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• March 23, 2013

  Botox party vs doctor or dentist administered

  I am only 37 yrs old but I have deep wrinkles in my forehead and around my mouth when I smile. When I see pictures of myself, I think I look at least 42 yrs old. I was invited to a Botox party, which I declined because I wasn’t sure I wanted to do it…

• January 25, 2013

  How can I tell if I have gum disease?

  How can I tell if I have gum disease? My gums are bleeding. Thanks. Thomas Thomas – The best way to tell if you have gum disease is to see your dentist. Your dentist will examine your teeth and gums to make the determination. Symptoms of gum disease Gums that bleed when you floss or…

• December 14, 2012

  How can I get rid of facial wrinkles without Botox?

  I am 44 years old, but I look more like 52. I know I look older because I asked a few random people at work how old they think I am. All of them gave an age over 50. Part of the reason for looking older are the deep creases in my face. I got…

• November 26, 2012

  Best way to fix two loosened teeth

  I was involved in a domestic dispute over the weekend, the day after THanksgiving, and a blow to my mouth caused my front two teeth to loosen. I don’t want to be taken advantage of with dental work that I don’t need. I will be making an appointment this week, but will you please tell…

• February 13, 2012

  TMJ issues and bad crowns

  Hi. About eight years ago, I had crowns placed on all of my teeth because I grind them terribly. Well, now I’ve worn down the crowns. My jaw hurts and clicks and it’s crooked. The ugly crowns have messed up my gums. I’m not sure that I gained anything with them. – Vickie, Kenner, LA…

• October 18, 2011

  Should I get my teeth bleached before I get a porcelain crown?

  I’ve been planning to have my teeth bleached this fall, but I had an accident that broke more than half of one of my front teeth. Now I need a porcelain crown. Does it matter which I have done first—the crown or the teeth bleaching? – Donna P. from River Ridge Donna – Yes, it…