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Category: Dental Information

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29 Nov How Do I Prevent Damage to the Dental Pulp?

Posted at 13:41h in Dental Information, Dental Tips, Gentler Extractions, Oral Health, Same-day dentures

Dental pulp is the innermost part of a tooth, housing nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. Damage to the pulp can lead to severe pain, infection, and even tooth loss. Protecting this vital part of your tooth is essential for maintaining overall oral health. In...

24 Feb The Importance of Inlays and Onlays in Modern Dentistry

Posted at 10:57h in Dental Information

The use of inlays and onlays in modern dentistry is essential to providing quality oral health care. Inlays and onlays are precision-crafted restorations that are used to repair teeth that have been damaged by biting, grinding, and decay. Inlays and onlays restore the strength and...

26 Dec What are dental restorations? it’s type, benefits, and more

Posted at 10:39h in Dental Information

Dental restorations are treatments used to repair damaged, decayed, or missing teeth. They are designed to restore the health, function, and aesthetics of a patient's smile. Dental restorations can be used to treat a range of problems, including cavities, infection, fractures, and missing teeth. They...

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06 Jun How to Choose the Right Toothpaste for Your Oral Health

Posted at 14:37h in Dental Hygiene, Dental Information, Dental Tips

Does shopping for toothpaste ever feel overwhelming? Do you still purchase the same brand you used as a kid? There are so many products on store shelves, from everyday toothpastes in all different flavors to specialty options like whitening, sensitive, fluoride-free, and natural. How do...

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26 May What Is the Function of the Tongue?

Posted at 20:05h in Dental Health, Dental Information

You use it every day for eating and talking, but did you know that your tongue also plays an important role in your dental health? What is the function of tongue? why is it important? To start with, there are four main tongue function: tasting,...

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19 May The Connection Between Good Dental Hygiene and Good Vision

Posted at 16:01h in Dental Health, Dental Information, Dental Tips

As everyone knows, establishing a healthy dental hygiene regimen keeps your teeth and the rest of your mouth happy. What you might not know is that those health benefits can also impact other parts of your body. One prime example is your eyes. That's right—unhealthy...

13 May Does Professional Teeth Whitening Really Work?

Posted at 18:22h in Dental Information, Dental Tips, Teeth Whitening

While professional tooth whitening has been around for a while now, some people are still skeptical of its benefits. Here at Sunrise Dental, we get a lot of questions from people who want whiter teeth, like “How does professional teeth whitening work?” and “Is professional...

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03 May How to Perform an Oral Cancer Self Screening

Posted at 21:38h in Dental Health, Dental Information, Dental Tips

Chances are good you have heard about self screenings for breast cancer and skin cancer. But did you know you can also perform an oral cancer self screening at home? All it takes is just a few minutes of your time to try these easy-to-follow...

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04 Apr How Can Seasonal Allergies Affect My Mouth?

Posted at 15:49h in Dental Health, Dental Information, Dental Tips

Spring is in the air, which also means people who experience seasonal allergies are starting to sniffle and sneeze. Every spring, people come into Sunrise Dental complaining of tooth pain or other dental issues. They often wonder whether allergies can cause swollen gums, dry mouth,...

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14 Mar What Is a Dental Bridge?

Posted at 19:33h in Dental Bridge, Dental Information, Dental Tips

No matter how well you take care of your teeth, sometimes you lose one. Tooth loss can happen because of injuries, gum disease, decay, and other issues. When you lose a tooth, you might need a dental bridge to fill the gap. Wondering what a...