Boyles General Dentistry & Implant Center Blog

You’ve spent so much time in awe of your baby’s gummy smile that when the first tooth erupts through the gums, you suddenly realize you need the right tools to start caring for this precious pearly white. But what do you need exactly? While a toothbrush and toothpaste sound like the right solution, how much do you use? How big should the brush head be? How often should you brush? Especially for new parents, the initial stages of taking care of your baby’s teeth can be a bit daunting. To help ease your mind and put you and your baby on the right path, find out when you should schedule their first appointment with a dentist who can answer all your questions and take care of their smile.

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If you’re a long-term denture-wearer, you’ve probably complained about your custom prosthetics many times. From rubbing sores on your gums to having them slip during an important dinner meeting, dentures may have come a long way since the wooden ones wore by George Washington, but they can still prove problematic. If you’re tired of the battle, take some time to learn about dental implants and all of the benefits you will receive when you decide to make the switch.

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Cavities are never a welcome sight. When learning you have one and need it filled, it’s likely that you have a few questions bouncing around in your head. If you’re wondering what type of material will be used to fill it, you can rest a bit easier knowing that your dentist has moved away from traditional metal and instead, opts for a more smile-friendly solution. Find out why you need your tooth filled in the first place and why tooth-colored composite resin is better than metal.

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One night, you while you eat your dinner, you find yourself saying, “My tooth feels loose.” When you were little, losing teeth filled you with excitement. After all, that meant the Tooth Fairy was coming! But, as an adult, you’re well past the age of growing in new teeth. The ones you have are supposed to last for the rest of your life, so having a loose permanent tooth can justifiably worry you. In this post, you’ll learn more about why adult teeth can feel loose and how you can prevent and treat it. (more…)

As 2019 winds down, it’s a good idea to make sure that you’ve spent your hard-earned money wisely this year. Have the services and items you’ve purchased over the year been worth the expense? One investment that is often forgotten and neglected is dental insurance. Every month, you pay premiums for coverage, but have you really gotten the most out of your insurance benefits this year? Below, you’ll find information that explains why you need to see your dentist in Midland before the end of the year and how you can maximize your benefits to your advantage. (more…)

One second, everything is normal and going just fine. The next, you have an overwhelming, debilitating toothache that seems to have come out of nowhere. How did this happen? What could possibly be causing your tooth pain? In this post, you’ll learn just four potential causes and how your emergency dentist in Midland can alleviate your pain. (more…)

One moment, everything is going fine; the next, you feel an excruciating toothache. You’ve called your emergency dentist in Midland and arranged for an appointment later on the same day, but you have to wait a few hours for relief. How are you supposed to deal with the situation—and especially the pain—in the meantime? Whether you have a tooth injury or a severe toothache, you don’t have to simply suffer in agony until your visit. Keep reading to learn ways that you can manage your dental pain until you get the help and care you need. (more…)

You have a big event coming up, and you want to look your best. You shop for the right clothes for the occasion, but when you look in the mirror, you can’t help but be distracted by your chipped, discolored, and slightly misaligned teeth. You don’t have time for multiple dental procedures to fix these problems, but you want to have a smile you’re proud of. Well, porcelain veneers can give you the results you’re looking for all in one simple procedure. In this post, your cosmetic dentist in Midland explains what these coverings are made of and how they are placed to achieve the look you want. (more…)

When you have a tooth that has been badly damaged or decayed, you know that you can turn to a dental crown to restore its function and beauty, but this basic restoration can do much more! When two dental crowns are attached to a prosthetic tooth, it can be used to replace a missing tooth. This restoration is called a dental bridge. In fact, the abutment crowns in a bridge can support two or even more prosthetics in the middle, allowing you to revitalize your smile even after severe tooth loss. In this post, you’ll learn how your dentist in Midland can bring back your smile with this solution and how an implant-retained bridge can give you even more benefits. (more…)

With summer fast approaching, it’s hard to believe that we’re already halfway through 2019! With the year half finished, your dentist wants to take a minute to remind you about your dental insurance benefits. Have you scheduled your two cleaning and checkup appointments for this year? Are you maximizing your dental insurance and receiving all the benefit dollars you’re entitled to? Here’s what you should know so you can make the most of your dental insurance in 2019.

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