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Restore Your Smile Today with Porcelain Fixed Bridges Porcelain fixed bridges are dental prostheses that are used to replace missing teeth. They comprise a series of porcelain crowns that are…

A Buford Family Dentist Explains If you’re reading this and realizing that you skipped dental cleaning for a year or so, you’re not alone. We see this every week in…

TMJ Relief, Migraine Management & Cosmetic Benefits with Botox Botox is a purified form of Clostridium botulinum, a naturally occurring neurotoxin that temporarily relaxes targeted muscles. While it’s most commonly…

Fluoride Safety at Your Buford Dentist One of the most common questions parents ask us, “Is fluoride safe for my family?”Fluoride has become one of those topics that feels oddly…

Thinking You Need A Smile Makeover? If you’ve ever wished your teeth were whiter, straighter, or more even, you’re already describing what a smile makeover can achieve.Smile makeovers blend two…

TLDR; Cavities do not heal on their own once a hole forms in the enamel. Early-stage tooth decay, known as enamel demineralization, can be reversed with proper care such as…

TLDR; Skipping dental cleanings for a year allows plaque to harden into tartar, which leads to gum disease, cavities, and potential tooth loss. Missing your annual cleaning also increases your…

TLDR; Yes, night guards help relieve TMJ symptoms by reducing teeth grinding and clenching that strain the jaw joint. They cushion the bite, protect teeth from wear, and promote muscle…

TLDR;Veneers are worth it if you want a fast, lasting way to improve your smile, provided you choose a qualified dentist and understand the costs, upkeep, and limitations. They deliver…

A regular dental cleaning, or prophylaxis, removes plaque and tartar above the gumline to maintain healthy teeth and gums. A deep cleaning, or scaling and root planing, removes plaque and…

TLDR; Most people should schedule a dental cleaning every six months to maintain healthy teeth and gums. Those with gum disease, high cavity risk, or other oral health concerns may…

TLDR;You can usually start talking a few hours after wisdom teeth removal, but it's best to limit speaking as much as possible for the first 24–48 hours to allow proper…