Robert J. Sanker, DDS Blog

There’s just something about bizarre medical stories that’s irresistible. Maybe it’s morbid curiosity, or maybe some people simply like being shocked and awed. Emergency rooms are low-hanging fruit when it comes to the strange and unusual, but there are plenty of wild dental emergency tales as well! Butter-up your popcorn, because these fantastical oral mishaps are worthy of the old horror show The Twilight Zone.

Have you ever had to address a dental emergency during summer vacation? If so, you know it can be a stressful hassle that you’d rather avoid. If not, you probably want to keep it that way!

While it’s impossible to fully control accident-related emergencies, you can mitigate risk for painful cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease. A little preventative care can go a long way. To help you keep your teeth happy and healthy during your summer vacation, we’ve put together a list of four hygiene tips. Keep reading for some dentist-recommended suggestions!

Your taxes are finally done, and you’re pleased to find out that you’re getting a refund this year. The question is, what should you do with the money? There are many possibilities that are worth considering, but one particularly smart option is using it to pay for any dental treatments, restorative or otherwise, that you might need. Below is a brief look at why you might want to invest your tax refund in a better smile.

If you’ve lost a tooth or two, or even an entire arch, bridges and dentures aren’t the only way to fill the gaps in your smile. 500,000 people per year are investing in dental implants to treat their tooth loss. A dental implant is the next best thing to a natural tooth. Here are 5 facts about dental implants you should know.

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When it comes to achieving that perfect smile, cosmetic dentistry has become a trendy choice for individuals all over. In fact, according to the American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry, the demand for cosmetic dental work has doubled within the last five years alone! That said, one burning question that many patients have is whether or not they can use their dental insurance to cover cosmetic dentistry. Keep reading to learn more about the role of dental insurance and why cosmetic treatment, which is often elective, usually isn’t covered.

Dentures are a comfortable way to beautifully restore one or both arches of teeth. They can serve as the best form of dental restoration for patients who have lost most of their teeth due to age, trauma, or gum disease. However, they do not last forever and will require replacement every seven to ten years even with good maintenance. Read on to learn about how to find signs that your dentures are ready to retire.

You may not put a whole lot of thought into the technology and equipment that your dentist utilizes; however, did you know that there’s quite a bit of variance and capabilities when it comes to advanced dental technology? That said, you should want to visit an office that houses the best and most advanced equipment around—one such example is the TRIOS Impression Scanner, which allows your provider to create detailed diagrams of the inside of your mouth. And better yet, these images can translate into high-quality and better-fitting dental restorations! Here’s more about how.

You may never expect it to happen to you, but dental emergencies are quite common. 1 in 6 Americans has a dental emergency every year. Accidents can happen with no warning, but trauma isn’t the only culprit of emergency dental problems. Believe it or not, many result from preventable issues, like untreated decay. Here are 5 ways you can safeguard your smile to lessen your risk of needing an emergency dentist.

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Smiling is something that a lot of us don’t put much thought into. We do it when we’re happy, when we want to communicate with others, and when we want to come off a certain way. Believe it or not, there are also several ways that smiling can positively impact your well-being. Continue reading to learn about four ways that smiling benefits your overall health.

It can be difficult to complete daily tasks when you’ve suffered from tooth loss. Things like chewing your food, speaking clearly, and smiling with confidence certainly become challenging. The good news is that there are numerous different tooth replacement options out there for patients with a wide array of needs. All-on-4 implants are a cost-effective, long-term solution for patients who are missing most of or all of their teeth. However, they do require a surgical procedure. Here’s what you can expect when it comes to your recovery process.