When we experience the loss of a tooth, either through trauma or decay, the bone that surrounds the tooth undergoes a remarkably quick process known as resorption, where the bone is “broken down” at the cellular level and dispersed elsewhere throughout the body. Essentially, because the body believes it no longer needs this bony material due to the tooth’s absence, it reclaims this material into the body for other use. While this might sound like … [Read more...] about Need To Have A Tooth Removed? Why Your Dentist Might Suggest Socket Preservation
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A Surprisingly Healthy Way to Warm Up Your February
February. Unless you’re a snowmobiler, skier, or ice-fisherman, it’s a month the rest of us wishes would pass as quickly as it begins. After all, frozen toes, creaky bones, and chapped lips aren’t usually physical afflictions one desires to endure on a daily basis. Even those of us in the south, who brave a more mild winter, will yearn for the days when a sweater is no longer required. Despite the cold, though, there is always something about … [Read more...] about A Surprisingly Healthy Way to Warm Up Your February
Thinking about Having A Baby, Or Recently Pregnant?
If you're considering getting pregnant, or are already expecting, concern over the status of your teeth might not be at the top of your list as of late. However, if you're early enough into a pregnancy, or planning one, you should actually schedule an appointment to see your dentist sooner rather than later. If your stack of pregnancy-related reading material hasn't already included a chapter on oral health, let us help by providing you the … [Read more...] about Thinking about Having A Baby, Or Recently Pregnant?
Uncomfortable Dentures? Maybe It’s Time For A Denture Reline.
If you're a denture wearer, and your dentures have begun to fit less comfortably than in the past, you may wish to consider having them relined. Denture relining is a simple and affordable procedure that reshapes the underside of a denture to make it more comfortable as it rests against your gums. Relines are referred to as “soft” or “hard,” and can be completed either at the office, or in a lab. Both have advantages and disadvantages, so let's … [Read more...] about Uncomfortable Dentures? Maybe It’s Time For A Denture Reline.
Can a Meat-Free Diet Be Bad for Your Teeth?
In America, we're blessed with a wonderful selection of food to fuel our bodies. Crops are plentiful, and what doesn't grow here arrives via ship or air, creating food lifestyle choices not possible a generation ago. So, if you're more of a fruit and vegetables person, and are either a vegan or vegetarian – or considering these options - we wanted to take a look at how following that lifestyle can affect your teeth. You might be surprised to … [Read more...] about Can a Meat-Free Diet Be Bad for Your Teeth?
Give Kids a Smile
Give Kids a Smile is a charitable program coordinated by the Minnesota Dental Association to provide free care to low-income children in need. Parkview Dental's event will be held on Friday, February 6, 2015. Dr. Kuball and his staff is committed to doing what it can to make quality care accessible to every child in Minnesota. Give Kids a Smile is for any child whose family faces financial or other challenges accessing dental care. No … [Read more...] about Give Kids a Smile