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Archives for January 2016

How do I keep dentures from flapping?

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I have a problem with my dentures. They keep flapping. The denture adhesive doesn’t work. Do you have any recommendations?

Jeff B. – Ft. Worth, TX

Jeff,

Dentures are naturally problematic, especially the bottom arch which just rests on your jawbone. Dental implants are a much better option, but I realize that not everyone can afford them. There are affordable dental implants.

These are “mini implants” that will enable you to anchor your dentures. You’ll find that it increases your chewing capacity. Plus, you’ll never have to worry about them slipping any more. They’ll stay secure in your mouth.

I hope this ehlps your situation.

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Another victim of the new Star Wars movie

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Ever since the new Star Wars movie, it’s been all lightsabers, all the time. My sons are having light saber fights almost 24/7. I was rounding the kitchen when a lightsaber struck me directly in the mouth. One of my front teeth are a little loose. Do I need to see an emergency dentist?

Elaine F. – Birmingham, AL

Elaine,

I guess that’s better than a blaster, unless a storm trooper was behind the gun, because they rarely hit their targets anyway.  You’ll want to go in to have a dentist look at the tooth fairly soon. It’s likely just the ligament was stretched, but you want to make sure there’s not too much trauma.

They can stabilize the tooth while it heals. Most dentists make room in their schedule for last minute emergency appointments for cases like yours.

If your dentist doesn’t accomodate you and you’re concerned, there are dentists who will take non-established patients the same day in the case of emergeny.

This blog is brought to you by Baton Rouge Dentist Dr. Ryan Perry.

A dentist for chickens–not the animal?

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Is there a dentist for people who are afraid of the dentist?

Margie H. – Little Rock, AR

Margie,

You’re not alone in your fear of the dentist. A large number of Americans have some form of dental anxiety.

There are dentists who work with fearful patients. Most of them do some form of sedation dentistry, which will give you a pain free experience.

Don’t just look for a dentist who does sedation, though. You want to be sure that they enjoy working with fearful patients. They’re more compassionate. Which means you’ll not only have a pain free experience, but also a judgment and lecture free appointment.

This blog is brought to you by Baton Rouge Dentist Dr. Ryan Perry.