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May 24, 2017
Performing Oral Cancer Self-Checks
While oral cancer can be a scary diagnosis, the prognosis is much better the earlier the cancer is caught. Here at Coastal Periodontics, we want all of our patients to live long and healthy lives. Because of this, we’ve put…
May 22, 2017
Dental Implant Failure & How To Avoid It
Just like any other surgical procedure, there are factors that can cause complications for your dental implants. In rare cases, the dental implants may even fail. We don’t want to worry you, as over 95% of dental implants are…
May 12, 2017
Gardening Tips For Spring
Spring has finally arrived and it’s time for your yard to recover from the harsh winter weather. So grab your tools from the shed, visit the local home improvement store, and read on for some great tips on how to get your…
May 4, 2017
Keeping Your Breath Fresh
Bad breath can be a difficult problem to live with. It can cause embarrassment and isolation from friends and family. There are ways to mask the symptoms, some of which include breath mints, minty gum, or breath spray.…
Apr 26, 2017
3D Printing In Dentistry
Many people think that 3D printing is a fairly new technology, however we in the dental field have been using it for quite a while. 3D printing in dentistry is used to improve many procedures by providing accurate models of…
Apr 20, 2017
Dental Implants & Cigarettes
Most everyone is aware of the health problems caused by smoking cigarettes or using other tobacco products. However, when it comes to restorative dentistry, smoking can prove an enormous threat to the success of the dental…
Apr 14, 2017
Hormone Replacement Therapy & Periodontal Disease
For postmenopausal women considering hormone replacement therapy, we may have an item for you to place in the ‘pro’ column – increased dental health. The Journal of Periodontology has recently published a study suggesting…
Apr 4, 2017
Dental Health Problems Facing the Elderly
Senior citizens are vulnerable to many health problems, and because of this, oral health and hygiene often fall through the cracks. However, neurological problems or arthritis can make it more difficult for the elderly to…
Mar 28, 2017
Dealing With Your Dental Anxiety
If you suffer from dental anxiety, you are not alone. It’s a very real problem that around 30-40 million Americans experience. A common problem that comes from dental anxiety is that many patients will avoid going to the…
Mar 14, 2017
Managing Your Canker Sores
Canker sores are small, red sores that can occur in the soft tissues inside the mouth. This includes the lips, gums, the inside of the cheeks, and on the tongue. Canker sores can be painful and irritating, especially when…
Mar 1, 2017
Tooth Stains and What You Can Do About Them
There are a few different ways your teeth can become discolored. This occurs either by stains on the surface of the teeth, changes happening instead the tooth, or just a natural part of aging. Below are the three mains…
Feb 17, 2017
Why Humans Kiss
Have you ever stopped and wondered about why kissing is a thing and when it became a popular expression of love? It seems like a strange habit that humanity must have picked up from somewhere.
Jan 25, 2017
Is Mouthwash Safe For Kids?
While mouthwash is an important part of any adult’s at-home oral hygiene routine, many parents questions whether or not it’s safe for children. If your child is older than six years old, the answer is yes. Kids younger than…
Jan 17, 2017
Improving Your Dental Health Through New Year’s Resolutions
All of the Christmas lights have been taken down and the tree has been put away. Which means it’s time to start thinking about your New Year’s resolutions! Because New Year’s resolutions are notoriously hard to keep, it’s not…
