Dental Articles

Dealing with tooth loss often leaves patients with various emotions. Some patients may feel discomfort due to a decayed tooth that needs to be removed, while others may be upset and struggling to come to terms with the situation at hand. We are sympathetic to what our patients are experiencing and are here to help in any way we can. One of the best ways we can help is by making a recommendation for a tooth replacement option. Replacing the tooth as soon as possible will help prevent changes to your bite and other problems. While we offer many tooth replacement options, there is one that can restore one tooth or multiple teeth at once. Read on to learn more about a dental bridge and why we may recommend this treatment.

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One of the most common dental emergencies we see in our office is a cracked tooth. One of the easiest ways to prevent a cracked tooth is to maintain your routine hygiene examination appointments. During these visits, we inspect your teeth for signs of extreme wear and cracks. When teeth are extremely worn, such as from grinding, it can lead to the teeth cracking from the extreme pressure. It is important to have a cracked tooth treated as soon as possible.

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For years, you have learned about the importance of brushing and flossing your teeth to help prevent dental decay and other issues. However, what does it mean if you see hints of pink or red after rinsing your mouth? This is a sign you may be experiencing bleeding gums. Bleeding gums do not always indicate a problem with your oral health and can be caused by something as simple as food trapped between your teeth. Although if bleeding gums is a recurring problem, it is a warning sign there may be a problem with your oral health. Continue reading to learn more about what may be causing your bleeding gums.

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At Parkside Dental Care, we care about the state of your current oral health and want you to know how the choices you make today can negatively affect your oral health in the future. This is one of the reasons we are so passionate about routine dental care and visiting our office at least every six months for a routine hygiene examination and cleaning. Since we see you so infrequently during the year, caring for your oral health as well as being mindful of any changes in the state of your teeth, bite, and mouth is extremely important. These are some warning signs that may indicate you have a problem with you oral health:

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Do you or someone you care about need to choose a tooth replacement option but have been struggling with making a choice? While there are many excellent choices to restore your oral health, one in particular is known for providing patients with a permanent solution that closely resembles natural teeth. Read on to learn more about why many of our patients choose dental implants. Even if you don’t need a tooth replacement now, this information could come in handy for the future.

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At Parkside Dental Care, we do all we can to save your natural teeth. We only have one set of teeth that are meant to last for our entire lives. Unfortunately, that is not always the case, but thankfully, we have the knowledge and ability to save as many teeth as we can. This is one of the reasons we stress the need for routine dental care. During routine appointments, we are able to spot problem areas in your mouth and recommend the right treatment. You should implement any treatment suggestions we make as soon as possible so that problems do not worsen. Dental decay will continue to get worse when not treated. A root canal is the last resort before an extraction.

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We can’t believe that the holidays are behind us and we are officially in 2023! We hope that you were able to reconnect with family and friends during the holiday season. Now that January has arrived and the holiday season has passed, we want to share some important information that you may need during this winter season. There are always some pesky illnesses that creep up during this time of year, and we want to remind you about the importance of caring for your oral health even when you are under the weather.

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Happy 2023! We can’t believe that a new year is already upon us. The start of a new year is the perfect time to evaluate the state of your oral health. If your smile is causing you distress or we have recently recommended a treatment that you may have postponed due to the holidays, now is a perfect time for a visit to our office. Restoring your smile will not only improve your oral health, but can also improve your self-esteem and help you love your smile again. Read on to learn more about the importance of restorative dentistry.

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