Svoma Design in Dentistry

Oral cancer refers to all cancers of the oral cavity, which includes lips, tongue, teeth, gums (gingiva), the lining inside the lips and cheeks, the floor of the mouth, the roof of the mouth (palate), and the area behind where your wisdom teeth sit. Oral cancer starts in the cells of the mouth.  Normally, these […]

Dental anxiety is very common.  If anxiety prevents you from seeking dental treatment and care, there are ways to manage! The term dental anxiety describes the fear or stress in a dental setting.  Being scared to visit the dentist can delay or worse, avoid vital dental treatment.  If dental anxiety is severe and results in

All About Dental Implants Dental implants represent the state of the art, standard of care in tooth replacement therapy.  It makes it possible to replace missing teeth and enhance your quality of life! Dental Implants are Replacement Tooth Roots Dental implants replace natural tooth roots in areas of the mouth where teeth are missing.  Implants

Dental anxiety is a prohibitive factor in people going to see the dentist.  Sedation dentistry is here to HELP!  Sedation is beneficial for those who experience dental anxiety (and SO many people do!) and those with lengthy procedures.  What is Sedation Dentistry? Sedation dentistry is designed to help you feel calm, at ease and relaxed

Caring for your mouth and dental care can be compared to maintaining a “new car.” Doc has ALWAYS wanted a sports car that can really fly.  He is brilliant at keeping it vacuumed, waxed, washed and pristine.  I know that if he had it, he would park it on the other side of the grocery

What makes a dentist an artist? Art is the quality, production, expression, or realm, according to aesthetic principles, of what is beautiful, appealing, or of more than ordinary significance. Dentists take care of the aesthetics of your smile.  The demands of cosmetic dentistry require an artist’s touch for optimal appearance of a patient’s smile.  The

This three-part blog series explores dentures, denture care, and preventing denture discomfort What are Dentures? A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Two types of dentures are available — complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain.  At Svoma Design

Think you know everything about brushing and flossing techniques? Some things may surprise you… Oral health starts with clean teeth. Keeping the area where your teeth meet your gums clean can prevent gum disease and prevent cavities! Brushing Basics Consider these brushing basics:1) Brush your teeth twice a day. Don’t rush! Your mouth is broken

Experiencing dental pain?  Oftentimes, people believe that the only option to address dental pain is an opioid, like Norco or Oxycontin.  Prescribing medication really is a last resort because of the attached side effects of these medications.  Side effects like drowsiness, respiratory problems, nausea, vomiting, and constipation (among others) are NO fun for anyone! Research

Dentures…Are you thinking you might be a candidate?  Here are the signs that indicate you may need dentures and the treatment options available. Red and Swollen Gums Sensitive gums that are red and swollen are usually the first warning sign of something more serious – periodontal disease. Untreated periodontal disease causes bone loss that results