Center One Dental Blog

If you’ve got older metal fillings protecting your smile, you may be wondering how long you can expect them to last. The good news is that amalgam restorations can protect your teeth for decades with proper care. Unfortunately, however, they can also cause a fair share of problems. Here’s a closer look at the drawbacks of metal fillings, and why now is the perfect time to upgrade to durable, natural-looking, composite resin!

While it’s not meant to last forever, with proper care, your dental bridge was designed to discreetly replace up to four consecutive missing teeth for about five to seven years. Unfortunately, however, if you don’t maintain them well, they can sometimes fail. Here’s a closer look at why this happens, and what you can do to ensure that your dental bridge provides all the incredible benefits of a complete smile for as long as possible!

When you think about preventing gum disease, brushing, flossing, and regular dental checkups probably come to mind. But did you know that staying physically active may also support healthier gums? While exercise alone won’t prevent gum disease, it can contribute to better overall health, including the health of your mouth.

Here’s how regular physical activity may play a role in keeping your gums healthy.

The steps that your dentist recommends for addressing gum disease can vary depending on the severity of the condition. In some cases, you may be told that a tooth extraction is required. Some patients assume that removing teeth helps get rid of the infection in the gums, but is this actually the case? Here’s a brief look at the true purpose of a tooth extraction for individuals with gum disease.

Having a beautiful, gleaming white smile is the goal of many people. After all, that glowing grin signifies more than just a clean mouth. It also conveys youthfulness and confidence, too. But did you know that just because your teeth are white doesn’t mean they’re healthy? Here’s a closer look at why the shade of your smile doesn’t always have anything to do with its condition, and why regular visits to the dentist matter, even if your teeth look clean.