I have been avoiding the dentist. A friend told me that she used to be afraid of the dentist until she used dental sedation. I was all excited about it. Then, I read this article about a woman who died from dental sedation in Iowa and they said it was the dentist’s fault. Now I’m […]
Are Astra Implants a Good Choice?
I have to get a couple of teeth replaced so I’ve been doing some research. I think dental implants will be my best replacement option. Do you know if Astra Implants are long-lasting? Should I use the cemented or screw-on type of implant crown? Are the titanium or zirconia better? I see mixed ideas online. […]
My Dentist Won’t Give Me Dental Implants Because I Smoke
Does a dentist have a right to refuse you a procedure just because he doesn’t like one of your habits? I lost a tooth and want to get a dental implant, but my dentist said no because I am a smoker. Can he do that? Louis Dear Louis, Dental implants are by far the best […]
Interrupted Breathing During Sleep
My husband has always been a snorer. For some reason, this year it has taken what I consider a more serious turn. I’ve noticed, sometimes he seems to stop breathing and then will have a loud snore to “recover” if that is the right word. I’ve heard dentists treat snoring. Is there a way to […]