The Basics of Enamel Hypoplasia
THE AMOUNT OF work it takes to keep a smile healthy and strong can vary from person to person. For some…
Tooth Implants: The Role Of The Abutment
The tooth implant procedure involves three main components: The implant—also called a post or artificial tooth root The abutment—a connector piece The prosthesis—artificial tooth crown, dental bridge, or denture/partial denture In today’s post, we consider the crucial connecting component: the abutment. What Is An Abutment? The abutment is the connector piece between a tooth implant …
Dental Care…for Pets?
DO OUR PETS need dental care? The answer is yes. But wait, wild animals…
Dental Implants Play a Starring Role in Makeovers and Mouth Reconstruction
If you’ve looked at before and after photos of our patients, you know that dental implants transform smiles. As such, they are commonly used in both smile makeovers and full mouth reconstruction. Dental implants restore form and function In other words, tooth implants have beauty and brawn. The fact that dental implant procedures are both cosmetic …
Chewing Ice Puts Teeth at Risk
YOU’VE PROBABLY HEARD before that it’s bad to chew ice, but do you know why…
What Can Fluoride Do For You?
Hello, and welcome to Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS. Today’s post focuses on fluoride: ‘What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health?’ The Miracle Mineral Fluoride is a mineral, plain and simple. Fluoride occurs naturally in different foods as well as in water. Many adjust …
Staying Active Is Good for My Teeth?
WE ALL KNOW how important regular dental visits and good daily brushing and flossing routines…
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring
Some Indianapolis and Fishers dental patients who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too much of the surface of …
Diet and Oral Health
WHAT WE EAT and drink obviously plays a big role in our overall health, but in a way, it affects…
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At Dental Care Today PC – E. Dale Behner DDS, …
