There’s no easy way to go through life missing teeth. In fact, depression and anxiety related to tooth loss are being researched and explored. Anecdotally, Johnstown Dental Care hears stories from patients every day who are embarrassed or frustrated by lost teeth. Missing teeth make it difficult to chew foods, speak normally, and be confident […]
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Today’s dental implants boast a long-term success rate of nearly 97%. Because implants support surrounding teeth, encourage new tissue growth and continued bone formation, and give patients back full chewing ability and a complete smile, they have become the industry standard for tooth replacement. Today, your Johnstown dentist, Drs. Brian Walsh and Mary Kalec from Johnstown Dental […]
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Orthodontics Aren’t Just Kid Stuff The use of orthodontic appliances to improve smiles isn’t just for kids and teens anymore. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, about one million Americans and Canadians over the age of 18 wear braces or aligners, and the use of adult orthodontics rose 24 percent between 1989 and 2008. […]
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Electric toothbrushes have been on the market for years now, and whether you’re a devout user or a critical skeptic, you may still be wondering: do they really work better, or have we all been duped? Johnstown Dental Care is here to break down some of the myths and separate fact from fiction to give […]
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Parents face many decisions, even before their baby makes an appearance—but once that bundle of joy arrives, one important choice is whether to use a pacifier. Babies have a natural reflex to suck their thumbs, fingers, pacifiers, or other objects to help them feel more secure, to soothe them, or to lull them to sleep. […]
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