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A Healthy Mouth is a Gateway to a Healthy Body

New Orleans dentistBy WSD-adminOctober 15, 2019

Do you know the importance of maintaining great oral health because of how it affects your overall health? Many people are not aware of the correlation between the two unless poor dental health has already impacted bodily health or the reverse has occurred. So when your dentist stresses the importance of brushing twice a day…

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5 Things You Should Know About Your Dental Exam

dental exam, New Orleans dentistBy WSD-adminAugust 15, 2019

The thorough nature of a dental exam might surprise you. While it’s common to look for signs of gum disease and tooth decay, your dentist screens oral tissue for a number of potential concerns during your appointment. Tooth Decay is Preventable All dental checkups involve evaluating the health of every tooth. Avoiding sugar, practicing proper…

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Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment

clear braces, orthodontistBy WSD-adminJune 14, 2019

Having straight teeth is great for a beautiful smile, but is also very beneficial for your oral health. The need for braces is often diagnosed as a child, but if treatment was never rendered or teeth have shifted back, a consultation with your orthodontist will demonstrate how you can improve your smile as well as…

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When is root canal treatment recommended?

New Orleans dentist, root canalBy WSD-adminApril 18, 2019

  Root canal treatment is recommended when a diseased or damaged tooth jeopardizes a person’s oral health. When teeth become infected internally, the infection within them can spread to the bone, gingiva, and adjacent teeth. Root canal treatment can literally save a person’s tooth from the need for extraction. It can also preserve oral health…

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Cosmetic Dentistry: The Art of Beautiful Smiles

cosmetic dentistry, New Orleans dentist, teeth whiteningBy WSD-adminFebruary 20, 2019

Stained, discolored, chipped or crooked teeth can affect your appearance. There are many cosmetic dental procedures that can improve your smile … a consultation with your dentist will outline the many ways cosmetic dentistry can help you make the changes you have dreamed of being able to achieve. Banish Dental Stain and Discoloration Along With…

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Inlay, Onlay or Crown?

dental crown, New Orleans dentistBy WSD-adminDecember 17, 2018

A broken tooth or deep decay are two possible reasons your dentist will treat you with a dental crown. Depending on exactly what is going on, and which tooth is affected, there are different options that your dental provider can select. They are all crowns, but have some differences. Inlay and Onlay Treatment When a…

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Why Regular Dental Exams Are So Important

dental exam, New Orleans dentistBy WSD-adminOctober 22, 2018

Many people put off dental visits because they lead busy lives, or they have a fear of the dentist. However, the American Dental Association recommends dental visits at least twice per year, spaced six months apart, unless your dentist says otherwise. These visits are crucial to the health of your teeth and gums because they…

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Orthodontics: Choosing the Optimal Time for Treatment

clear braces, orthodontistBy WSD-adminAugust 20, 2018

An orthodontist is a dentist with special training in the treatment of crooked teeth. There are many different types of malocclusions, most of which are correctible with orthodontic treatment. These specialists often use braces to straighten teeth and beautify a smile, but it can be hard to determine the best time for orthodontic treatment. Children…

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Can Crowns Improve the Appearance of Natural Teeth?

dental crown, New Orleans dentistBy WSD-adminJune 21, 2018

A dental crown is a common tool for dental restorations. Crowns are generally used to repair teeth that have experienced extensive decay or severe damage. They are also used to protect a tooth that has been treated with root canal therapy. Less commonly, a crown can be used to improve the appearance of a tooth…

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Is a Root Canal Treatment a Long Procedure?

New Orleans dentist, root canalBy WSD-adminApril 20, 2018

Has your dentist told you that you need root canal therapy? If so, it is important to act quickly as this is an important procedure used to save teeth from the need for extraction. Many people have questions about root canal treatment since this procedure is unique to other common dental treatments. Receiving a root…

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  • A Healthy Mouth is a Gateway to a Healthy Body
  • 5 Things You Should Know About Your Dental Exam
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