Proper care of the mouth following most dental procedures can reduce complications and speed the healing of the surgical area.

Midazolam (Versed) and Diazepam (Valium) are medications that can greatly minimize anxiety that may be associated with going to the dentist.  In a relaxed state, you will still be able to communicate with the dentist while treatment is being performed. If desired we can induce a sleep-like state of consciousness where you are still able to respond to us but will not likely remember the dental treatment. Even though it is safe, effective, and wears off rapidly after the dental visit, you should be aware of some important precautions and considerations. The following are a few common questions and important points that will help to ensure a safe and comfortable experience.

Tooth decay is an extremely common problem that will affect almost everyone at some point during their life, regardless of how well they look after their teeth. It's essentially damage that occurs when bacteria that is present in our mouths make acids which eat away at our teeth. When this happens, it can cause the patient a number of problems including pain, infection and even tooth loss.

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Proper care of the mouth following most dental procedures can reduce complications and speed the healing of the surgical area.

A great smile is something that is now more desirable than ever before. People with bright, white, perfectly aligned smiles are perceived to have it all – health, happiness and success in both their professional and personal lives. While this may not be entirely accurate, many patients are now turning to cosmetic dentistry to help them achieve the smile that they have always dreamed of.

If your teeth aren’t perfectly straight, or don’t meet together properly when you close your jaw, you certainly aren’t alone. Alignment problems such as twisted, crooked or gapped teeth, or under/overbites are common complaints made by people who are embarrassed about the appearance of their teeth. In the past, there was only one solution – a set of orthodontic braces. These metal arches were attached to the teeth and tightened with brackets and wires so that they would move into a more desirable position. Closing gaps between teeth is also beneficial for your dental health as straighter teeth are much easier to clean and less likely to have small areas where bacteria and decay can accumulate.

Our teeth are just as important in our senior years as they are our former ones, and as such, maintaining a robust oral hygiene routine is essential regardless of our age. Nevertheless, as we get older many things in our bodies change, and we often find that we need to adapt the way in which we do things to ensure that we remain as happy and healthy as possible.