Arista Dental Clinic Blog
The Science Behind Teeth Whitening
November 5, 2020
In a world filled with whitening toothpastes and drugstore whitening kits, it’s important to know that the most effective teeth whitening treatment still comes from your dentist.
The Purpose of a Dental Post
October 29, 2020
Just like a post you place when building a fence, a dental post is intended to keep something stable and in place—in this case, a tooth.
The Facts and Mysteries of Bruxism
October 21, 2020
Bruxism is what dentists call teeth clenching and teeth grinding. The symptoms of bruxism are fairly easy to spot, as are the complications that can result from it.
The Link Between Gum Disease and Heart Disease
October 13, 2020
Recent studies have revealed that there is a strong correlation between gum disease and cardiovascular disease. Gum disease, which is referred to by dentists as periodontitis
Dental Bridges Abridged
October 5, 2020
There are many ways to replace missing teeth and restore your smile, and bridges are a good permanent solution. They can replace one or more missing teeth, including molars, and cannot be removed, unlike dentures.
Choosing Among the Different Types of Dental Practices
September 28, 2020
Most patients, especially those in suburban areas near cities, have two choices for the types of dental practices they can go to. There are classic privately-owned practices, which are small businesses where the supervising dentist is also the owner.
The Causes of Wisdom Tooth Pain
September 21, 2020
Generally speaking, there are two types of wisdom tooth pain: the kind that indicates a problem and the kind that’s just part of growing up.
What to Do If Your Tooth Gets Knocked Out
September 14, 2020
While we all experienced losing teeth as a right of passage through childhood, losing a tooth as an adult is no fun at all, especially when it's the result of an accident.
Know Your Dental Specialties: Orthodontist
September 6, 2020
Simply put, an orthodontist is a type of dentist. However, many people don't know this because general dentistry and orthodontics are treated as two very separate kinds of dental care.
What Do Denture Wearers and Astronauts Have in Common?
August 30, 2020
The answer: Bone loss. A common legend says that an astronaut who returned to Earth after an extended stay on a space station had bones so weak that he broke his arm lifting a tea cup.