Dental restorations (crowns, fillings, onlays, etc.) have come a long way. It's true that some dental offices still use practically archaic materials and techniques, but at least there are a few dentists who understand the value in quality materials and updated technology. And Dr. James Powell is definitely the dentist...
VIEW POST When you visit the dentist for your routine checkup, the last thing you want to hear is that you have cavities—a sure sign of tooth decay gone wild. You might be tempted to do nothing with early warning signs, but cavity progression due to non-action is real trouble. That's what...
VIEW POST When you think about a smile you probably think about teeth. But the gums can actually affect the way your smile looks! If you have a gummy smile, you know this all too well. Additionally, if you suffer from a gum line that is too high then you've probably realized it can make...
VIEW POST We've been creating great smiles with dentures in Palmdale, CA for over three decades. So we get that there's a common misconception about wearing dentures: there's nothing to take care of since there's no teeth. But the truth is, there's still bacteria in your mouth that needs to be handled. Simply implementing...
VIEW POST If you've been wanting to straighten your teeth but aren't thrilled about wearing metal braces or fear the expense of braces, you may be tempted to go the braces-by-mail or DIY route...because, well, those commercials you keep hearing and the DIY videos you're seeing make alternatives seem awesome! Not to...
VIEW POST We talk a lot about how important your oral health is to your overall health—so you're probably already aware of the fact that routine professional cleanings, along with your consistent daily oral hygiene habits, help keep your teeth protected from decay and your gums healthy. Not to mention the added...
VIEW POST Friends and family keep it real, don't they?! They'll call you out on your B.S., they tell you like it is, and that tough love can be exactly what you need sometimes. But truth be told, sometimes that tough love moves into unwarranted territory—e.g. the verbal acknowledgment of your weak,...
VIEW POST Ah, the mystery of the dark tooth. You know what we're talking about—that one tooth that's a bit darker than the rest of your teeth. Maybe the difference is quite drastic or maybe it's subtle. Either way, we are going to uncover that mystery today! What is a dead tooth?...
VIEW POST Chances are that you’ve heard of gum disease. You know, that pesky infection that causes your gums to bleed when you floss. In case you thought that bleeding gums are normal when you brush or floss, we’re here to tell you…IT’S NOT! So what do you do if your gums...
VIEW POST We bet you're the sort of person who cares about having a nice looking smile and actually puts in the extra effort to keep up with your oral hygiene. Despite your best efforts, somehow a blasted cavity still formed! We know, we know. There's always the seemingly same series of questions...
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