Benefits of Oral Probiotics

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Oral probiotics are strains of bacteria that promote good oral health. Bacteria naturally exist in the mouth, and oral probiotics help boost levels of beneficial bacteria. This helps prevent certain dental conditions that can arise from high levels of harmful bacteria in the mouth, such as periodontitis or tooth decay. Schedule an appointment with Valley … Continued

Common Dental Implant Problems

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Dental implant surgery is a common procedure to replace a missing tooth that involves placing a post into the jaw and covering the post with an abutment and an artificial tooth. The procedure is highly successful and rarely causes complications; a 2018 study found that 98.6% of implants are still functional five years after the … Continued

Does Getting a Dental Implant Hurt?

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Dental professionals recognize dental implants as one of the best ways to restore your smile. But one of the best things about dental implants is what most patients fear most – they are embedded in your jaw. Getting dental implants is a minor surgery, and due to modern dentistry technologies and techniques, the procedure causes … Continued

The Impact of COVID on Your Oral Health

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The impact of the COVID pandemic and lockdowns are felt across all areas of society. The virus disrupted many facets of our health systems, including the oral health sector. According to the CDC, in-person dental appointments were severely limited during the lockdown period of the pandemic. COVID impacts oral health in several ways. While appointments … Continued

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