Gillis Dental Blog

Dentures offer a reliable form of tooth replacement that can allow you to eat many of your favorite foods. However, getting used to dining with your new prosthetic can take some time and practice. You might even run into unexpected challenges. How can you get used to eating with dentures? Here are some tips that might make the process a bit easier:

Each year, millions of people get new dentures. This form of tooth replacement is so common that it is almost taken for granted! However, while comfortable and beautiful dentures are a relatively new innovation, their history actually stretches back thousands of years. Would you like to learn more about their evolution? This blog post lets you take a step back in time.

Full mouth reconstruction is an exciting undertaking! However, this comprehensive approach to treatment often involves procedures that come with a recovery period. Understandably, you might have questions about what to expect from the healing process. This blog post provides information and tips to help you have a realistic outlook on the road ahead.

Teeth whitening is one of the simplest and most affordable ways to enhance your smile. Plus, there are lots of OTC products that claim to be effective at getting rid of dental stains. But before you purchase one of those products and start your teeth whitening journey, you should talk to your dentist! Why? Continue reading below to discover five important reasons.

If you are tired of noticing yellow or dull-looking teeth when you smile at yourself in the mirror or see yourself in photos, you may be thinking about using a teeth whitening kit to brighten up your smile. You could head to the nearest big box store and pick up a whitening kit, or you could make an appointment with your dentist to request a professional-grade product instead. Does it really matter which option you choose? This blog post explains what you should know.

Teeth whitening treatment is an effective and fast way to get rid of pesky dental stains and achieve a new level of confidence. However, it does not produce permanent results. In order to minimize the frequency of your whitening treatments, you need to take good care of your teeth. One aspect of that involves choosing the right foods. How can you eat in a way that helps your smile stay bright and beautiful? This blog post offers practical guidance.

Gum disease, an infection also known as periodontal disease, is one of the most common oral health conditions. As it progresses, it can cause gum recession. Not only can this affect the appearance of your smile by making your teeth look unnaturally long, but it can also expose sensitive tooth roots and cause significant discomfort. It might even lead to tooth loss! If you have experienced a degree of gum recession, is there any hope that the lost tissue will ever grow back? This blog post explains some important facts.

In conversations about oral health, the words “gingivitis” and “periodontitis” get brought up a lot. You may know that they are both related to the gums, but what exactly do they mean? What is the difference between them? They are both forms of gum disease, which is also known as periodontal disease. This blog post goes into detail about each of these conditions.

Around 50% of U.S. adults have some form of gum disease. Despite how common it is, though, it is not well-understood. In fact, there are several popular myths about this condition that need to be debunked! In this blog post, you will learn the truth behind some common misconceptions.

With orthodontic braces, the goal is to permanently reposition the teeth in a way that allows for a healthy bite and pleasing aesthetics. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. Even after successful orthodontic treatment, the teeth can shift out of place. Why does that happen, and can you get braces a second time to get your smile back where it belongs? This blog post explains some key points that you should keep in mind.