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Ilustration of a dental implant crown being placed in three stages

Over the Border for Dental Implants

I had a dentist tell me something which I’m not sure about. It’s one of those gut feelings that something is wrong. I asked my dentist about dental implants and he said he won’t give me any until I get my gum disease completely dealt with. I was a tad annoyed and thought it wasn’t fair of him to withhold teeth until I did another demanding group of treatments with […]

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Woman smiling in the dental chair with her dentist behind her

Dentist Insulted My Bulimic Daughter

I need some advice. I’ve been with the same dentist for years. He’s always been a great family dentist. However, recently, my daughter has been suffering from bulimia. We’re aware of the situation and working with her, but the dentist noticed the damage and was a bit rude. He said, “You think purging will make you pretty, but how pretty will you be when all your teeth are destroyed?” While […]

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Implant Overdentures

Husband Refuses to Wear His Dentures

I’m at my wits end with my husband. First, he went for a few years with no bottom teeth. I finally talked him into getting dentures and now he won’t wear them. When he does, he takes them out when we eat. It’s disgusting enough at home, but when we’re out, he just sets them on the table for all and sundry to see. When I ask him why he […]

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before and after mercury-free fillings

Allergic to Fillings

I had my first filling a few months ago. My insurance only covered silver fillings so I went ahead and got those. Ever since, I haven’t felt right and my tongue has been itchy. I think I’m allergic to the filling. Have you heard of this? My dentist doesn’t think that’s the problem. Catie Dear Catie, If you’ve eliminated other possibilities then it could very well be your fillings. Some […]

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