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Your full or partial dentures are an integral part of your everyday life. Sure, you need them to speak clearly, but using them to eat—the biting, chewing, and grinding—can cause wear and tear. The majority of dental appliances need to be repaired eventually because they weaken and erode. Dentures that have been used for a […]

Dental emergencies are scary any time, but they’re especially scary during the holiday season. Who should you call? What if the dental office is closed? Do you need to go to the ER? This guide will help you figure out what to do and where to go! Step 1: Assess the Injury. Are you bleeding […]

The popular website NextDoor.com has revolutionized the way people in the United States gather trusted information, build connections, and give and get help from those who live in and near their neighborhoods. People ask for information about area matters, voice their opinions about nearby happenings, and ask for recommendations regarding businesses and public services. Lumos […]

Did you know that up to 12% of Americans suffer from TMJ? This disorder affects the joints that control your jaw and can be incredibly debilitating and painful. TMJ is usually diagnosed by a dentist using medical imaging. It can be treated with a custom mouthguard. We’ve found our patients get the best results from […]

October is National Dental Hygienist month, and at Lumos Dental we’re celebrating our hygiene team! The hygiene team is an important part of our practice. Sometimes, our patients wonder why the ‘hygiene’ part of the exam takes so much longer than the ‘dentist’ part. It’s because the hygiene appointment is about much more than cleaning […]

You probably don’t give much thought to your saliva, but it performs many important jobs. In addition to helping you speak and eat, it keeps your teeth strong, helps prevent cavities from forming and carries away food particles. In fact, saliva plays a major role in good oral health. At the office of Lumos Dental, […]