As dentists, we do all we can to avoid extracting a patient’s tooth or teeth. This is because permanent adult teeth can’t be replaced by another natural tooth like baby or primary teeth can. Whether the tooth gets knocked out or falls out due to extensive tooth decay, missing teeth immediately ruins one’s smile, makes [...]
Dental insurance, or the lack thereof, is a big obstacle for many Americans. It is quickly feeling like a luxury item for employers to offer this type of benefit to employees and teeth are paying the price. Even those who have insurance find that they struggle to afford the monthly premiums or discounted dental services. [...]
The body undergoes many changes during the course of one’s life. As we age, our bodies break down, leading to many aches and pains. The teeth and gums aren’t immune to becoming weaker through years of wear and tear. As one gets older, oral health care becomes more important as one’s mouth becomes more vulnerable [...]
While February is marked by Valentine’s Day, the month is also national children’s dental health month. Your children will likely get their fair share of sweets from friends and family this month. Why not show them more love by encouraging good oral hygiene habits that can give them a beautiful smile that can last a [...]
We're just starting a new year, and it's the time when many people reflect on their past year and commit to resolutions to make the next one better. Though many people choose to lose weight by dieting and exercising, take new adventures, start a new hobby, and some even look to improve their oral health. [...]
When you go to the dentist office for a routine deep teeth cleaning and oral examination, you may have had your mouth, tongue and throat checked closely for oral cancer. It may not seem like a big deal, but this quick, simple check can be a lifesaver. Like other forms of cancer, oral cancer is [...]
Toothpaste Ever since small traces of fluoride have been added to drinking water in the 1940s, there has been opposition. The potential health risks have led to multiple studies about the safety of fluoride in drinking water. Many countries, including the US, infuse a small amount of fluoride into public drinking water. The [...]
Your smile may not be as vibrant as it use to be. Perhaps with all the years of drinking soda, coffee and tea and eating citrus and tomato-based products, your teeth have gone from pearly white to a worn-out, unappealing yellow. Now you feel self-conscious about your smile and about it giving away your age. [...]
You know that the daily routine of cleaning your teeth and gums through teeth brushing and flossing is crucial in maintaining a beautiful, radiant smile. However, there is a big chunk of the day when you’re not at home, and thus have access to your toothbrush and toothpaste. At work you don’t want to get [...]
This time of year brings a lot of smiles at Lincoln Dental Associates. March has a lot of fun and excitement including St. Patrick’s Day, college basketball March Madness, and spring cleaning. March 20th is the first day of Spring. Leading up to this day is a time of renewal, which for most of us [...]
