Great Impression Dental Blog

Any time is a good time to talk about children’s dental health. After all, we love to see the bright, infectious, and healthy smiles of little ones. But February is an especially appropriate time to discuss caring for those young teeth because it is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Let’s take a moment to focus on this annual observance and the ways in which you and your dentist in Boonville can support it.

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Many parents wonder why it’s so important to care for their child’s baby teeth when everyone knows that they are only there for a short period of time. Just because baby teeth are temporary, doesn’t mean that they don’t play a permanent role in how your child’s smile develops. In  fact, your dentist in Boonville is here to explain the many benefits that come with caring for little teeth.

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Here’s an important question posed to you. If you had a choice, would you prefer to finish first or last in a competition? Of course, you’d prefer to finish first. Nobody wakes up in the morning with the goal of losing, but unfortunately, by making certain choices a loss sometimes is the only logical outcome. When it comes to your oral health the same rules apply. However, your dentist in Boonville says that making the right decisions early will ensure that you’re on the winning side of the coin.

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Many people think of oral health and overall health in separate terms. It’s how our healthcare system is set up, that dentistry is its own thing apart from medical care — but in reality, your teeth and gums can greatly impact or be impacted by what is going on in the rest of your body. Caring for one promotes the health of the other.

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When a bad weed sprouts in a garden, it’s always better to pull it rather than letting it multiply and suffocate the rest of your beautiful, healthy garden. The same thought process can be applied to your smile. When a tooth’s health begins to decline or suffers severe trauma, sometimes the best move for your whole smile’s health is to pull the individual tooth. Your Boonville only recommends a tooth extraction when absolutely necessary. Even when one is highly recommended from your dental office, we have the resources and expertise you need to even have a positive experience during your tooth extraction.

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What’s the “worst” procedure that pops into your head when someone mentions dentistry? Probably root canals.  But you should know there’s no reason to cringe at the thought of a root canal. Dr. Joseph T. Kelly of Great Impression Dental makes every appointment and procedure a positive dental experience. We leave a great impression if you will. When patients need root canals in Boonville, we create a practically painless visit.

The only reason Dr. Kelly would recommend a root canal is to save your natural teeth. We know every mouth is different, so we will work with you to do just that. Let’s explore what getting a root canal really means, signs that you need it, and the process of getting one to give you a better understanding.

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If you’ve lately found yourself wondering “Where can I find a trusted dentist near me,” it’s because comfortable, personalized dentistry isn’t always easy to locate — unless you schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph T. Kelly and the team at Great Impression Dental! There’s never been a better time to check us out. Right now, we are happy to be welcoming new patients just like you and your family!

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