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Mar
15

Why Does My Breath Smell Bad?

Bad-smelling breath can affect the best of us after a flavorful meal. But you can get rid of most cases of bad breath by brushing, flossing, or rinsing your teeth to eliminate lingering food particles. If bad breath persists or… - By Dr. Paulen

Mar
03

Can a Dental Implant Fail?

Dental implants can provide highly effective and comprehensive tooth replacement treatment to patients seeking long-lasting restorative benefits after tooth loss. Not all patients can qualify for this treatment though. A dentist will evaluate your oral health to ensure you can… - By Dr. Paulen

Feb
15

Comparing Dental Bonding and Veneers

Do you feel unhappy with the way that your teeth appear lately? Whether you want to achieve a brighter, straighter, or fuller-looking smile, your dentist can help you accomplish your smile aesthetic goals. They will use an individualized approach to… - By Dr. Paulen

Feb
03

Reduce Medical Costs with Dental Care

We start to visit our dentists for routine teeth cleanings and care as soon as we grow our first baby teeth. But you might not know that this regular dental attention will keep your body healthier along with your smile.… - By Dr. Paulen

Jan
13

What Gum Color Says About Oral Health

A healthy dental patient has firm, pink gums: connective tissue that keeps your teeth in place in the mouth. If your gum tissue starts to appear different, or if you see a change in its color, this could point to… - By Dr. Paulen

Jan
05

Resolve to Improve Dental Health This Year

As the new year begins, you might have a few resolutions in mind that will help you improve your well-being. When considering these goals, you should also think about your oral health. If you want a smile that feels great… - By Dr. Paulen

Dec
16

Wisdom Teeth FAQs

During childhood, we lose our primary (baby) teeth and grow permanent (adult) teeth. Yet after adolescence, another set of teeth called wisdom teeth might grow. You often hear about wisdom teeth in the context of their removal. So why do… - By Dr. Paulen

Dec
08

How to Fix Gapped Teeth

Gaps can form between two or more of your teeth for many reasons. The teeth may grow with a gap due to genetics, and poor oral habits like thumb sucking during childhood could create a gap. Dental problems like gum… - By Dr. Paulen

Nov
17

Do I Have a Fractured Tooth?

Teeth experience wear and tear on a regular basis from chewing, biting, and other oral functions. Usually, they endure this without issue, but sometimes an accident occurs that may cause the tooth to break. A broken tooth will disrupt the… - By Dr. Paulen

Nov
01

Risk Factors for Gum Disease

Gum disease refers to a bacterial infection in the gum tissue. It can begin with inflammation of the gums, but as it progresses, bacteria can eat away at the teeth and jawbone to create irreversible dental damage. This disease is… - By Dr. Paulen