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Regular checkups at the dentist’s office are important to your health because they ensure that your smile is not sustaining any damage from gum disease, tooth decay, and other common oral health problems. These exams are also important for your whole-body health, because they include...

Cavities are often thought of as a problem that only affects children, but adults are vulnerable to cavities as well. Even with a complete oral care routine, you may be at risk for cavities that could cause pain in your smile. As you will learn in...

Your dentist is an excellent resource for your oral health, but he can also help you discover cosmetic procedures that will give you the sparking and beautiful smile you deserve. There is a wide range of cosmetic dentistry procedures available, and many of them can...

If you experience anxiety or discomfort that keeps you from getting the dental care you need, it may be time to talk to your dentist about sedation dentistry. There are several levels of sedation that are appropriate for various procedures and patient preferences, so sedation...

If you want to learn more about sedation dentistry, dental implants, or ways to keep your teeth healthy between dental appointments, check out the recommended articles below. For a consultation to explore the treatments that might enhance your smile, book a visit to Dr. John...

Dental care is constantly evolving to make restorations and cosmetic procedures easier for patients to fit into their busy schedules. CEREC technology is one of the most significant advancements in modern dentistry, because it provides same-day restorations for a wide range of cases. You can get...

If you have had one or more teeth extracted due to injury, decay, or severe gum disease, dental implants may be on your list of treatments to consider for restoring your smile. There are several important benefits that make dental implants worth the investment. Permanent tooth...

  Root canals are not as complex or painful as the procedure’s reputation would indicate, but they do require some temporary changes to your home dental care to ensure complete healing. Immediately following a root canal you may have some minor pain and swelling, which you...

    When your dentist is invested in the latest equipment and technology for restorative, cosmetic, and preventive care, you can get the smile you want without the hassle of long visits to the dentist’s office and outdated treatments. At the office of Dr. John Carson, DDS,...

  Stress is a fact of life that everyone must deal with, and it can affect your oral health if you do not manage it. As this video explains, bruxism is a common problem that arises when stress becomes an issue. Over time, bruxism or tooth...