What is False About False Teeth?
There is a false belief that when someone gets false teeth or dentures, they are through going to the dentist or spending money on their mouth. False teeth are made of plastic and like anything else, plastic doesn’t last forever. Dentures break and crack over time. Additionally, after the…
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Sleep Apnea Treatment Snore Less….Sleep More
Do you have daytime sleepiness, impaired concentration, morning headaches or snoring? Sleep Apnea is a potentially serious disorder that is characterized by pauses in breathing for ten seconds or more during sleep. If you can’t tolerate CPAP treatment for your Sleep Apnea, a reliable alternative, recommended by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends Oral Appliance […]
Preventive Care for Dental Implants
Make your Implants Last! Crowns, bridges, attachments and dentures supported by Dental Implants can come under attack by the same bacteria that tries to burrow under the gums. Infection with this bacteria can lead to loss of the implant. Implant health is directly dependent on the health of the tissue surrounding the implant which is […]
BLEEDING GUMS?
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T TREAT BLEEDING GUMS? Your mouth is the window to your body. Research says that periodontal disease, bleeding gums, is linked to conditions like heart disease, diabetes, stroke and premature birth. If you don’t treat periodontal disease, not only will you slowly lose all of your teeth, bu it may affect […]
All-On-Four Dental Implants
Are your teeth falling out — have they already fallen out? Dr. Ritt Kuhn can help with a procedure called All-On-Four which includes 4 dental implants and a secure over denture. With this procedure you will have teeth in a day that function like “real” teeth and look wonderful. You will have more confidence and […]
Gum Disease
Did you know that gum disease affects oral tissues and is caused by bacteria that live on the tooth root under the gums? If left untreated, this bacteria cause chronic infection of the gums and eventually bone loss. To help patients recognize common signs of gum disease, Kuhn Dental Associates has created this easy gum […]
Stop Gum Disease With Perio Protect®
RECENT STUDIES SHOW nearly half of all adults have some degree of gum disease. Although some periodontal treatments can be invasive or ineffective, The Perio Tray® by Perio Protect® is a simple treatment that reaches where your toothbrush, floss and mouth rinse can’t. Perio Protect Treats Gum Disease Between Visits Perio Protect is a […]
SLEEP APNEA OVERVIEW
Sleep apnea occurs when your breathing is disrupted during sleep. Men, overweight people, and people over 40 are at greater risk for sleep apnea. Untreated sleep apnea can cause hypertension, stroke, or heart failure. Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that occurs when a person’s breathing is interrupted during sleep. People with untreated sleep […]
Sedation Dentistry: Can You Really Relax?
Does the thought of having your teeth cleaned make your entire body tense with fear? Would you rather endure the agony of a toothache than step foot in a dentist’s office? You’re not alone. A lot of people are so phobic about going to the dentist that they prefer not to have any treatment. Sedation Dentistry is the […]
One Day Porcelain Crowns
Did you know Kuhn Dental offers One Day Crowns? With the Cerec digital system there are no more messy impressions and you do not have to wear a temporary crown while you wait three weeks for your permanent crown to be made in a dental laboratory. This saves you the time, money and hassle associated […]