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Understanding the Stages of Gum Disease

September 24, 2021

Nearly half of all adults over the age of 30 in the United States have some stage of gum disease, although this subject is rarely discussed outside of dental offices. This inflammatory disease can lead to a myriad of health problems inside the mouth, as well as increase one’s risk for stroke, heart disease and diabetes. In this blog, Dr. Lance Porter and Dr. Will Warren of Porter Dental Health Clinic explain the stages of gum disease so that their patients have a better understanding of periodontal health.

Dental Inlays and Onlays

Why You Should Ask Your Dentist About Inlays and Onlays

August 25, 2021

Whether you need inlays or onlays depends on the location and size of the cavity and the tooth’s overall damage. Dr. Lance Porter of Portal Dental Clinic in Hot Springs explains the advantages of inlays and onlays for patients with tooth decay.

Fillings, General Dentistry

Reasons Fillings Are So Important

July 26, 2021

Even if you brush and floss your teeth consistently, tooth decay can still strike. Dental fillings are necessary to stop more damage. Dr. Lance Porter of Porter Dental Clinic in Hot Springs discusses the reasons fillings are such an important part of dentistry.

Tooth whitening

Covid-19 Masks Are Starting to Come Off: Are Your Teeth Looking Pretty and White?

June 26, 2021

After a year of mask wearing, there is light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. Teeth are visible in public once more, and people really have something to smile about as normal life resumes. Dr. Lance Porter of Porter Dental Clinic in Hot Springs explains options for whitening your smile.

Dental Implants

Why You Should Replace Your Missing Tooth with a Dental Implant Right Away

May 27, 2021

The team at Porter Dental Health Clinic are no strangers to seeing patients with a missing tooth, but it never ceases to amaze them how long some people will wait to take care of the problem. Dental implants have benefits that go well beyond just the obvious aesthetic ones, which is why it is a good idea to get that gap filled sooner rather than later.

Dental Implants

Are All-on-4 Dental Implants Right for You?

April 27, 2021

When it comes to dental implants, dentists have traditionally utilized an implant for each individual tooth. Then came implant-supported dentures that attach larger sets of teeth to a patient’s jaw via six or eight implants. Over time, doctors introduced the All-on-4 variety, which expands a patient’s options by getting the job done with just — you guessed it — four implants.

Veneers

4 Frequent Misconceptions About Porcelain Veneers

March 28, 2021

Some people have misperceptions of porcelain veneers due to misinformation that has been passed around. Though they are popular, they are not well understood.

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Dental Crowns

The Incredible Benefits of a Dental Crown

February 26, 2021

At Porter Dental Health Clinic, one of our team’s preferred methods of reinforcing a damaged, decayed or infected tooth is to cover it with a dental crown. Crowns have been widely used for many years and are attractive, reliable and durable. Read on to learn more about the many benefits of a dental crown.

News

Welcome To Our Blog!

April 9, 2020

Welcome and thank you for visiting our blog. Soon we will be posting about new things happening with the business

Dental Health, Dental Tips, Oral Health

Consumer Overview: Denture Products

September 15, 2017

If you have dentures, or even if you haven’t, chances are you’ve seen TV advertisements for denture products. Because dentures and teeth loss can be emotional topics, it’s no surprise that the advertisements try (let’s call them) unconventional approaches. Sometimes they try too hard to be funny, sincere, or authoritative. Other times they go for realness and end up somewhere closer to too-much-information.

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