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The Most Common Disease Among Children- How Are We fighting it?

Dental caries (cavities) is the most common disease in children 6-11 years old and adolescents 12-19 years old. This disease is largely preventable, yet it remains more common than asthma among adolescents. Tooth decay has significant consequences. Children with severe dental problems can have trouble eating and sleeping, paying attention to parents and concentrating in … The Most Common Disease Among Children- How Are We fighting it?

Are Dental Implants the Right Solution for Me?

If you are missing teeth, one of the best options for replacing them today is with dental implants. A dental implant is a “man-made root” that is placed into the jaw bone and sits where the roots of the tooth normally would. Yes, it may sound strange or even painful; however, the jaw bone has … Are Dental Implants the Right Solution for Me?

8 Reasons You Need Invisalign Right Now

Why get Invisalign? Straightening the teeth has a lot of benefits besides cosmetics. The straighter the teeth are, the healthier the mouth is. This is true for young patients as well as adults. In the past, traditional metal bracket braces were needed to straighten teeth. Now dentists are very successful in treating patients with clear aligner therapy to … 8 Reasons You Need Invisalign Right Now

5 Things You Need to Know to Prevent Gum Disease

Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is when bacteria have invaded the gum tissue and it is not healthy. Often patients are unaware that they are suffering from gum disease unless they are told by a dentist. There are two main categories that the stages of gum disease are broken into:

9 Tips For Choosing the Best Toothpaste

Have you even been in the dental aisle at the drug store and completely overwhelmed by all of the different choices of toothpaste there are? It can be tricky knowing which toothpaste is the best for your health when there are so many options! This article will help you navigate the dental aisle more easily … 9 Tips For Choosing the Best Toothpaste

6 Common Causes for Bad Breath

Bad breath, Halitosis, is a very common problem that can occur at any age. Often it can be difficult to tell whether or not this is a problem for you. One quick way to tell if you have bad breath is to lick the inside of your wrist. After a few seconds the saliva will … 6 Common Causes for Bad Breath

Picking an Invisalign Dentist- 14 Questions You Need to be Asking

You want straight, healthy teeth? Here’s how to understand exactly what to ask your dentist! When choosing a dentist or orthodontist to complete your clear aligner therapy, you want to make sure that they have a lot of experience with Invisalign. The more cases that have been completed by the dentist, the more knowledge the … Picking an Invisalign Dentist- 14 Questions You Need to be Asking

The Heart and Mouth Connection – What you Need to Know about Heart Disease and Gum Disease

There is a connection between the heart and the mouth that many people are unaware of. There has been a lot of research investigating this connection and it has shown that people with gum disease (periodontal disease) are more likely to have heart disease. The American Academy of General Dentistry published a report showing that … The Heart and Mouth Connection – What you Need to Know about Heart Disease and Gum Disease

TOP FIVE REASONS TO STRAIGHTEN YOUR TEETH

Top Five Reasons You Should Straighten Your Teeth Beautiful, healthy smiles can make a big impact on your life. A nice smile with straight teeth will improve how others perceive your personality and your attractiveness. People with beautiful, straight teeth demonstrate high self-esteem and radiate confidence. Millions of adults, teens and children have improved their lives … TOP FIVE REASONS TO STRAIGHTEN YOUR TEETH

Not All Veneers Are Made the Same. You Deserve the Best, So Accept No Imitations.

Traditional veneers are generally thicker, and thus require more aggressive and irreversible removal of healthy tooth structure. The extensive preparation technique frequently requires shots and anesthesia to minimize sensitivity and pain, and typically involves placement of acrylic temporaries for over two weeks between visits. The minimally invasive Lumineers technique typically eliminates the need for shots … Not All Veneers Are Made the Same. You Deserve the Best, So Accept No Imitations.

Crazy Dental Facts

At Dr. Cirka’s Dental Office, we take dentistry very seriously. But believe it or not, teeth can be fun…even funny! Here are some wild and crazy dental facts that will make you smile and improve your health as well. 1) The average human produces 25,000 quarts of saliva in a lifetime. That is enough spit … Crazy Dental Facts

Smile With Pride

Your smile is the first thing that shows people you’re happy, so it only makes sense that it should make YOU happy! Have you thought about taking steps towards having straighter, whiter, or healthier-looking teeth? It may seem challenging, but it doesn’t have to be. If you’re looking for a fast, pain-free, healthy … Smile With Pride