Brooks Dental, P.C. Blog

When you grew up, you might have seen or heard your grandparents struggle with their false teeth. They often felt loose, unstable, and weak, severely limiting your grandparents’ diet, but with dental implants today, you can maintain a powerful bite even after tooth loss! However, with such strong elements, dental implants may seem like they would be stronger than natural teeth. Is this the case? Read on to find out more!

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Even the kindest, hardest-working people can tell white lies sometimes. These little untruths can be relatively harmless, such as eating food you don’t particularly like to please the loved one who cooked it. Others, however, can have devastating impacts on you and/or others. Fortunately, when it comes to crimes, physical evidence can establish facts and substantiate or refute what people claim as truth. In dentistry, your mouth leaves some evidence behind, which means if you try to lie at your dental checkup, your dentist will know something isn’t right.

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If you talk to someone over the age of 70, you’re sure to hear about times when many things were done the “right,” old-school way. Cars and other products were made to last with strong, quality materials! In the past, when a tooth developed a cavity, amalgam fillings, consisting of a combination of silver, tin, mercury, zinc, and copper, can last for decades. Although tooth-colored fillings fall short of the same durability, there are many other reasons to receive these composite resin fillings instead of amalgam, especially those discussed below.  

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Not all of us naturally developed the perfectly aligned smile that you see on the big screen. Fortunately, you don’t need to settle for a smile that you aren’t proud to show off. There are various teeth straightening options out there, like Invisalign. While orthodontic treatment is common among teens and young adults, this doesn’t mean that you’ve missed out. The truth is that you are never too old to get Invisalign. Read on to learn how the treatment process works as an adult.

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It’s essential to visit your dentist every six months to maintain a healthy smile. Even if your at-home oral hygiene routine is top-notch, routine checkups and professional cleanings play a crucial role in keeping your teeth and gums in great shape. If you’ve got a dental appointment coming up in Winthrop, here are five simple ways to prepare so your visit goes smoothly.

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Your smile won’t always stay exactly the way it is. As the years go by, your teeth will continue to change in various ways. This can ultimately result in a grin that is less dazzling than you would like. In order to help you in your efforts to maintain a more youthful appearance, your dentist is here to explain the effects that aging can have on your smile as well as what cosmetic dentistry solutions are available for addressing any unwanted changes.

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Dental anxiety is a common concern for many patients, making even routine checkups feel stressful. Dentists recognize this issue and implement various strategies to help patients feel at ease. While sedation dentistry is often used to reduce anxiety, a more subtle yet effective approach is incorporating art into the dental office. Read on to learn how art is used to make dental visits more pleasant!

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Some surprises in life are fun and exciting like a birthday party, but others can be distressing and unpleasant like an unexpected bill. Before you dive into a certain treatment or buy a product, it’s wise to do your own research and find out what you need to know: both positive and negative. Likewise, if you are interested in getting veneers in Winthrop, you should know a few things in advance!

Here are facts you need to consider while making your decision so that you’re not surprised in a bad way later.

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You’ve taken the plunge—you got veneers, and you love them! You don’t regret your investment at all, especially when you look in the mirror, but you may worry about getting the most out of your treatment. Although veneers generally last a long time, you don’t want to cut the ride short and feel like you didn’t maximize them. So how can you take full advantage of your veneers and make them last? Follow these three simple tips.

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Plastic surgery and other cosmetic treatments often come with significant risks. Before you elect to undergo any procedure, you need to be aware of these risks and weigh the benefits to decide what’s best for you. Safety first, right?

Well, when it comes to cosmetic dentistry, you can have a little more peace of mind. While not every procedure is ultimately right for each patient, you can enter your consultation with confidence that you will be kept safe. Below you’ll find four reasons why you should put your safety fears to rest.

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