If you have advanced gum disease, you may think it's too late to seek treatment or do something about your condition. Although advanced gum disease (periodontitis) is permanent, you can treat it with the right dental care. If you don't seek dental care now, your advanced gum disease can cause tooth and bone loss in the future. Here's how untreated periodontitis affects you and how regular dental care can help you control and manage your condition.
Hearing that your child is going to need braces can be devastating to some parents. After all, the cost of braces are high, however, it's worth it in the long run. Plus, there are many payment options that can assist parents in the process of paying for the treatment. Here's where you should start:
Insurance:
The first place to start would be with your child's dental insurance since most children under the age of 18 will be eligible to receive at least some coverage for the cost of braces if not full coverage.
Veneers can hide dental imperfections such as stains, uneven teeth, chips, cracks, and gaps. While veneers are typically resistant to everyday wear and tear, there are certain prescription drugs that may have a negative affect on them. Here are three prescription medications that can harm dental restorations such as veneers, and what you can do to minimize the risk:
Allergy Drugs
Prescription allergy medications work well to stop a runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.
