O'Brien Dental Wellness Center Blog

Your diet and brushing habits are important factors for healthy gums, but according to science, your barbells might deserve a little credit, too. A growing body of research shows that regular physical activity may meaningfully lower your risk of gum disease. But how does sweating in the gym translate to gum health? Keep reading to find out.

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Thanks to the unique structure of an All-On-4 dental implant restoration, the process of actually placing the implants along the jawbone can usually be completed in just one appointment. And thanks to modern anesthetics, you’ll be quite comfortable during your treatment.

Still, surgery is surgery, and your mouth will need time to recover. It’s important to be aware of what you could experience after All-On-4 implant placement so you can take good care of your new smile. Here’s everything you need to know!

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Oral cancer takes a life every hour in the United States. It’s a sobering statistic—and one that may make you wonder whether there’s something you can do between dental visits to reduce your risk. While at-home screenings aren’t the same as professional ones, they can still be beneficial if you know what to look for. Here’s what a home self-check can and can’t tell you.

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As you take care of your smile, you might do your best to keep up with brushing and flossing. These essential habits help protect your oral health from any problems, but another way you can support it is by eating the right herbs and spices. What you add to your meals can boost your grin in several ways. Here are five you should get plenty of to make sure your mouth stays pristine.

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Many experts consider dental implants the ideal way to rebuild smiles after tooth loss because of their unique advantages. Unlike bridges and dentures, these restorations are placed directly into your jaw, and eventually fuse with the bone to become a more permanent part of your mouth.

Today, dental implants have an incredibly high success rate of over 90%, but that hasn’t always been the case. Continue reading to learn more about how this treatment evolved to become the popular procedure that it is today!

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If you develop a cavity in one of your teeth, the best way to stop the spread of the decay will likely be with a filling. In the past, dentists often used a material called silver amalgam for this purpose. Nowadays, though, most practices favor a more modern alternative: tooth-colored fillings. Why are tooth-colored fillings superior, and why should you choose them if there is ever a question about which material should be used for your fillings? This blog post explains five reasons.

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Dental bridges are a reliable solution for replacing missing teeth and restoring your smile’s appearance and function. With proper care, a dental bridge can last up to 15 years or more. However, like any dental restoration, bridges are not immune to problems. Understanding what can cause a bridge to fail helps you take steps to protect it and maintain a healthy, lasting smile.

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If you struggle with the consequences of missing teeth, you know that finding a solution can be a difficult decision. You want something that will fill the gap, function as a natural tooth, and last a long time. Dental bridges are one of several options that you have. If you are looking at the dental bridge lifespan, most of them can last up to a decade. However, this depends on multiple factors. Read on to learn more about dental bridges and how long you can expect them to last.

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Tooth loss can take a severe toll on your nutritional intake by making it harder to chew and digest many healthy foods like raw fruits and veggies, fresh meat, and savory nuts and seeds since they can be tough or crunchy. Thankfully, dentures can make it much easier to enjoy a healthy diet by restoring a significant amount of your chewing power. Here’s a brief look at how tooth loss can affect nutrition and how your dentist can help.

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Did you know that “periodontal disease” is just another word for “gum disease”? In dentistry, “periodontal” usually refers to your pink oral tissue. They’re part of the reason your teeth are able to stay in place, so it’s important to take good care of them.

“Great,” you might be thinking, “but what’s with the random facts?”

This month happens to be Gum Care Month, which is all about – you guessed it – your soft pink oral tissue! So why not learn a new fact or two to celebrate? With these periodontal facts under your belt, you’ll be more than ready for Gum Care Month.

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