What makes a smile beautiful? When patients are asked this question, their first response is often “bright, white, and clean teeth.” While our teeth are designed to last a lifetime, they can change in their appearance over time. Not only can yellowing and discoloration be caused by aging, but it can also result from eating […]
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Patients are advised to see their dentist every six months for an evaluation and a dental cleaning. But why? Why are these recall appointments so important? Dr. Steven E. Holbrook of Albuquerque, NM explains to patients why these routine visits are essential for maintaining oral health and wellness. The importance of dental cleanings While most
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Choosing a tooth replacement option that works for your smile and your lifestyle may be difficult for some patients if they are new to the area of restorative dentistry. While we have more ways than ever to help avoid completely tooth loss, it can still occur to some of our patients. With complete loss of
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When patients experience tooth pain and sensitivity, it is commonly thought that a cavity is the reason for this discomfort in some situations, this may be the case, but there are other times that the cause of tooth pain may surprise a patient. Below are just a few of the common causes of tooth pain
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Even when patients practice good oral health habits, they may have an issue with problems such as bad breath. Also known as halitosis, bad breath can occur for a variety of reasons. Not only can it be a sign of poor oral health habits, it can be caused by: Poor care of dentures and braces
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When we think of a crown, we might immediately think of the sign of royalty, including kings, queens, princes, and princesses. However, crowns are also a term used in dentistry. Dental crowns are restorations that can cap a single tooth to offer it strength and protection. These restorations are made with materials such as ceramic
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Periodontal disease. Gum disease. Infection. Regardless of the name, this condition is known for wreaking havoc on the smile. Periodontal disease is an infection that often begins in the gum tissues and then spreads, causing damage to the soft tissues, jaw bone, and the natural teeth. This infection is 100% preventable with proper oral healthcare
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When patients think of cavities, they are often familiar with the treatment option: fillings. Fillings are a common and routine dental treatment that is performed by Dr. Steven Holbrook of Albuquerque, NM. In his practice, we uses fillings when patients have areas of decay that need to be treated. Cavities are treated with fillings to
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While dental implants are often the go-to solution to tooth loss for many of our patients, it is vital that patients also understand the long-term challenges that a dental implant patient may face. Dental implants are titanium posts a dentist may place into the bone of the jaw to act as a tooth root replacement.
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A partial denture is a reliable way of replacing one or more teeth within the smile. It is also an economical solution for many of our patients in the Albuquerque, NM area. Dr. Steven Holbrook has over three decades of experience in providing comprehensive dental care, and encourages patients who are faced with tooth loss
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