When faced with the inability to eat the foods you love, speak clearly, and smile confidently, you might feel more dread than excitement when it comes to celebrating the holidays. Tooth loss can make these special times even more difficult, especially if you feel too embarrassed to be around others. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way any longer thanks to dental implants. If you’re wondering what makes these prosthetics so special, read on to discover why you no longer need to miss out on holidays spent with family and friends.

Sedation dentistry is a wonderful provision for patients who would otherwise find it difficult to get through their oral health procedures. There are a number of different types of sedation, the mildest of which is nitrous oxide. It is popular because it is both effective and comes with very few risks. But is it right for you? This blog post explains who is and who is not a good candidate for nitrous oxide sedation.