Congratulations—you’re engaged! It’s a stupendous (and hectic) time in your life as you plan your upcoming wedding.

You want to look your best for the big day—which means you may be dieting, exercising or making changes to your hairstyle and makeup. Be sure, though, to consider another important part of your appearance—your teeth and gums. Here are a few options that could help your wedding day smile shine even more.
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Sedation dentistry could be exactly what you need to make your next dental procedure stress-free.sedation dentistry

We know that there are a lot of people out there who aren’t getting the dental care they need to maintain healthy smiles and it has to do with their fear of the dentist. Our La Plata, MD, family dentists Dr. Mark Hochman and Dr. Andrew Betaharon understand that some people’s dentist-related anxieties are all too real and can be overwhelming. We want everyone to get the proper dental treatments they need to maintain good oral health, which is why we are pleased to offer sedation dentistry.
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Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious matter. Not only can it wreak havoc with your gums, it could also cause bone loss in the jaw that supports your teeth.

Gum disease is a bacterial infection that originates from a thin film of food particles on tooth surfaces called plaque. If you’re not diligent about removing plaque through daily brushing and flossing, it can become a feeding ground for certain strains of bacteria that trigger gum infections. Left untreated, the disease can advance deeply into the teeth’s supporting structures.
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