Millions of Americans complain of frequent headaches, and many of those with chronic pain rely on tension-relieving medication just to be able to get through the day. A headache can make it difficult to concentrate on work or to enjoy your time off. If you have been struggling to regain a greater sense of comfort,โฆ [Read more]
Malocclusion, or improper alignment of teeth, can lead to a number of problems. Teeth that do not fit together well may become worn down at an accelerated rate. Gum health may be difficult to maintain, and the joints that facilitate jaw movements may become irritated and stressed. If you are an adult with misaligned teeth,โฆ [Read more]
You are undoubtedly aware of the need to floss. Even if you don’t think about it on a daily basis, you certainly do when the time comes to sit in the dental chair. Just in case you didn’t know, your dentist and hygienist can tell if flossing is a priority even without asking. Also, itโฆ [Read more]
If youโre missing a tooth or a few teeth, you have two basic options for filling the gap. Dr. Marshallโs first choice is a dental implant to replace every missing tooth, as implants are the strongest option and they function exactly as your natural teeth did before. But a less involved way to โbridgeโ theโฆ [Read more]
Gum disease is something you donโt want any part of. If allowed to progress it can result in the loss of teeth and the deterioration of your jawbone. Because it sneaks up gradually, many people donโt know they have it. Gum disease, clinically called periodontitis or periodontal disease, affects the periodontum, the structures that supportโฆ [Read more]
Technology is rapidly changing our lives and itโs no different in the dental world. Some dentists are resistant to change, however, and are slow to adopt some of these new tools. In stark contrast is the practice of Dr. Marshall. She fully believes in the advantages that new technology brings to her patients. Here isโฆ [Read more]
Everyone would like to have bright white teeth, but morning coffee and that evening glass or two of red wine have a different idea. They leave your teeth stained, plus the yellowing that comes with natural aging plays a part. But Dr. Marshall offers the Zoom! Tooth Whitening System to make your smile bright andโฆ [Read more]
Crowns have never been a big deal in this country. After all, didnโt we run away from all that crown business on the Mayflower and all of those other ships? But when you crack a tooth or when a tooth has such a large filling that it is weakened, a crown could be exactly whatโฆ [Read more]
In Philadelphia, dental implants have become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to replace a missing or badly damaged tooth. For most people, dental implants are the best substitute available for this common dental problem, but they are also a serious commitment. How can you be sure dental implants are right for you?โฆ [Read more]
When thinking about lasers, what usually comes to mind is a stormtrooper on Tatooine or some other Stars Wars scene. But lasers are earning a place in high-tech dentist offices like Dr. Marshallโs, right alongside the drills and the digital x-ray machines. Itโs called laser dentistry, and there isnโt a Wookie in sight. Lasers haveโฆ [Read more]