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General Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry on the answers you need for a beautiful smile – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 30, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Answers You Need for a Beautiful Smile

Courtesy General Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry, Texoma LIVING WELL Magazine
Dr. John Shoemaker, a general and implant dentist, has treated the complete dental needs of adults and teenagers for more than 30 years in Sherman, Texas. He has performed implant dentistry in his practice—a special interest—for more than 25 years. In order to achieve the patient’s best health, Dr. Shoemaker performs all implant-related procedures in his office. Special attention is given to the importance of not only a beautiful smile but also to teeth that will last a lifetime. […]

Dr. Finger talks edentulism and the denture handicap – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 23, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Edentulism and the Denture Handicap

Courtesy More Smiles Dental Spa, Dr. Finger, New Orleans LIVING WELL Magazine

According to the World Health Organization criteria, edentulism is considered a physical impairment since all teeth have been lost. Many patients with this condition may have impaired ability to perform two essential life tasks, namely, speaking and eating. […]

Visage Surgical Institute in Medina talks smiles – LIVING WELL Magazine

November 1, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

ABOUT FACE
Now That’s Something to Smile About

By Faisal A. Quereshy, MD, DDS, FACS, Medical Director/Board Certified and Najia Usman, DDS, Board Certified Endodontist, Visage Surgical Institute in Medina, Akron LIVING WELL Magazine

People with missing teeth oftentimes feel self-conscious about their smile. Eating and even talking may be difficult or embarrassing. […]

Stabilize your loose dentures with mini implants – Norman J. Pomerance, LIVING WELL Magazine

October 26, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

STABILIZE YOUR LOOSE DENTURES WITH MINI IMPLANTS

Norman J. Pomerance, DDS, Denton LIVING WELL Magazine
Many people are faced with the necessity of removing and replacing one or more of their natural teeth. While there are numerous options for replacement, a full or partial removable denture is often the treatment of choice or is the only choice possible for the patient. […]

Thomas S. Jennings, DDS, talks Occlusion and TMJ –– LIVING WELL Magazine

October 3, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Occlusion and TMJ…do you have them?

By Thomas S. Jennings, DDS, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
If you have natural or replacement teeth (most of us), the answer is yes! The term “occlusion” refers to the relationship between upper and lower teeth when they are held together. More commonly it could also be called a person’s “bite.” […]

Star Dental Systems on your two best friends – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 26, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

YOUR TWO BEST FRIENDS!
Courtesy Star Dental Systems, Colorado Springs LIVING WELL Magazine
Mary G. is an attractive woman in her early 60s. Her medical history shows nothing alarming. The history of her sporadic dental care, however, was evident upon examination and evaluation: cracked fillings, a couple of root canals and many lost teeth, in addition to a gum disease called periodontitis. […]

Dr. Israel Finger on choosing state-of-the-art dental implants – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 23, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Dental Implants: Choose State-of-the-Art dentures

By Dr. Israel Finger, New Orleans LIVING WELL Magazine

Concerned about chewing an apple in public? Find it tough to chew steak? Dr. Israel Finger is a prosthodontist who is an expert at replacing teeth, including both dentures and implants. […]

Cosmetic Dental & Implant Center on How to Achieve the Ultimate Smile Makeover –– LIVING WELL Magazine

September 21, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

The Ultimate Smile Makeover

What You Should Know About Dental Implants and their Benefits

By M. James Fagan, III, MS, DMD, Cosmetic Dental & Implant Center, North Atlanta LIVING WELL Magazine

There are millions of people in the U.S. suffering from missing teeth. […]

Northlake Periodontics discusses periodontal disease – LIVING WELL Magazine

September 5, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

I Had No Idea Periodontal Disease Is Linked to . . .

Courtesy Northlake Periodontics, LLC., Northlake Periodontics, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine

You may be aware of stories in the news recently that link periodontal disease to heart disease, stroke, diabetes and low-birthweight babies. Research shows that having periodontal disease can put you at risk for conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, certain cancers and kidney disease. […]

Louisiana Dental Center: Laser Periodontal Therapy, the LASIK for Gum Disease? – LIVING WELL Magazine

August 13, 2011 LIVING WELL Magazine Comments Off

Laser Periodontal Therapy, the LASIK for Gum Disease?

By Jeffrey Snitzer, D.M.D., Periodontist, Louisiana Dental Center, Northshore LIVING WELL Magazine
Do you have bleeding gums, bad breath, loosened or shifting teeth? If so, then you may have gum disease. Like high blood pressure and diabetes, gum disease is painless until late stages. […]