While brushing and flossing play crucial roles in oral hygiene for our Fishers Indiana neighbors, did you know that your diet also influences the health of your teeth? Consuming the right foods can provide vital nutrients and promote optimal dental health. Pence Family Dentistry explores a variety of tooth-friendly foods that can enhance your oral …
Today’s Pence Family Dentistry blog focuses on missing teeth how they impact and bone health for our Fishers patients. Our teeth have many critical functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the …
If you’ve visited Pence Family Dentistry’s blog before you know that implants are the preferable tooth restoration for most individuals with a missing tooth. The dental implant process can take several dental visits over months. Don’t let this discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is critical. Remember that the tooth implant timeline is not …
A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A veneer can correct many cosmetic dental problems and is a minimally invasive restoration. During the placement of some porcelain veneers, an extremely thin layer of enamel is removed from the tooth. If you have teeth with damage, discoloration, …
Let’s explore what to expect during tooth implant surgery. We will divide it into three parts: before, during, and after. The dental implant process works like this: Before the Procedure We begin with X-rays, an exam, and a consultation. We’ll take numerous X-rays of your teeth and jaw. Images are taken from several angles. It’s …
Every stage of life has its advantages and disadvantages. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time and grandchildren. However, most Fishers retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility or dental problems. Fortunately, your smile can be healthy and beautiful throughout your life. With cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you can …
Today in the Pence Family Dentistry dental blog we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by cold sores, gum …
Losing a tooth can significantly impact not only our ability to chew but also our confidence and self-esteem. Fortunately, dental technology has made remarkable strides in restorative dentistry, offering a revolutionary solution: dental implants. At Pence Family Dentistry, we understand the importance of a complete and radiant smile, and our team of experts is committed …
What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you describe it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, determines the course of treatment, and performs the procedure while the patient is a minor participant. It Starts With The Atmosphere At Pence Family Dentistry, we don’t do things that way. You …
Social interaction plays a vital role in personal and professional relationships. It’s crucial to put your best foot forward when it comes to social engagement. While many factors contribute to making a positive impression, one aspect that often gets overlooked is dental hygiene. You can dress for success, make yourself up with the best of …
