Created on December 30, 2017
There is something exciting about ringing in a new year. It is at this time when a lot of folks naturally look to the coming months with a sense of anticipation and motivation. We become aware of the things in life we may want to work on. For many people, this means giving some attention […]
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Created on December 15, 2017
Over time, the consequences of tooth loss have diminished significantly. In our grandparents’ time, it may not have been uncommon for people to go through their adult lives without a full set of teeth. Older adults may not have had any natural teeth left. More recently, total tooth loss has been “corrected” with dentures. Correction […]
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Created on November 30, 2017
Cosmetic dentistry, like BOTOX and other treatments aimed at facial rejuvenation, can be an excellent service for adults of all ages. In recent years, we have seen an increase in interest in all types of cosmetic services for Gen X’ers and even Millennials. These younger generations span from their twenties to the mid-life years. Many […]
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Created on November 15, 2017
Most adults are aware of the fact that they should be flossing their teeth every day. This recommendation has been handed down by dentists for many years since many of us were children. So why is it that flossing seems to be the easiest thing to miss when it comes to taking care of our […]
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Created on October 30, 2017
We love serving the patients who visit our Springfield office and continually foster trusting relationships by providing friendly service that revolves around the individual. Our years in dental practice, preceded by years of training, have taught us the skills we need to treat a wide variety of dental conditions. But this is not what makes […]
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Created on October 15, 2017
Dental crowns are some of the most longstanding dental restorations we know in modern dentistry. Initially, like dental fillings, these fixtures were made from high-quality metal. Gold crowns, when they were the norm, were the gold-standard. Even today, gold crowns are recommended because they tend to outlast any other type of crown, and that is […]
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Created on September 15, 2017
A large part of what we do in our office is protect teeth and gums from unforeseen dangers. Routine cleanings and exams are performed to spot early indicators of damage that could ultimately lead to discomfort and injury to a tooth or teeth. In addition to this routine care, it is advantageous for our patients […]
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Created on August 30, 2017
Tooth loss is a problem that may now be addressed in a variety of ways. This is fortunate because every situation is unique. We often hear about the advantages of dental implant treatment for tooth replacement, but there are some patients for whom a fixed bridge makes the most sense. A dental bridge is an […]
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Created on August 30, 2017
Oral care may be a sensitive subject for some folks. We all like to think that we are doing a good job at taking care of our teeth and gums. Advice or feedback, even from a dentist, may cause a bit of stress. We approach prevention with compassion and good intentions. Our training and experience […]
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Created on July 30, 2017
Throughout history, the way that dental problems have been approached has changed on a consistent basis. We are fortunate to have so many technologies and techniques at our disposal today, all of which revolve around making dental care more precise and more comfortable. If you visit Taylor Street Dental in Springfield for cosmetic or restorative […]
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