15 Unique Pet Names for Dental Fanatics
It’s always exciting to welcome a new animal into your home, but naming your new pet can be like pulling teeth! You want to make sure you capture the animal’s personality, while also expressing your own passions. Fortunately for all you dental fanatics out there, we’ve compiled a list of the cutest dentistry-related names for […]Growing Nation, Shrinking Jaw
How George Washington’s dental problems affected his presidential portraits Written by Allison Russell, Feature Image Source The first president of the United States is known for many heroic feats. He crossed the Delaware, won the war, and retired from office after two terms, setting a precedent for the transfer of power that would endure to […]Les Miserables and the History of Dentures
In the acclaimed musical and novel Les Miserables, an unmarried woman named Fantine struggles to support her daughter in 19th century France. Fantine resorts to selling her possessions, her hair, her teeth, and eventually herself in order to send more and more money to the family caring for Cosette. Before she sings her famous and […]The Tooth Fairy Doesn't Want Them, So Why Should You?
Why you should have your wisdom teeth extracted (even though the tooth fairy won’t pay you for them) Written by Allison Russell, Feature Image Source All twenty of our baby teeth grow in by the time we’re three years old, and they start falling out only a few years later. That’s twenty opportunities to leave […]Dental Costumes for Halloween
Halloween is less than a week away, and who has yet to pick out their costume?! I'm sure we have still a few last minutes shoppers out there, but there's no need to worry. Dr. Krakora's office compiled a list of our favorite dental costumes (thank you Pinterest). We know you love your teeth so […][Video] Testimonial on Third Molars
Dr. Krakora removed Megan’s third molars (wisdom teeth) a few weeks ago, and to her surprise, the procedure was much easier than she expected. She was back to her normal routine in no time and was happy to undergo the surgery before any future problems arose. For a few weeks prior to surgery, Megan experienced […]Thanksgiving Tips for Healthy Teeth
With Thanksgiving being less than a day away (precisely 8 hrs 15 minutes and 35 seconds, not that I’m counting down or anything...), the majority of us are already in the process of preparing our holiday feasts, day dreaming of the delicious food, desserts, and appetizers, and inevitably coming to terms with the negative toll all […]7 Reasons Why Dental Implants Are The Gold Standard Of Tooth Replacement
Based on the National Center for Health Statistics, 70% of the United States population is missing at least one tooth. Unfortunately, there are numerous emotional and physical consequences due to missing teeth. Many people who have lost one or multiple teeth tend to avoid social settings or feel embarrassed and self-conscious about their smile. Their […]Top 10 Reasons to Remove Your Wisdom Teeth
Whether you're a teenager or young adult, you have most likely been faced with the decision of whether or not you need your wisdom teeth (or third molars) removed. You may have pondered various questions like, my wisdom teeth are not bothering me now so why should I remove them? They aren't impacted, so what's the problem? […]Joa's Wise Words on Wisdom Teeth Removal
Although wisdom teeth removal is a very common procedure, it's completely normal to be nervous. However, some people become so nervous they put off the procedure for years and are left with irritating pain and various problems that could've been avoided by having the surgery in the first place. Don't be the person enduring wisdom […] 