How long have you been using the same toothbrush? Everyday we throw away expired food from our fridges, replace supplements and vitamins, and ensure that we don’t run out of beauty products. Our dental hygiene, however, does not get the same amount of attention as the rest of our daily routines. We often forget about …
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Implants are the rave today in dentistry! If you break a tooth off or loose a tooth you can have an implant. Here are some facts you need to know for an informed decision: In 2017 the implant studies showed a 15% failure of all dental implants for various reasons. It was 88% a few …
We all know the saying: “health is wealth” – it never gets old because we know it always rings true. Health is a treasured source of wealth because it spares you from many serious conditions and illnesses, as well as the accompanying costs that come from the required treatment. The same is also true in …
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If our expert dentists find a cavity in a patient’s tooth, we work to treat the cavity as soon as possible. After all, rapid response can prevent the decay from spreading and causing further damage. Often, we repair cavity damage with a filling. Many ask if it is common to have prolonged soreness after a …
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A mother with two small children. She knows the value of dental treatment, and takes her children to the dentist regularly. Their teeth are healthy and clean, and so far have had no cavities. But her teeth are another story entirely. She doesn’t know of the new relaxation options for anxious dental patients. When she …
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When you’re faced with a choice of fillings, the chances are you want ones that will look natural in your mouth and also last for a long time. At Rushmore Dental, you have a few choices available. We want you to have the information necessary to make the best decision for your health and your …
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Have you ever been surprised on a visit to the dentist? Sometimes, even if you’ve been having your six-month cleanings and keeping up with your dental hygiene, you still get a cavity. They don’t necessarily hurt, but cavities need to be fixed as soon as they’re found, to prevent further destruction to your teeth! Here …
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Has it been a while since you last saw a dentist? At Rushmore Dental, we’re committed to help our patients minimize the financial impact of their oral health care. We believe that you deserve to know what you need to pay for, when you’re required to pay for treatment, and how much your insurance plan …
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A trip to the dentist may seem like a harmless thing to postpone. Schedules get busy and arranging to visit your family dentist can cost time and money, depending on the type of coverage you have. In the long run, however, the cost of skipping dental care and preventative check-ups and early treatments is greater …
There is an unfortunate tendency among many people to delay seeking treatment for dental issues. Barring an emergency or severe discomfort, many will overlook signs that should, in fact, be sending them to the dentist. Whether it be fear of the dentist or the simple hope that the issue will clear up on its own, …
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The human body has a variety of microbiomes, the largest and second largest of which are in the gut and the oral cavity, respectively. These microbiomes do not function independently but are related in a complex manner. For example, oral bacteria responsible for tooth decay and periodontal disease might make their way into the digestive …
Night guards for grinding teeth How Night Guards can Protect you from Grinding your Teeth Bruxism, the clenching or grinding of the teeth, is a common habit. You may do this without realizing it during the day, but it often happens during the night while you are asleep. This habit can be damaging to teeth, …
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We know…just hearing the words “root canal therapy” is enough to make your hair stand on end, right? It’s a procedure that’s taken on a reputation for being an uncomfortable and painful experience. But that doesn’t necessarily have to be the case. Pain After Root Canal Therapy – What’s ‘Normal’? What’s a ‘normal’ amount of …
July 30, 2019 Restorative Dentistry By: Dr. Kelly dental implants Dental implants are a great way to restore both the appearance and function of missing teeth. While dentures need to be removed for regular cleaning, can limit the foods you can enjoy, and may slip around without proper adhesives, dental implants are permanent and feel …
By Tony Edwards, DrBicuspid.com editor in chief May 30, 2019 — Less than 30% of U.S. adults 65 years and older had dental insurance in 2017, according to a new data brief released by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on May 29. The research looked at dental insurance status, economic status, …
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May 24, 2019 — The percentages of oral health and dentist visits are about the same in the U.S. and England, but what about the rates of opioid prescriptions? Researchers conducted an international study to find out. Researchers conducted a cross-sectional study of opioid prescriptions by dentists in the U.S. and England over a year. …
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By Theresa Pablos, DrBicuspid.com associate editor February 7, 2019 — Parents are well aware of the risks associated with opioids, including addiction and overdose. Yet many still believe opioids are more effective at relieving pain after surgery than alternative medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) surveyed more than a …
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Cosmetic And Aesthetic Dentistry, Dental Health, Dental News, Dental Procedures Broken tooth, Crown Rushmore Dental family dentistry When you started having a toothache, you knew you had a problem; but you didn’t want to face what it meant. A year later, your tooth is broken, and you’re in a lot of pain: it’s past time …
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By Nathan Oakes, DMD, DrBicuspid.com contributing writer January 17, 2018 — With the rapid growth of the aging population in the U.S., it is likely your practice is already seeing a rising number of older adult patients. Whether these are existing or new patients to your practice, this patient group will be an important focus …
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By Tony Edwards, DrBicuspid.com editor in chief February 9, 2016 — Over 40% of more than 1,000 U.S. adults surveyed believe they have little or no control over whether they get a cavity, according to a new Children’s Dental Health Project (CDHP) survey released February 4. In fact, only 57% of respondents even believe they …
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