There are very few adults with non-bleeding gums: according to statistics, 90% of the adult population has gum bleeding problems in at least a small area and at least 20% suffer from severe periodontal disease, including bone destruction and tooth decay. Bleeding gums is a sign that the oral hygiene of a human is not 100 percent in order. This [...]
Dental anxiety is a term used to describe fear, anxiety or stress in a dental setting. Being scared to visit the dentist can result in delaying or avoiding dental treatment. Dental anxiety can be associated with certain triggers such as needles, drills or the dental setting in general. When dental anxiety is severe and results in irrational fear and complete [...]
Fillings are today (against earlier times when amalgam was used for metal fillings) made of composite, a high-quality dental plastic. This material is being applied in a soft condition and it strengthens when receiving light effect and grants a stable, aesthetic high-quality solution while solving the cavity problem. Very important is the quality of the used filling material as this [...]
A dental hygienist is someone who cleans teeth, examines patients for oral diseases such as gingivitis, and provides other preventative dental care. They also educate patients on ways to improve and maintain good oral health. Almost all dental hygienists work in dentists’ offices and work closely with dentists and dental assistants. At Evergreen Dental currently you can meet with three [...]
Root canal treatment is designed to eliminate bacteria from the infected root canal, prevent reinfection of the tooth and save the natural tooth. When one undergoes a root canal, the inflamed or infected pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed. For conscientious dentists, it is always the highest priority [...]
A dental implant is an artificial root made of a biocompatible material used for replacing lost teeth for cosmetic or practical reasons or in order to carry previously planned dental work. The material of dental implants is usually clean, unalloyed titanium. Even in case of metal allergies, one doesn’t have to worry as titanium is hypoallergenic and fully accepted by [...]
