If you have a tooth that is significantly decayed or damaged, extraction and root canal are two options for renewing your oral health. Because we always act in the best interest of your long term oral health, your dentist will recommend the latter whenever possible. Keep reading to find out why we prefer root canal in La Porte — and the difference it could make for your lasting smile.

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Living with one or more missing teeth is challenging. It affects your confidence, nutrition, and also your oral health. Missing teeth are often a downward spiral for more tooth loss, and for some patients, their situation begins to feel hopeless. Your dentist in Crown Point has good news for you! There are wonderful solutions for replacing one or multiple missing teeth, and restoring your confidence and oral health. Here are some of those options.

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One thing that our dentist in Whiting takes pride in is making sure out patient’s smiles are first function and then aesthetically pleasing. If a smile is just beautiful, but isn’t able to serve its purpose or causes the patient pain, we’re not doing our job correctly. If you’ve met with Dr. Daniel Berquist or Dr. Robert Berquist to get porcelain veneers, our office has made sure that your natural teeth and gums are healthy enough to support them for years to come. Now that you have an improved smile, it’s time to maintain it. Here are a few ways that Berquist Dentistry recommends taking care of your porcelain veneers.

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You love being a grandparent – your grandchildren always give you so much about and when you see your kids interacting with their little ones and using some of your parenting tips, you can’t help but beam with pride. But when you do, you immediately become self-conscious because of the noticeable blank spots in your grin. You’ve decided to take care of your missing teeth, but you’re not sure what your options are or what’s right for you. Luckily, the team at Berquist Family Dentistry, your premier dentist in Crown Point, shares the details on how you can restore your pearly whites with dental implants, partials, and dentures.

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What comes to mind when you think of bad breath? Is it your coworker who drinks endless amounts of coffee at the desk right next you, only to head out for a cigarette every couple of hours? Do you picture wreaths of garlic and Dracula? Or maybe your mind goes to Benny Hill’s character The Halitosis Kid? Regardless of what this team makes you envision, bad breath is a common and embarrassing condition. In this post, the team at Berquist Family Dentistry, your premier dentist in Whiting explains what causes bad breath and how you can prevent it from happening.

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What’s the most important kind of dentistry: cosmetic, emergency or restorative? Dr. Robert Berquist and Dr. Daniel Berquist, Whiting dentist, say preventive dentistry tops them both. Prevention begins at home with routine habits such as twice daily brushing, once a day flossing and eating a tooth-friendly diet. Preventive dentistry also includes six-month oral examinations and hygienic cleanings at Berquist Dentistry. Remember, a smile that’s well maintained requires far less restorative work, such as fillings and crowns. That cared for smile looks, feels and functions better, and the person’s systemic health actually thrives.

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Now that we’re well into 2017, how are your resolutions coming along? Are you reaching the goals you’ve set for yourself? Perhaps you’re ready for that new relationship, or maybe it’s a promotion at your job you’re hoping for. Did you know that a beautiful smile could help you achieve your goals? It’s true! This is because a beautiful smile gives you the confidence you need to get things done. If you want 2017 to be your year, here are some tips on how to choose the best cosmetic dentist in Whiting.

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Most of us understand how important regular visits to the dentist for cleaning and check ups are. Did you know, however there are many things you can do at home to keep your mouth healthy? At Berquist Family Dentistry, we understand that the key to optimum oral health begins with an excellent home care routine. This is why we spend so much time educating patients about their oral health and how to improve home care. Your Whiting dentist gives some helpful tips on keeping your mouth healthy between dental visits.

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Getting to the dentist can be a challenge during our hectic and busy lives. Taking time out of your day to go to your appointment may seem daunting, however it’s also very important, now more than ever. Dentists and physicians alike are starting to understand that oral health is linked to your overall health and well being and that all of our body systems are connected. Periodontal disease has been linked with other serious health concerns such as cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. Learn more about the importance of seeing your dentist in Whiting twice per year.

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