There are different types of dental implants suited to different patients. The implants used depends on the size and shape of the jaw, in particular the amount and quality of the bone. Most dental implants are made of titanium and placed directly into the jawbone. All types of implants can be used to replace single [...]

There are few things in life that give us more confidence than a dazzling smile. Having a great grin boosts our morale, making us feel positive, and drawing others to us as we show off our smile…

For some people, going to the dentist is a miserable experience; the fear of dental work is very common. However, proper dental health is important and failure to maintain good dental habits could lead to serious complications…

The world of dentistry is changing everyday and in order to stay up-to-date on these advances, continuing education should be a priority. Dental advisors are now suggesting as many as 100 hours a year to maintain a firm grasp on all the latest techniques and…

Last Weeks’ Poll Results The results of last week’s Dental Heroes poll did not surprise me at all. 71% of respondents indicated that they do not consider dental amalgam to be safe. Just 14% consider dental amalgam to be safe, and another 14% were not sure whether dental amalgam is safe. I expected most people [...]

This week, we want to know if you believe dental amalgam is safe?

Most of you are probably very familiar with the dental amalgam controversy that has intensified once again in recent weeks following the FDA ruling that dental amalgam is safe for adults and children ages 6 and above.