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Can Bleeding Gums Cause a Heart Attack?
What is the Oral-Systemic Link? Oral System Link by Waupaca Dentist You’ve always heard that it’s important to take care of your teeth. Brush and floss every day, and see the dentist for good oral health. But did you know that your oral health could directly affect your overall health? And the road goes both […]
Restoring Your Smile to Health
Full-Mouth Rehabilitation with Waupaca Dentist There comes a time for many people when traditional tooth restoration methods are no longer viable. The impairment of the natural teeth has crossed a threshold where fillings are impossible or imprudent. In these cases, many people choose dentures, usually due to their comparatively low cost. For others, a welcome […]
Avoid a Dental Nightmare This Halloween
Halloween Dental Tips Waupaca Dentist The Halloween season provides more opportunities for candy consumption than any other. As dental professionals, we consider ourselves candy experts (both because we know the effects it has on oral health but also because we’re secretly some of the biggest sweet tooths around). While we can’t in good conscience tell […]
Oral Health & Alzheimer’s – Don’t Forget to Floss!
Dental and Alzheimer’s Waupaca Dentist Did you know that unhealthy gums might put your brain at risk? Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia that harms your memory and ability to think and can cause changes in your personality. It’s very common and usually affects people aged 60 and over. And, Alzheimer’s might be significantly more […]
Dentistry for Kids: What the Tooth Fairy Won’t Tell You
Tooth Fairy Children’s Dentistry at Waupaca Dentist Kids are constantly growing and changing, and their mouths are no exception! Throughout childhood, kids lose their baby teeth, gain adult teeth, and they begin to take ownership of their own oral health. From brushing to braces to practicing their smile, oral health is important for every kid […]
Dental Bridges 101
Dental Bridges at Waupaca Dentist A hole in your smile is never a good thing. It negatively affects your appearance, your eating, your speaking, and your overall sense of confidence and wellbeing. Let Crystal River Dental in Waupaca bridge the gap between where you are with your smile and where you want to be! A […]
Dental Implants – A Security System for Your Smile
Dental implants at Waupaca Your mouth is an intelligent system made to work with every piece doing its part. When you’re missing a tooth, the empty spaces are more than unsightly—they can be dangerous. Your other teeth, your gums, and even the bones in your face rely on you having a full smile. Thanks to […]
Top 5 Causes of Tooth Sensitivity
Tooth Sensitivity Waupaca Dentist If you’re one of the 40 million Americans with sensitive teeth, you must be familiar with the painful zing that follows a hot drink, a bite of ice cream, or just a deep breath of cold air. These and other elements can cause sudden discomfort if you have sensitive teeth, also […]
Fun Dental Facts…Did You Know?
Waupaca Dental Fun Facts Sure, dentistry is serious medicine, and daily dental hygiene is a top priority. But teeth can be pretty fun, too! And fascinating. For starters, have you ever seen the full sets of baby teeth and adult teeth present in a child’s head x-ray? Go ahead, look it up. Crystal River Dental […]
Dental Care in Colonial Times
Waupaca Dental Care It was a combination of bad genes and even worse medical practices that led Washington down the path to becoming toothless. Washington experienced many health problems throughout his life. And he was often treated with “calomel,” a common medicine at the time that contained mercury and ruined teeth. Toothpaste at the time […]