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Consider These Tips to Reduce Your Dental Visit Anxiety
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Jun. 25, 2015
Although we’ve made great strides over the last century making dental visits more pleasant and comfortable, many people still feel a little apprehension about them at one time or another.
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Category: Oral Health
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Consider Saving a Tooth Before you Decide to Replace it
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Sep. 07, 2015
Dental implants are the ideal tooth replacement with their life-like appearance, high success rate and durability. If you have significant dental issues, they may seem like the perfect answer. But
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Category: Oral Health
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Conscious Sedation Eases Treatment Anxiety for Young Dental Patients
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Aug. 13, 2015
While pediatric dentistry has made great strides in making young patients’ dental visit experiences more relaxing, some children and teenagers still have difficulty with anxiety. Their anxiety in turn can
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Composite Resins Could be the Answer to Damaged Front Teeth
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Aug. 15, 2019
Our smiles are our “calling cards” for first impressions. When our front teeth are missing, chipped or otherwise damaged, it will certainly make an impression — and not a positive
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Common Ways We Can Treat Your Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Aug. 15, 2019
Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD), which was formerly known as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ), is an interesting condition because it can be hard to diagnose and often mimics many other conditions. It
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Category: Oral Health
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Common Questions About Whitening Your Teeth
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Feb. 15, 2013
Teeth whitening is a great way to improve your smile. For best results and to ensure your safety, teeth should be bleached under professional supervision. We can help you choose
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Common Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures to Rejuvenate Your Smile
Author:
Parker Wellness
updated: Nov. 06, 2018
You're a happy, vibrant person, but does your smile reflect that? Stained teeth, gaps and enamel defects change your looks and confidence, but take hope! Your cosmetic dentists at Parker
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Clear Orthodontic Aligners, An Alternative To Braces For Adults
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Jun. 22, 2012
If you are insecure about your misaligned crooked teeth, then you may be a perfect candidate for clear orthodontic aligners. This system is an alternative to traditional braces that uses
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Cleaning Around Implants Crucial to Protecting Them from Loss
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Jul. 11, 2015
Unlike the natural tooth it replaces, a dental implant is impervious to decay. But don’t think that means you can relax your oral hygiene habits — even though the implant
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Clean Your Tongue — It Can Help Reduce Bad Breath
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: May 29, 2011
We are often asked about the role the tongue plays with bad breath or halitosis, as it is known medically. The truth is that everyone will experience it at some
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Category: Oral Health
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Choosing the Right Oil for Your Skin
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Aug. 07, 2017
We live in a world of seemingly infinite choices, especially when it comes to beauty, skincare, and healthcare products. On top of all of the choices, there always seems to
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Causes and Symptoms of Sleep Apnea
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Oct. 14, 2016
Last week, we introduced one of the most common sleep disorders that is affecting millions of us, whether we realize it or not. Sleep apnea is one of the top
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Canker Sores: A Pain in the Mouth
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Jan. 03, 2011
If you've ever suffered from a canker sore, then you know these small, persistent ulcers can be a real pain in the mouth. Unlike cold sores which appear on the
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Category: Mouth Care
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Can Anything Be Done About My Snoring?
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Nov. 08, 2012
Sleeping disorders impact people in different ways. For some people, they may feel they do not have a problem — except for the fact that their sleeping partner complains about
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Category: Oral Health
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Can A Dentist Help Treat Sleep Apnea?
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Feb. 13, 2011
Research has revealed that over 12 million Americans suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a condition that occurs when the upper airway (tissues at the back of the mouth and
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Category: Oral Health
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Bruxism: Stop Teeth Grinding and Save Your Smile
Author:
Parker Dentistry
updated: Dec. 01, 2010
Also known as teeth grinding, bruxism is a condition in which people grind, clench or gnash their teeth. Most people clench at night, but others do it unconsciously throughout the
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Category: Mouth Care