Meadowbrook Dental Care Blog

Denture Disaster: Is a Broken Denture a Dental Emergency?

September 23, 2024

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Older patient looking shocked after their denture broke

If your denture suddenly breaks, it can feel like a dental disaster! After all, dentures are like lifelines for patients who wear them, helping them with eating, speaking, and keeping a confident smile. But does a broken denture count as a dental emergency, or can it wait? Read on to see when a broken denture requires action and learn tips for coping until your prosthetic can be repaired.

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Giving Your Smile an Upgrade by Combining Dentures and Dental Implants

August 29, 2024

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Dentures being attached to two dental implants

Dentures provide a cost-effective way to replace multiple teeth at once. At the same time, though, they do come with certain disadvantages, such as shifting in your mouth when you’re trying to eat or speak. The good news is that in some cases, it’s possible to overcome such issues by having your prosthesis attached to sturdy implant posts. If you’re interested in combining dentures with dental implants, here’s what you need to know.

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5 Bad Habits to Avoid with Your Dentures

July 18, 2024

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Bad habits are hard to break, but unfortunately your dentures might not be. That’s why when you wear dentures, you should avoid these five harmful practices that could cause costly damage to your dentures!

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The Link Between Dentures and Taste

June 4, 2024

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person with dentures smiling

Dentures are effective, long-lasting dental appliances that are commonly used to replace missing pearly whites, restore chewing function, and maintain facial structure. While they offer patients a natural appearance and various benefits, such as improving oral function, dentures can also unexpectedly impact how you experience the taste of food and drinks. Keep reading to explore the relationship between dentures and your sense of taste.

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3 Things Your Dentist Says to Keep Away from Your Teeth

May 13, 2024

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Picture of bottle caps

If they’ve been in the field long enough, most dentists have seen just about every dental emergency that there is. They’re acutely aware of what can damage the teeth and just how serious these issues can get, which is why there are some things that your dentist will never let anywhere near their teeth.

Here are a few examples of things that everyone should avoid eating, tasting, or putting in their mouth if they want to avoid a serious dental emergency.

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Some Serious Pain: Is Your Toothache a Dental Emergency?

April 18, 2024

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A woman suffering a severe toothache

It’s pretty normal to have tooth pain once in a while. This discomfort is often harmless and usually not a cause for concern. Even so, you should still consider a crucial question: Is your toothache a dental emergency? Your pain could be urgent and threaten your oral health. Luckily, your Mineola dentist is here to address the matter. Here’s why toothaches are sometimes dental emergencies, what may happen if they go untreated, and how urgent dental care could help.

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How Teeth Whitening Can Help You Land a Job

March 6, 2024

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person smiling at job interview after teeth whitening

Did you know that a notable 71% of adults currently in or getting ready to enter the workforce are actively looking for job opportunities? In this competitive environment, you might be wondering how to stand out. Teeth whitening could be the answer! Discover the scientific reasons why teeth whitening could enhance your chances of landing your dream job and find out which professions could benefit the most from it.

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4 Ways to Prevent a Dental Emergency This Valentine’s Day!

February 8, 2024

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Happy Valentine’s Day

Whether you are spending a romantic evening with your significant other or having a fun night out with your friends, you don’t want your Valentine’s Day celebrations to come to a screeching halt due to a dental emergency. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to keep your smile safe on this special day. Continue reading to learn some tips and healthy habits to implement for the sake of your smile!

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Beneficial Botulism: How Long Does BOTOX Last?

January 8, 2024

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Woman with brown hair getting BOTOX injection

Did you know your dentist is trained to administer BOTOX to reduce the appearance of aging? They use it for various treatments like to relax a locked jaw, for example, but are also qualified to apply it cosmetically. Many patients hesitate to move forward with the procedure, though, because they worry it won’t last long enough to be worthwhile. Keep reading to learn more about how long the results last after your dentist applies BOTOX.

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Sugar Substitutes: Can They Cause Cavities?

December 14, 2023

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a person putting sugar substitute in their drink

You know the dangers of consuming too much sugar. It is not only harmful to your gut health but also to your teeth. Candies, cookies, and countless other foods contain processed sugar that can put your smile on the fast track to cavities and severe decay, but what about sugar substitutes? Are they just as harmful? Keep reading to find out.

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