Each year, millions of people have their wisdom teeth extracted. Further, nearly 85 percent of people will need their wisdom teeth removed in their lifetime. But why? Well, we simply don’t need our wisdom teeth, and even if they aren’t causing discomfort, they do [...]
With gum disease, or periodontal disease, one of the leading causes of tooth loss, it’s important that we all understand how it progresses. It’s also crucial to understand the stages of periodontal disease due to the fact that tooth loss can typically be avoided [...]
After getting braces, your orthodontist gives you various aftercare instructions, including how to brush with braces. It is crucial that you follow all aftercare instructions regarding your oral hygiene after getting braces in order to make sure that the teeth-straightening treatment is successful. That [...]
Nitrous oxide, also commonly referred to as laughing gas, is a common practice in sedation dentistry. Like other methods used, nitrous oxide reduces dental anxiety in patients undergoing dental procedures. Still, you might be wondering exactly what nitrous oxide is and how it works. [...]
Did you know that over 65 percent of Americans have visited the dentist at least once in the last year? So, it’s clear that those in the United States are very orally conscious and prioritize oral health. Taking care of your oral health can [...]
Because tooth pain can result from so many different causes, it can often be challenging to determine why you’re in pain without the assistance of a dentist. Often, our patients cannot identify between a toothache and the side effects of sinus pressure. Therefore, if [...]
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. For this reason, one should take time to go for an oral screening. But before you book an appointment with one of Advanced Indiana’s dental offices, let’s give you more information. Oral cancer includes cancers of the lips, tongue, [...]
Did you know that April is Oral Cancer Awareness month? It's true! And it's a great time for a public awareness reminder to go for an oral cancer screening and to know this is so important. According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, roughly one person [...]
It’s normal to want to know what to expect from a dental procedure. If you have met with your dentist and they have determined that your tooth can be saved although it is severely damaged, a root canal has likely been recommended. Our dentists [...]
In the dental field, terms such as “basic” or “major” are used to describe different types of dental procedures. Unfortunately, we often find that our patients are confused about what is classified as a “basic” dental procedure and what is classified as “major,” especially [...]
