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  • Broken Tooth: Is It an emergency or not?

    Broken Tooth: Is It an emergency or not?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 08, 2023 Have you ever had that sinking feeling after biting into something soft and chewy and feeling something hard and crunchy instead? You’ve chipped or broken a tooth, but what should you do next? First try to assess the damage by determining whether it’s a chip or a whole tooth.…

  • Are your teeth ready for the big day?

    Are your teeth ready for the big day?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Mar. 01, 2023 Capturing the Moment At Towne Centre Family Dental we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details can be. Things like having complementary colors, the right location, show-stopping flowers, and delicious food are…

  • The Many Types of Sedation Dentistry

    The Many Types of Sedation Dentistry

    Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 22, 2023 There are many reasons to choose sedation dentistry. Perhaps anxiety is an issue, or your teeth are extremely sensitive. You may have a low pain threshold, an easily triggered gag reflex, or need a lot of work done in one visit. If you think sedation dentistry might be right…

  • When should a filling be replaced?

    When should a filling be replaced?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 15, 2023 There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal function and shape. Silver (amalgam) and tooth-colored (composite) fillings last a long time, though they can develop decay when…

  • Team Dark Chocolate

    Team Dark Chocolate

    Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 08, 2023 Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and sometimes even binge eating of sweets. It’s hard to look the other way when grocery stores and pharmacies are…

  • February is Heart Month

    February is Heart Month

    Author: Anonymous updated: Feb. 01, 2023 The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been established, but there are multiple theories to explain the link between heart disease and periodontal disease. One theory suggests…

  • Eating and Invisalign®

    Eating and Invisalign®

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 25, 2023 One of the greatest advantages to using Invisalign is that it provides maximum results with minimal impact on your everyday life. Invisalign is comfortable, easy to insert, and simple to remove. Because you can remove Invisalign aligners, you can enjoy all your favorite foods and beverages without worries about…

  • Thanks to Invisalign®, you can have a perfect smile without metal wires or brackets!

    Thanks to Invisalign®, you can have a perfect smile without metal wires or brackets!

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 18, 2023 When it comes to straightening your smile, our team at Towne Centre Family Dental knows that having a mouth full of metal braces may not be your idea of fun. Luckily for you, the doctor can offer a cosmetic alternative: Invisalign! Using a series of clear, comfortable, and completely…

  • What is a cavity?

    What is a cavity?

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 11, 2023 Cavities are the reason why most people fear going to the dentist. But they’re also the reason you should be visiting the doctor on a regular basis. Specifically, cavities are the breakdown of teeth caused by acid from food, bacteria, and plaque that inhabit the inside of the mouth.…

  • Going Green for the New Year

    Going Green for the New Year

    Author: Anonymous updated: Jan. 04, 2023 Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to help you meet your goal. This is probably the easiest –and most cost effective!—item on our list. If you…