When Should I Consider Getting Dental Implants?

Missing teeth can make it difficult to eat certain foods. Many people also hesitate before they laugh or smile around others. However, there are worse consequences that can result from not replacing missing teeth. Tooth roots help to stimulate the jawbone when the patient chews. This keeps the bone healthy and helps it retain its mass. When a dental restoration is not used to replace one or more missing teeth, the jawbone can…

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Most teenagers need braces to help straighten out their smiles, but there are more orthodontic options for them than just traditional metal braces! At Dental Wellness Phoenixville, we offer two alternatives to metal braces: Invisalign® and Six Month Smiles®. Both use clear aligner therapy to subtly shift teeth into their desired positions. Here are some of the differences between Invisalign and Six Month Smiles.

What Is Clear Aligner Therapy?

Both Invisalign and Six Month Smiles use…

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Aging can have an effect on your entire body, including your smile. Wondering how aging will affect your oral health? Here’s the top 5 oral health issues that you may experience as you get older.

Teeth Yellowing & Discoloration

There are many factors that contribute to tooth discoloration. As we age, our tooth enamel becomes thinner, which causes the layer underneath, known as dentin, to become more prevalent. Dentin has a yellowish tint to it, which is why aging patients often…

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Dental emergencies are not fun. They can include pain, swelling, broken teeth, or knocked-out teeth. What should you do when you have a dental emergency? Here’s a step-by-step guide for the most common emergencies.

Painful, Throbbing Toothache

If you’re experiencing severe pain in your tooth or gums, it’s hard to think about anything else. You should call us right away. To deal with the pain until we see you, it can help to rinse your mouth with warm saltwater. If there’s…

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Brushing and flossing your teeth daily are the foundation for a healthy smile. But many people tend to skip out on flossing, causing plaque and bacteria to grow in between their teeth and under their gum lines. Here are three reasons why you should floss daily to boost your oral health.

1. Flossing Prevents Gum Disease

Gum disease is a common but completely preventable progressive dental ailment. It begins with the proliferation of bacteria and plaque under the gum line,…

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You may not think there’s a direct link between having high blood pressure and the state of your oral health, but the two are incredibly interconnected. If you suffer from high blood pressure, there are considerations you need to make when it comes to taking care of your oral health. We’ll review the influence your oral health has on your heart health, and how you can ensure that you’re taking care of both of them properly.

What Is High…

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Cosmetic dentistry is a ground-breaking branch of the dental field that specializes in improving the smile’s appearance and functionality. You shouldn’t have to settle for a smile that you aren’t happy with. With cosmetic dentistry, dentists utilize many different tools and techniques to help you achieve your dream smile! Keep reading to learn more about the different types of cosmetic dental treatments.

Dental Bonding

Over time, your teeth will experience natural wear and tear. In fact, chipped teeth are a fairly…

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Most people know that tobacco can damage their body, but some people don’t realize that it can have a huge impact on your oral health. Tobacco contains many chemicals that are dangerous when left on the teeth or gums.

How Does Smoking Affect My Oral Health?

Smoking can affect various aspects of your oral health. One of the most noticeable ones is teeth staining. Cosmetic appearances can make a person feel self-conscious, but it’s not the worst health problem that smoking…

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These days there are an almost overwhelming number of toothpaste varieties crowding the aisles at your local pharmacy. Every major brand has multiple product lines. They boast different types of whitening, formulas that target issues like enamel or gum disease, and even unique ingredients like charcoal or coconut oil. With all these available options, which is going to be best for you? At Dental Wellness Phoenixville, we want to help simplify your decision, so we’ve…

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Root canal therapy is one of the most misunderstood restorative treatments out there. In reality, root canal therapy is a common, effective procedure that can preserve your natural tooth while easing your pain. To help you learn more about this treatment, our team at Dental Wellness Phoenixville is debunking 5 common myths about root canal therapy.

Myth #1

Root Canals Hurt

Root canals have the unfair reputation of being painful. Older methods of performing root canals probably were…

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