On Friday, January 12th our team members that braved the cold rainy Friday and worked VERY hard breaking down old floors and hauling heavy debris to keep up a much loved tradition of volunteering with Habitat for Humanity! #brittenperio #clearwaterperiodontist#brush #floss #smile #habitatforhumanity
What is antibiotic prophylaxis or “premedication” for a dental procedure? How do I know if it applies to me? Antibiotic prophylaxis, or premedication, refers to giving a patient a loading dose of antibiotics in preparation for a dental surgical procedure, dental...
The 3 Main Parts of a Dental Implant 1. The Fixture The fixture is the bottom of the implant and is the part that is embedded below the gum line, fusing with the jawbone. It is like the root of...
Dental implants have become a vital and mandatory option for tooth replacement in recent years. Modern implant dentistry has seen major advancements in popularity and success, including better diagnostic tools for implant planning, periodontal regenerative procedures for better jaw bone...
The most successful treatment for Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a CPAP appliance, however, 60% to 83% percent of users cannot tolerate this device. With the high rejection rate of the CPAP, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine designated dental sleep...
Occlusal equilibration is a gentle procedure that allows your lower teeth to contact your upper teeth very evenly all the way around your mouth. The goal of this treatment is to create a "solid bite" that prevents stress on individual...
What is a root canal? When a cavity, or tooth decay, extends into the root, root canal therapy is often the most effective way to retain the tooth. This video shows root canal therapy which can be performed by your...
Gum recession is the process in which the gum tissue that which surrounds your teeth wears away, or pulls back, exposing the tooth's root. If left untreated, gum recession may ultimately result in tooth loss. Most people don't notice their gums receding...
Want to be able to eat ice cream again? Tooth pain that you experience because of sensitivity to hot, cold, or acidic food or drink can be caused by decay, fractured teeth or worn fillings. But gum disease, causing exposed...
Did you know? Your dentist or dental hygienist may be able to tell if you have diabetes before you even know you do? Clues in the mouth, medical symptoms you are experiencing and reporting to them, and even a chairside...