A sudden toothache can quickly go from uncomfortable to unbearable. While some dental discomfort can wait until a routine appointment, certain symptoms may need immediate attention and require an emergency tooth extraction if the tooth is beyond repair. Knowing when complications with a tooth constitute an emergency can help prevent the spread of infection, reduce
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Your smile plays a big role in how you feel about yourself. Cosmetic dentistry procedures are designed to improve the appearance of your teeth and boost your confidence. When you don’t feel good about your smile, it can hold you back. Maybe you cover your mouth when laughing, avoid photos or feel nervous in conversations.
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A new nationwide study shows that dental offices are succeeding at keeping patients and dental teams safe during the pandemic.
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If you’ve ever wondered whether amalgam dental fillings are still safe or effective, you’re not alone. Many patients ask about silver fillings vs. composite fillings and which option is best for their smile. FDA recently updated it’s recommendations about silver dental fillings, also called dental amalgams. These fillings contain approximately mercury, which the FDA warns
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If you or your child plays contact sports, protecting your teeth should be just as important as wearing helmets or pads. Knowing how to protect teeth during sports can help prevent painful and costly dental injuries. The leaves are beginning to fall and school sports are back in full swing. As the kids
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A new interim policy from the American Dental Association (ADA) states dentistry is an “essential health care service” , reaffirming that oral health has long been recognized as an integral part of overall health. Because they consider dentistry an “essential health care service,” that means that even during a pandemic, routine and preventative care is
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Love your smile! Good oral hygiene is the key to a beautiful and healthy smile, but it is not only important for your health it is also important for those you love. Did you know that tooth decay can be contagious? Something as simple as kissing your valentine on the mouth, or even sharing a fork,
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For over two decades, Horizon Dental Care has set the standard for personalized, worry-free, pain-free dentistry. From routine cleanings to full smile makeovers, dental implants to emergency services, patients count on Horizon Dental Care to provide exceptional care that is personalized, worry-free, and comfortable.
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Just a few small changes will make a world of difference to both your oral and your overall health.
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Routine dental exams are important for healthy teeth and gums, but they may also tell your dentist a lot about your overall health.
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