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How to Manage Your Oral Health if You Have Diabetes
For those of with diabetes, oral health needs to be taken into special account. Millions of people around the world are afflicted with diabetes and while the main symptoms are obvious, many diabetics overlook the potential negative health consequences of diabetes when...
Opalescence-The Secret to Having White Teeth Forever
Everybody wants to have white teeth. Nobody wants to show people an unsightly yellow smile, or see one in the mirror for that matter. Having white teeth can greatly improve your self-confidence and have a noticeable impact on your life. Keeping your teeth white as you...
Pregnancy Gingivitis and Oral Tumors
Pregnancy Gingivitis and Oral Tumors Pregnancy is a busy time for a woman’s body. The hormone changes and other changes that happen can be disorienting for women. There are so many little things to remember while you are pregnant that it can be hard to keep up with...
Bad Breath Leaves a Bad Impression – Learn How to Eliminate Chronic Halitosis
Bad breath is something we’ve all experienced at one point or another. Maybe you were on the delivering end and watched as the person you were talking to cringed and contorted while you were talking to them. Or maybe you’ve had the unpleasant experience of talking to...
How the Dentist Can Help With Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a terrible thing. The term itself is derived from greek origins and means to be without breath. Clinical sleep apnea is described as having pauses in your breathing during sleep which can last anywhere from seconds to minutes and can happen up to 30...
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: What are they and how can they be treated?
The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are found on both sides of the head below the ears, connecting the jawbone to the skull. These joints enable actions like yawning, chewing and speaking. When these joints aren’t functioning correctly, severe headaches, jaw pain,...
Overcoming Dental Phobia
Are you afraid of going to the dentist? If so you are not alone; it is estimated that 75% of Americans experience some degree of anxiety or fear over going to the dentist. Most people can manage their dental anxiety and it doesn’t cause them to avoid the dentist for...
What to do About Teeth Grinding and Clenching
Do you often wake up in the morning with a sore jaw or a headache? Does your partner or roommate hear grinding noises emanating while you are asleep? If so, you may have a problem with grinding or clenching your teeth; dentists have a name for this: bruxism. If the...
Importance of High Quality Dentures and What To Do If Your Dentures Get Damaged
If you are considering getting a set of dentures you may wonder if it is worthwhile to invest in high quality dentures when there are other options available at a lower price. Why should I pay more money for better quality dentures? You will be using and wearing your...
What factors go into deciding whether to perform a root canal or to place an implant?
You have just gotten the bad news from the dentist: that aching tooth of yours has been severely compromised from decay, trauma or periodontal disease. Now you and your dentist must decide whether to work to save the tooth, or to replace it with an implant. What...
The Importance of Choosing an Experienced Dentist for Your Dental Implant Proceedure
Dental implants are one of the greatest advances in modern dental technology and have revolutionized restorative dentistry. In the past, a tooth had to be either repaired or extracted and replaced with dentures or a bridge. Now, implants can be used to replace a...
Understanding the Connections Between Oral Health and Overall Heal
Patients often think dentists are exclusively focused on their teeth and gums, not realizing the role that dentists play in fostering overall health. Dentistry is a crucial branch of medicine which draws upon knowledge of the body as a whole to effectively treat the...
Ways to Interest Children in Brushing Their Teeth
Early childhood is the perfect time to help children build the lifelong habit of brushing their teeth. While some children enjoy the ritual of brushing their teeth in the morning and at night, others put up resistance. Here are some ideas to help children make tooth...
Apple Valley Dental Group Coloring Contest
At Apple Valley Dental Group we love celebrating children's beautiful smiles! During the month of February, we are giving them something to smile about with our coloring contest. To participate, children submit a colored drawing of their trip to the dentist or...
What are Cavities?
What you need to know about cavities, tooth decay, and prevention.
The Importance of Flossing
Flossing can have a significant impact on your oral hygiene and smile.
Believe Your Smile
See how Opalescence can boost your confidence by giving you the stunning, brilliant smile you've always wanted. Want to brighten your smile in one quick visit? We have a new, in-office solution to whiten your teeth and boost your confidence. Opalescence® is a gel that...
Brush Twice A Day
One of the best things you can do to maintain a healthy smile is routine brushing.