2019: The Year of Your Best Oral Health

As the holiday season draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on the previous year and look ahead to the next. What promises of renewal or change will you make in 2019? As some shift their focus to personal wellness, fitness, or relationships with family and friends, others are choosing to tackle dental check-ups […]

Denture Dilemmas: Common Problems and Solutions

Whether or not you’re new to dentures, issues can arise at any time. The good news is that you’re not alone. When encountering a problem, the chances are that someone else has experienced the same thing and found an effective solution. It’s important to air your concerns about your dentures, for a delay in care […]

How Holiday Eating Habits Can Affect Your Dentures

As the holiday season approaches, eating habits tend to change dramatically. Treats and traditional fare are served by and enjoyed with the ones we love most. For someone using dentures, difficulties may arise when consuming certain foods and beverages due to minimal exposure in previous months. Before gathering around the table, here are a few […]

What to Expect During an Initial Denture Consultation

What to Expect During an Initial Denture ConsultationThere are multiple reasons why someone might need dentures – age, speech problems, sports injuries and more. The most common reason for dentures is periodontal disease (also called gingivitis). In this case, the bone loss to the jaw is extensive enough that our teeth cannot be saved and […]

Dentures and Diabetes

If you have diabetes and are considering having dentures made, there are some factors that you need to consider. Diabetics are more prone to gum disease and tooth loss for a multitude of reasons. First, individuals with diabetes have decreased levels of collagen in the body. Collagen is a protein responsible for repairing gums, skin, […]

Getting to the Root of the Problem

How to Properly Take Care of Your Dentures Over the last 30-years, dentures have drastically changed, and what once used to only be a last resort has transformed into a viable option for many. With modern dental treatments becoming better and better as the years go on, dentures have become practically unnoticeable to everyone but […]

Learning to Speak with Dentures

When patients start wearing dentures, they are sometimes surprised to find that speaking isn’t quite as easy with a dental appliance in their mouth. Whether wearing removable or having permanent dentures, talking can seem awkward. You may find yourself lacking in confidence when speaking with others. The good news is that with practice and proactive […]

Dentures for Dogs!?

Can you imagine Fido with a pair of dentures? It’s not that outlandish and doggie dentures have been around longer than you might think! The first reported denture-wearing dog was in 1938. We don’t offer dog dentures at Dentures Par Excellence, but wanted to take this opportunity to share some information we’ve learned about pet […]

5 Tips For Keeping Your Enamel Strong

Enamel is the outer layer of your teeth that protects against decay. While some wearing is normal, acidic foods, sugary treats, and improper mouth care can quickly break down that protective barrier. These tips will help strengthen and maintain your enamel to keep your teeth healthy. Watch what you eat When you eat, the bacteria […]

The Pros and Cons of Electric Toothbrushes

How do you choose your toothbrush? With so many shapes, sizes, and styles of toothbrushes on the market, deciding which kind to buy can be a bit confusing. If you are considering the switch from a manual toothbrush to its electric counterpart, take a moment to brush up on their advantages and disadvantages. Advantages Cleaner […]