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1. What is an implant and does it hurt? A dental implant is a synthetic tooth root in the shape of a post that is surgically placed into the jawbone. It is a permanent and stable replacement for missing teeth. Dental...

Easing Your Allergies with Latex-Free Dentistry

Imagine this scenario: you go to the dentist to have a cavity filled, and an hour after the procedure you have a runny nose, scratchy throat, and your arms are breaking out in blotchy, red hives. In other words,...