by Eddie Kuo | Aug 23, 2021 | Bone Grafts, Dental Implants, Oral Surgery
If you have lived with dentures for many years or had severe gum disease that contributed to tooth and bone loss, chances are a dentist may have said you had too much bone loss to support dental implants. While that used to be the case, advancements in dental implant...
by Eddie Kuo | Aug 20, 2021 | Dental Health
When it comes to a good oral hygiene routine, your toothbrush and floss play an essential role. The American Dental Association recommends that you floss your teeth at least once a day in order to help remove plaque, food, and bacteria from between your teeth. But who...
by Eddie Kuo | Jul 30, 2021 | Dental Health, General Dentistry
Are you having second thoughts about your xylitol chewing gum? Cutting down sugar intake is one of the healthiest decisions of our life. You can look forward to fewer diseases and get rid of all the worthless calories that come with refined sugar. However, you still...
by Eddie Kuo | Jul 21, 2021 | Dental Health
No one had any idea when the ball dropped in Times Square at the end of 2019, what 2020 would have in store for them. While most people hoped for a year filled with prosperity and joy, a global pandemic that would take millions of lives and essentially shut everything...
by Eddie Kuo | Jul 4, 2021 | General Dentistry, Root Canal
While over 15 million root canals are performed every year in the United States, the American Association of Endodontists reports that over 59 percent of patients surveyed fear root canals more than speaking in public, spiders, or being trapped in an elevator. At New...
by Eddie Kuo | Jun 30, 2021 | Dental Health
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on the country and continues to do so. Researchers and physicians still do not understand all the symptoms associated with the virus or the potential long-term effects people will face. When it comes to dental health and jaw...
by Eddie Kuo | May 25, 2021 | General Dentistry
An unpleasant pain in the teeth can indeed make your life miserable, disrupting every daily activity. But when it starts messing with a peaceful night’s sleep, the situation worsens. Toothache is a dire oral health issue among young adults in the US. Do you ever...
by Eddie Kuo | May 19, 2021 | General Dentistry
According to the American Dental Association and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 91% of Americans have had cavities at some point in their lives, with 27% having untreated cavities. In many cases, you can see potential cavities on the surface of your...
by Eddie Kuo | May 14, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry
Have you noticed that your teeth appear transparent or translucent, especially around the edges? While this may seem troublesome at first, this is, unfortunately, a common condition. Multiple layers make up your teeth and contribute to your tooth coloration. The outer...
by Eddie Kuo | Apr 20, 2021 | General Dentistry
A trip to the dentist is not at the top of anyone’s list of things to do, but it is far more than a simple inconvenience and more about fear for many people. In fact, it is estimated that over 75 percent of all adults have some sort of dental anxiety or fear....
by Eddie Kuo | Apr 4, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry
We all want to have that dazzling, ultra-white smile with teeth in neat rows and healthy pink gums. But often, your gums might stand in your way to achieve that smile. Usually, people choose gum lasering to correct their uneven gum line in front of their teeth....
by Eddie Kuo | Mar 31, 2021 | Dental Implants, Oral Surgery
Did your dental implant fell out? Is your artificial tooth moving when you touch it? Although rare, dental implants may sometimes become loose. But what if the dental implant fell out? What should you do? Why do implants fall? Implants may become loose or fall...
by Eddie Kuo | Mar 30, 2021 | General Dentistry, Root Canal
If you are in two minds about getting an RCT done, here’s a little factoid for your peace of mind — 25 million root canal procedures are performed every year in the USA, the daily figure being over 41,000. Suppose the soft tissue containing blood vessels and...
by Eddie Kuo | Mar 29, 2021 | General Dentistry, Root Canal
If you are suffering from dental pain or dental trauma, it can be difficult to know what treatment you need. In some cases, improving your dental hygiene is often enough to reverse dental concerns and improve your dental health. However, if left untreated, tooth...
by Eddie Kuo | Mar 26, 2021 | Cosmetic Dentistry
Do you find yourself hiding your smile because you’re unhappy with how your teeth look? Do you dream of the perfect Hollywood smile? The good news is two common cosmetic dentistry procedures can help you achieve that goal. Dental bonding or dental veneers give you the...
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