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Taking Care of Your Smile in Union
People find it easier and more natural to mirror the expressions that they’re greeted with, so being ready to face the world around you with a confident smile prepares you for success on a multitude of levels. With that in mind, we’d like to take a little time to discuss the benefits of smiling, what you can do to take…
Continue readingAffordable Smile Makeover Options in Union
Are you looking for practical and affordable options for whitening your teeth, correcting small imperfections or discolorations of your tooth enamel or filling in the gaps left by missing teeth? At American Dental Center, our team will provide you with options that will work for your budget and your needs. We offer teeth whitening, veneers, dental bonding, dentures, and other cosmetic dental…
Continue readingWhat Happens at My Initial Appointment at American Dental Center?
It’s natural to feel a bit worried about attending a dental appointment as a new patient. Our team understands your anxiety, and we’re here to help you have a comfortable, enjoyable visit with us in Union. When you understand what to expect at your initial appointment, you may feel more relaxed. From the moment you enter our waiting area to…
Continue readingGum Care Awareness Month
Healthy Gums Are Vital to a Healthy Body September is Gum Care Awareness Month, and the importance of healthy gums to your physical health can’t be overstated. In fact, you should make every month gum care awareness month if you want to have the healthiest teeth, gums, and body. Statistically, gum disease and poor dental health are the leading causes…
Continue readingEmergency Dentist in Union
If you’ve damaged or broken your tooth or have another dental problem, is it an emergency? Should you go to the emergency room or find an emergency dentist? Does it need immediate treatment, or can it wait until business hours? If you have an unexpected dental crisis, you’re probably asking yourself all these questions and more. For answers, please continue…
Continue readingBasic Dental Care in Union
Good dental care is defined as the daily maintenance regimen you use for your teeth, gums, and mouth to keep them healthy and disease-free. No matter how good your routine is though, you may be able to improve it. The following tips and techniques may help you improve your daily dental regimen, so you’ll have a beautiful smile for decades.…
Continue readingOral Surgeons: When Should You Visit One?
What is an oral surgeon? In short, it is a dentist who completed, not only four years of dental school, but also four years of surgical residency at a hospital. All of that extra training helps this specialist develop skills to handle advanced dental procedures. If you struggle with advanced dental issues, your general dentist will likely send you to…
Continue readingUncover the Truth About Root Canal Treatment
If a dentist informs you that you need a root canal, don’t panic. It’s a virtually painless treatment which can save your tooth. You’re probably in a lot of pain if you need root canal therapy, and the procedure can stop the pain. You’ll only have temporary discomfort afterwards and this goes away quickly. If you wait too long, you…
Continue readingWhat to Expect With a Tooth Extraction
If you delay needed trips to your dentist because you dread the entire process, you’re not alone. The medical term is odontophobia and it affects more than 75 percent of the adult population. After all, the dentist’s office is full of very sharp instruments and very noisy power tools, so what’s there to not be apprehensive about? Add to that…
Continue readingUnderstanding Sensitive Teeth
If eating certain foods or breathing cold air makes your teeth hurt, you may have sensitive teeth. It’s a very common condition, but it’s easily treatable and easy to prevent with a few lifestyle adjustments. It’s no fun to be unable to eat the foods you enjoy or do the outdoor activities that make you happy and keep you healthy.…
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