Distinctive Smiles of Dublin Blog

Same Day Crowns in Dublin, OH

May 6, 2016

Filed under: Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , , , — Dr. Buck @ 2:18 am

same day crownsCould your life be any busier? Maybe you’d rather not answer that question. Between work, family, shopping, cooking, laundry, kids’ activities, meetings and more, there doesn’t seem to a spare minute. And now you find out that you have a tooth that needs a dental crown! How is that supposed to fit into your schedule? No worries. Dublin, OH, dentist Dr. Eric Buck provides same day crowns with the E4D system.

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Teeth that Last a Lifetime with the Best Oral Care Routine

April 10, 2016

Filed under: general dentistry — Tags: , — Dr. Buck @ 1:55 am

oral care routineWe all know the importance of proper oral hygiene, but did you know most Americans aren’t caring for the teeth and gums properly? Despite the best intentions, many don’t realize that they are skipping over crucial aspects when performing their daily oral hygiene routine. As a result, you’re leaving a door open to hurt your oral health. Simple mistakes throughout the years will have a lasting impact on your oral health and smile. Don’t place your oral health at risk. We have the tips and preventative dentistry you need to ensure your teeth last a lifetime.
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Signs You May Have Sleep Apnea

March 10, 2016

Filed under: Sleep Apnea — Tags: — Dr. Buck @ 8:24 pm

sleep apnea is a fairly common condition that causes people to stop breathing for short periods of time throughout the night. While the condition is quite common, many are unaware they even have the condition. When left untreated, serious and potentially deadly complications can develop. Most often, the person with the condition isn’t the one who notices they have the apnea symptoms. It’s usually a spouse or family member. As a result, it’s important to learn the signs of sleep apnea to not only recognize the symptoms for yourself but for those you love as well.
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Effects of Sleep Deprivation from Sleep Apnea

March 5, 2016

Filed under: Sleep Apnea — Tags: — Dr. Buck @ 10:13 pm

sleep deprivationSleep apnea takes a huge toll on your body and your quality of life when left untreated. The interruptions in breathing impact your quality of sleep. In the beginning, you may only experience light fatigue throughout the day, poor ability to concentrate, and even irritability, but overtime, the lack of sleep can lead to sleep deprivation. When your body becomes deprived of sleep, the sleepiness you feel throughout the day can intensify and also start to cause additional symptoms with your body’s ability to function. This not only drastically decreases your quality of life, but you can even put yourself and others in danger.
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Does your dentist in Ohio have these key certifications?

February 25, 2016

dentist in ohioAll dentists complete the same basic education — undergrad, then dental school and residency. These are all part of a good dental foundation, but excellent dentists know it’s just the beginning. Is your dentist in Ohio committed to improving throughout his or her career with continuing education? Is he or she a member of the top dental associations? Finding out can tell you a lot about the quality of care you’ll receive at their dental practice. Keep reading to learn more.

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Embarrassed by your teeth? Get a smile makeover.

February 18, 2016

smile makeoverWhen you catch a glimpse of your smile, are you completely satisfied with the appearance of your teeth? If the answer is anything less than an enthusiastic YES, it’s time for you to make some smile changes. After all, studies have shown that adults with attractive smiles actually enjoy more success in life!

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Jaw pain? Find out if it’s TMJ today

February 9, 2016

Filed under: TMJ — Tags: , , , — Dr. Buck @ 5:24 pm

tmjThe body is a complex machine, and there’s perhaps nothing more intricate than the jaw muscle. Made up of ligaments, discs and bones, the system is known as the TMJ, or the temporomandibular joint — and when you’ve got a problem with the TMJ, you’ll certainly feel it. A disordered TMJ can be a highly uncomfortable issue, especially when left untreated. Learn more about the condition, including its causes and treatment, today.

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea: What Is It, Anyway?

January 12, 2016

obstructive sleep apneaWhile you may not think much about it, you’ve probably heard of sleep apnea. But did you know it’s a really serious condition that affects approximately 22 million Americans? Sufferers of sleep apnea have their breathing interrupted during sleep — as many as 200 times per night, for periods of 10 seconds each time. There are two types of the condition: central and obstructive, the most common. Keep reading to learn a little more about the differences between the two, and how you can seek sleep apnea treatment here in Dublin, OH.

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Replacing a Full Row of Teeth? Learn About Today’s Dentures

January 8, 2016

denturesAre you missing all of your top or bottom teeth? Have they been replaced by suction or adhesive-supported dentures? If so, you don’t have to tell us you’re tired of your ill-fitting device. You’ve got better options for tooth replacement, and as your dentist in Dublin, OH, we are committed to helping you find the one that’s just right. To that end, we’ve listed a brief description of your options in tooth replacement in Dublin, OH.

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Adult Orthodontics with Six Month Smiles in Dublin, OH

December 28, 2015

young man with a beautiful smile thanks to adult orthodontics in dublin, ohIf you are one of many adults who never corrected misaligned teeth in your teens, you may think that unsightly, uncomfortable metal braces are your only option. At Distinctive Smiles of Dublin, we offer patients a quick, cosmetic alternative: Six Month Smiles. This orthodontic treatment looks and feels great throughout the teeth straightening process, and allows patients to love their smiles again in just six months.
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