At Szmanda Dental Edgar, we are pleased to offer full dentures to effectively restore oral function that has been deeply affected by tooth loss. To prolong the wear of your dentures, we recommend using denture adhesive to improve the denture grip and slow down oral atrophy. Though dentures are designed to match the structure of your natural gums and remain... read more »

Although many individuals improve their oral health care and focus on making sure their mouth is free and clean of debris, there are several risks to your smile that you may be unaware of. One of the biggest risks to your facial area is due to oral and throat cancers. Due to the fact that over 40,000 Americans will be... read more »

Inconsistent oral hygiene practices are often the root cause of tooth decay and gum disease problems. If you fail to remember to brush your teeth twice each day or you sometimes forget to thoroughly floss, bacterial deposits can start to accumulate on your teeth.   In a relatively short amount of time, they can cause a buildup of oral plaque... read more »

Your dentist, Dr. Nichols and Cronkrite, wants your child to have the strong, healthy and top-notch smile they deserve. However, that goal is not possible without your help. Unfortunately, if you don’t know much about your child’s smile, you’re limited with all of the things you can do for their teeth and gums. So, it’s best to know all about... read more »

Bad oral habits like chewing on ice, pencils or pens could put your teeth at increased risk of suffering a dental fracture. Some patients may experience significant pain, discomfort and sensitivity in their teeth. Even if you don’t feel pain in the damaged tooth, you should still have it examined by one of our dentists, Dr. John Felkner and Dr.... read more »

TMJ is the shortened version of Temporormandibular Joint Disorder. This is an extremely bothersome issue with the joint that connects the jawbone to the skull. It is a condition that is closely associated with an excessive habit of clenching the jaw and grinding of the teeth. Without treatment, the disorder causes pain in the joint of the jaw and fatigue... read more »

As you may already know, your dental cleaning appointments are recommended every six months, but do you know why? Well, our dentist, Dr. Nichols and Cronkrite, would be happy to tell you why. Dental cleanings are vital for your oral health and smile. This is because they can benefit you in many ways. In fact, they can: -Help you prevent... read more »

There are several types of dental restoration offered at Szmanda Dental Edgar’s clinic. This can include temporary measures such as a removable partial denture, or oral surgical restorations involving a dental implant. At the same time, many people missing a single tooth will choose to have it replaced with a dental bridge. This typically consists of a single artificial tooth... read more »

In order to keep your smile safe, it is essential to make sure you're doing everything you can to eliminate bad breath from arising in your mouth. If you are suffering from bad breath, also known as halitosis, it means that foul odors arise out of your mouth. This could be caused by the foods you're eating, your oral hygiene... read more »

Oral and throat cancers are one of the most severe oral health ailments that can plague your mouth. The 5-year survival rate for individuals diagnosed with oral and throat cancer is barely 60%. Thus, it is important to always look for signs and symptoms of oral cancer, and receive oral cancer screenings as needed. Listed below are a few common... read more »