Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?

April 15th, 2016

At Erskine Family Dentistry, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few days, while others are more serious and should not be ignored. Mouth sores occur for many different reasons, but bacterial infections, viruses, or funguses…
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Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth

April 8th, 2016

When your wisdom teeth start to emerge it can definitely be painful, but it can be even worse if your wisdom teeth become impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth are trying to erupt but are unable to do so because there is not sufficient room for them to emerge. This usually means that your wisdom teeth are…
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How long do dental implants last?

April 1st, 2016

The average dental implant can last a lifetime if taken care of properly. In fact, studies have shown that the success rate of implants after ten years is about 90%! Of course, Drs. Bonni Boone, Susan Cocquyt, and Lori Risser and our team know that the better you care for your implant, the longer it…
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How long will a root canal last?

March 25th, 2016

According to the American Association of Endodontists, root canals have a success rate of over 95% and in most cases they last a lifetime. There are a few factors that ensure the root canal will last and should be followed. You want to make sure you allow Drs. Bonni Boone, Susan Cocquyt, and Lori Risser…
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