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If you fear shots, injections, or medical needles in general, you may be suffering from trypanophobia—and an estimated 10 percent of Americans share the same aversion. The general public calls it “needle phobia” but the DSM-IV classified it as a specific phobia of medical needles as of 1994.  Drs. Michael & Blake Louscher understands these […]

We’ve all seen variations of DIY methods when it comes to pulling loose baby teeth: the string and door slam method is by far one of the most popular (although we’re not sure why). But our team at Lush Family Dental is here to advise against this and similarly aggressive techniques so your kiddo will […]

Have you been experiencing oral pain lately? Are you sure that it is not something that needs immediate dental assistance? Remember, emergencies can happen any time and anywhere; in fact, despite being cautious, a patient may still experience them. That is why they need to determine if a particular concern is a standard dental issue […]

If you have missing teeth, you will benefit greatly from dental implants since it is used to support one or more false teeth. Dental implants are a titanium screw that replaces the tooth when it fails. It is placed into the jawbone, just like a real tooth root. Implants are a safe treatment that lasts […]

Root canal treatment has a negative reputation for most people. Often, this treatment is associated with pain, and some people would instead choose to undergo tooth extraction than root canal treatment. However, a missing tooth due to tooth extraction may lead to several dental problems such as shifting of the teeth, jawbone loss, gum disease, […]

Laughing gas, also known as nitrous oxide, is a type of sedative used by dentists to provide more ease to patients about undergoing necessary procedures. That is because, despite the improvements in dental care, many people still find themselves anxious and fearful about scheduling an appointment. But, with the help of sedation options like laughing […]

Dentists often recommend dental crowns if patients have broken or severely damaged tooth due to decay. The treatment is also an effective option to restore the strength, appearance, size, and shape of an affected tooth. Crowns are sometimes used together with other procedures such as dental implants and root canal therapy. Despite their many benefits, […]

There are a lot of urban legends floating around. Unfortunately, some people actually fall victim to such claims since they tend to believe what they hear or read. In dentistry, however, this is a big no-no since it can result in issues with serious effects on one’s overall wellness. At Lush Family Dental, we believe […]

Metal braces, removable aligners, clear braces—these are popular orthodontic devices that offer teeth straightening benefits to wearers. But aside from these three, there is another oral appliance that can help orthodontic patients maintain their newly-treated teeth: Retainers. Orthodontic retainers can either be removable or fixed, and they are customized to fit the wearer’s mouth perfectly. […]