Maintain proper oral function and aesthetics with a Superior dental bridge from Hill Avenue Dental. Carefully crafted as a lifelike replacement for one or more teeth, the dental bridge spans a smile gap for years.
Unfortunately, tooth loss happens. Whether it’s through injury, dental decay or gum disease, the consequences of ignoring a smile gap impact the whole mouth.
Are you or your child experiencing jaw pain and swelling? For teens and young adults these symptoms could indicate an impacted wisdom teeth. Learn how the team at Hill Avenue Dental treats these troublesome molars.
Most people have 4 wisdom teeth–the third molars backmost in the mouth. Not fully functional for chewing, wisdom teeth usually trouble young people as they emerge from the jaws between the ages of 17 to 25.
The kids are back in school, and fall and Halloween and the whole holiday season is just around the corner. One thing you may not be preparing for is how to protect your teeth from the holiday season, but you should be. Many of the most damaging foods for dental health are consumed during the holidays, and we’re not just talking about that pillowcase full of Halloween candy. The dentist Superior, WI trusts, Hill Avenue Dental, is here to help you protect your teeth from cavity causing holiday cuisine. Call to schedule an appointment today.
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You’ve probably had doctors or dentists recommend changes to your diet for various reasons: high blood pressure, weight loss, too much sugar, too much caffeine, etc. What many patients haven’t heard is how certain common foods help whiten their teeth. At Hill Avenue Dental of Superior, WI, our dentists recommend taking a look at your diet before you consider our outstanding teeth whitening services. To find out more, call your Superior dentist to schedule an appointment today.
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Good news – we’re accepting new patients! This is your chance to receive some of the best dental treatment in the great state of Wisconsin. Our dental team is pretty great, too. Superior, WI residents have been treated to this exceptional dental care year in and year out. What makes our practice so great? Well, for starters, it’s our team. Superior dentists, Dr. Doug Clark Jr., and his son, Dr. Douglas Clark III, lead a team of caring individuals whom all want you to experience the best procedures provided by the best staff. If you’re new to the area or are in need of dental treatment but have never been in our office, we’d love for you to come by and see what we’re all about. We have the dentists Superior residents can count on for a smile that looks like a million bucks.
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Periodontal disease, or gum disease as it’s most commonly known, is very debilitating. Your gums are one of the most important structures in your mouth. “Structure” is a good word to use because they are just that — structures. They are the foundation that teeth sit on. Without them, your teeth would sag and most likely never stay in your mouth. It’s not hard to imagine a life spent dealing with gums that are infected. Gum disease isn’t some rare ailment, either. There are many patients that suffer from this disease and new cases are popping up every day. The good news is there are ways to keep gum disease in check and there are common symptoms that can give you a good idea of whether or not you’re dealing with the disease. At our office in Superior, WI, we want your gums to be in excellent shape today, tomorrow and into the future. Anything less than great gum health isn’t good enough for us. Nobody deserves to live in pain, that’s why Hill Avenue Dental is here for you. Superior dentists, Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. and his son, Dr. Douglas III, offer gentle care in the event of gum disease. You have options, and we’re happy to help.
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Think of all the steps you take to keep your family safe. Car seats, boosters and seatbelts for everyone in the car? Check. A working smoke detector in every room of your house? Check. Vaccinations up-to-date? Check. Mouthguards for all of the sports enthusiasts in your family? Uh-oh. A mouthguard is critical to protecting your teeth, gums, lips and tongues during any kind of athletic activity, including both contact and non-contact sports. Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. or Dr. Doug Clark III, the dentists at Hill Avenue Dental in Superior, WI, can fabricate a customize sports mouthguard for you and all of the members of your family who are actively involved in athletics.
Sports injuries are responsible for more than five million lost teeth every year, and the American Dental Association states that one-third of all dental injuries are sports related. Wearing a mouthguard, however, can prevent more than 200,000 mouth injuries every year. Besides a knocked out tooth, other types of dental injuries that may occur as a result of not using a mouthguard include:
In addition to these oral injuries, mouthguards may also reduce the risk and severity of a concussion that can happen as a result of a hard blow to the head, face or jaw. A study of high school athletes showed that 56 percent of all concussions were suffered when mouthguards were not worn. But when you wear a mouthguard, you’re wearing a shock absorber between your upper and lower jaw to help prevent concussions as well as neck injuries, too.
When you’re playing to win, you want every psychological advantage you can get. Research shows that if you’re wearing proper protection, including a custom mouthguard, then you play more confidently and aggressively. Furthermore, wearing a mouthguard offers a tremendous economic advantage: replacing a tooth lost because of a sports injury can cost 20 times more than the cost of a custom-fitted mouthguard.
If you or anyone in your family needs a customized mouthguard before heading out to play, practice or compete, then call Hill Avenue Dental. We serve patients in Superior, WI, as well as from Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota.
Broken teeth, along with cracked teeth, can be a pain in the neck do deal with. Having a beautiful smile is next to impossible with discolored, cracked or broken teeth. A smile that has imperfections can leave a person feeling like their confidence is shattered. We don’t want anyone having a bad day because of how they’re feeling about their smile. When you come to our office, we’ll do everything we can to ensure you’re well taken care of and are provided with the best procedures in the dental industry.
Cosmetic bonding can turn a smile into a beautiful work of art. This particular service is designed to bring your smile from bleh to BLAM in no time. Our Superior, WI office can handle whatever cosmetic dentistry needs you have. The industry has come a long way over the last few years and more patients are opting for cosmetic dentistry services than ever before. From teeth whitening to cosmetic bonding, we can handle it all.
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Just because you get a cavity doesn’t mean the world is ending. We understand that there are tempting foods and snacks out there. Carbonated drinks can sometimes sound much more quenching than plain water. Though we can try our best to steer you away from sugary drinks and other foods that wreak havoc on your teeth, the decision is left to you. Cavities, unfortunately, are most often the result. If you are currently dealing with a cavity issue, Drs. Doug Clark Jr. and Douglas Clark III would like you to come in for a checkup and determine how best to treat your cavity issues. The warning signs of cavities are easily felt, and can be corrected if caught early enough.
Cavities are permanently damaged areas in the hard surface of your teeth that turn into tiny openings or holes. Also referred to as tooth decay or caries, cavities are caused by a combination of factors, including bacteria in your mouth, frequent snacking, sipping sugary drinks and so much more. It’s among the world’s most common health problems, especially in children and teens. If they aren’t treated, they get larger and affect deeper layers of your teeth not visible to the eye. Severe toothaches, infection and tooth loss have resulted from patients who didn’t treat their cavity.
The signs and symptoms of cavities vary depending on their extent and location. One thing is for sure – a cavity is not something you want to deal with. When a cavity is born, you may not experience any symptoms. However, once the decay increases in size, the signs and symptoms become more apparent.
Any or all of these symptoms can combine and result in a terrible dental experience for a patient. Any amount of pain or discomfort you feel that isn’t normal should be handled by a dentist you can trust. Our team is prepared to bring your smile back to working order.
We’re experts at treating cavities and want you to experience the type of care that you deserve. Visit us in Superior, WI and receive treatment from a superior dentist! We also serve the surrounding communities of Riverview, Oliver, Pokegama, Parkland and beyond.
When teeth become damaged or lost, it will impair the function of your mouth. It’s not great for your self-image, either. To improve both the use and look of your smile, talk to the staff at Hill Avenue Dental about our available restorative dentistry treatments. Both Drs. Doug Clark are experienced in providing viable dentistry solutions for their patients, and our staff is ready to welcome you to our Superior, WI practice.
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