Dental Insights

Dr. Wright takes a deep dive into some of the most talked about dental services. For more information, we encourage everyone to call us at 304.267.6059

Dental Insurance: In-Network vs Out-Of-Network

0

Insurance coverage is one of the most important resources you can use in daily life to save yourself from a major financial crisis. With insurance, you have guaranteed coverage for care and other emergencies, which can be vital when it…

6 Tips for Kids Oral Care

0

Oral care and overall health are inextricably linked. Tooth infections cause pain. Gingivitis leads to plaque getting into the heart. Tooth loss can affect nutrition. To ensure your child is as healthy as possible, make sure their oral care routine…

Regular Dental Visits are Important

0

Is it about time for your next visit to the dentist? It’s important that you don’t delay, because keeping up on your dental health is essential for your well-being. Here’s why getting dental treatment regularly is essential, as well as…

Choosing the Right Dentist

0

Visiting your dentist regularly is a crucial part of oral hygiene. A dentist can not only solve problems, but they can also help you prevent them. In the long run, this can save you a lot of money and pain.…

What does dental health have to do with joint replacements, osteoporosis, heart surgery, transplants and cancer?

2

Staying up on your dental care becomes even more critical as we age.   Not only have our teeth and gums borne the impact of decades of wear and tear but as you age the likelihood of requiring a medical…

Tongue-Tied?

0

A tongue-tie, known medically as ankyloglossia (pronounced ang-kuh-loh-glaw-see-uh) is caused when the membrane that connects the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth is unusually short and thick, reducing the mobility of the tongue. Tongue-ties are common…

Why Your Six Month Visit is So Much More than a Cleaning

0

Let’s be clear, a dental cleaning is something you do as part of your at home dental care routine when you brush and floss. However in our everyday interactions most of us refer to our dental hygiene visits simply as…

Progression of Tooth Decay

1

Tooth enamel is the hardest material in the human body. Enamel is a resilient surface composed of 96% mineral making it denser than any other tissue in the human body. While tooth enamel is both durable and resistant to damage,…

Pet Therapy – Helping Relieve Dental Anxiety

9

Dentophobia is nothing new and is one of the most common phobias ranking right up there along with fears about public speaking, heights and flying. Whether or not the cause of our fears is rational or the product of some…

What is CareCredit?

11

CareCredit is a credit card designed to give patients the time to make monthly, no interest, payments to meet the dental and medical needs not covered by insurance.     Is it just for the dental office? Not at all,…

Recent Posts
Can Dental Implants Fail? Causes, Signs, and Prevention Strategies Explained
Dental Implants After Tooth Loss: How Soon Is Too Soon?
Emergency Dental Tips for Tooth Injury
Kids’ Dental Emergencies: Quick Guide for Parents
Are Adult Braces Worth It? Your Essential Guide to Benefits, Costs, and Options
How to Maintain Your Bright Smile After Teeth Whitening
Categories