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Is There Anything That Could Prevent Me from Receiving Dental Implants?

July 22, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drbeck @ 11:05 pm
Top-down view of dentist and patient reviewing dental implant model

It might sound nerdy to say it, but dental implants are pretty cool. They replace missing teeth by mimicking them almost perfectly and make use of smart design to provide patients with more bite power and stability. It’s completely understandable to be interested in this breakthrough treatment.

That said, there are certain oral conditions that could restrict your ability to receive them. If this is your concern, don’t worry. In most cases, your dentist can provide solutions that will put you in a better position for sustaining successful implants. Keep reading to get the details!

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Can I Ask for Dental Sedation if I’m Pregnant?

July 19, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drbeck @ 10:16 pm
Close up of couple rubbing baby bump

It makes sense that you would want to be as calm as possible for your upcoming trip to the dentist, especially when you have a little one on the way. But pregnancy changes a lot, including what sedatives you can take. Keeping track of all your dos and don’ts can’t be easy! If you need a simplified, straightforward answer to whether or not sedation dentistry is safe for you and your infant, keep reading.

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Myths and Legends: 3 Pop Culture Films That Probably Don’t Help Dental Anxiety

July 15, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — drbeck @ 9:14 pm
Close up of man covering his mouth so dentist can’t examine him

Societies weave myths and legends to create a shared experience. Stories like The Tortoise and The Hare can become so ingrained in a culture that their morals – in this case, “slow and steady wins the race” – effects decision-making and worldview.

Today, our version of folklore is TV and film. While dental anxiety is absolutely real and valid, encountering repeated negative portrayals of dentistry in the media certainly doesn’t help! Keep reading for three such examples. You’ll see why this shared experience doesn’t exactly line up with reality.

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