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 Covid Vaccine | Pfizer Covid Vaccine   I completed my second round of the Pfizer vaccine 24 hours ago, and I wanted to document the process and let you guys know how I am feeling. I know there is a lot of noise out there surrounding the Covid Vaccine, so I wanted to pass along my first hand experience! Check out the video below to see what the vaccine setup is like:    As you can see in the video, the setup is pretty relaxed. Also, I did not feel the needle/injection with either of the two shots I received. My arm is a little sore at the moment, but that is really my only symptom. I have read and heard a lot of stories about people getting a temperature or being extremely tired about 24 hours post vaccine, but I have not had any of those types of symptoms. Below is the first picture I took at my first round of the vaccine. Both times I received the vaccine at IU Hospital.     Overall I was more scared about the Vaccine process and recovery than I...

  Dental Implants in Kokomo | Kokomo Dental Implants   If you are in the market for quality, affordable dental implants , you have come to the right place. Here at LADD Dental Group, our dental implant specialist , Dr. Patel, will talk you through the whole procedure and make sure you are comfortable every step of the way. As a dental group , we pride ourselves on providing affordable dental care that the entire family can smile about. Give our dental team a call today, and experience the difference!    As you can see in the video above, we have all of the latest dental technology to ensure the dental implant process goes smoothly! In the video below you will see Dr. Harold Smith discussing the benefits of dental implants . Dr. Smith is our dental surgeon in Peru , and started the dental implant program here at LADD Dental Group. Take a look at the video below, and see what dental implants are the hottest treatment modality in dentistry!    Here at LA...

  Dentist in Peru | Peru Dental Care     ❤️We are unbelievably grateful to welcome Dr.  Kevin Deakyne  to our Ladd Dental Group family! Dr. Kevin will be practicing out of our Peru dental   office, and we can’t wait for our patients and the community to get to meet him!!🙌🔥    About Dr. Kevin Deakyne     Dr. DeaKyne grew up in Fortville, IN where he followed in his grandfather’s footsteps to become a dentist. Dr. Deakyne received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University and received his doctor of dental surgery degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry. After 30 years of practicing dentistry, the most important things to him are still the relationship with the patient and educating them about their dental needs as well as giving them high quality care.  Dr. DeaKyne enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, including root canals and extractions. He is a member of the American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Asso...

  Tooth Pain | Dental Surgeon Near Me     As you can see, LADD Dental Group has a team of very experienced dental surgeons ! From simple to surgical tooth extractions , our team of dental experts provides the dental care you deserve! Give us a call today, and experience the LADD Dental difference!    Dr. Patel is a dental specialist working with LADD Dental Group! In this video he is extracting wisdom teeth in at our Kokomo dental office If you are experiencing tooth pain or discomfort, give us a call today and experience the LADD Dental difference!   Tooth pain is no joke. If you a struggling with dental pain , give us a call today, and experience the dental care you deserve! We have been proudly serving the Kokomo and North Central Indiana community since 1978, and we pride ourselves on giving our patients a reason to smile!     Dr. Ladd is shown reviewing the digital x-rays of his patient's wisdom teeth ! Thankfully here at LADD...

  Impacted Wisdom Tooth | Painless Tooth Extraction      What Is An Impacted Wisdom Tooth ?   Wisdom teeth have the potential to become stuck below the surface of your gums ( impacted ), and grows at an odd angle, possibly causing complications.  Impacted wisdom teeth  are third molars at the back of the mouth that don't have enough room to emerge or develop normally.   How Do I Know If I Have An Impacted Wisdom Tooth?   Indications that your wisdom teeth could be impacted include  jaw pain  and tenderness, redness and  swelling  of the gums around the tooth ,  bad breath , or a bad taste when you bite down on food. Impacted wisdom teeth can also put you at risk for cysts, which are pockets of fluid that form around the tooth.  How Painful Is An Infected Wisdom Tooth ?   A partially  impacted wisdom tooth  may cause food to become trapped and can make cleaning the  tooth  mo...

 Bone Grafting | Dental Implants   What is Bone Grafting?  Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that replaces missing bone in order to repair bone fractures that are extremely complex, pose a significant health risk to the patient, or fail to heal properly. Check out the study below that highlight the benefits of bone grafting with dental implants !    Why Do I Need a Bone Graft?   Bone grafts  are essential for replacing missing or damaged  bone  in your jaw. Whether a cavity has reduced your tooth to an empty, gummy space after an extraction , or gum disease has caused loose teeth , a  bone graft  can repair and rebuild the damaged  bone needed  to support a dental implant .  Is Bone Grafting Painful?   Most patients who receive  bone grafts  are completely  pain -free and do just fine as long as they take the antibiotics. Your dentist also has to wait for the  bone graft  to f...

 Teeth Cleaning | Types of Teeth Cleanings   Types of Teeth Cleanings :  There are three main types of dental cleanings :  prophylaxis  cleaning, scaling and root planing, and gross debridement. While they all accomplish essentially the same thing — cleaner teeth — they are performed differently and for different reasons.  What is a P rophylaxis?  A  dental prophylaxis  is a cleaning procedure performed to thoroughly clean the  teeth .  Prophylaxis  is an important  dental  treatment for halting the progression of periodontal disease and gingivitis. The dental  treatment involves polishing the  teeth  to control bacteria on the  teeth  and just beneath the gum line. A  prophy  is typically  performed  twice per year, or every six months, to maintain healthy gums and  teeth .   What is Scaling and Root Planing?  Scaling  is when your dentist remove...

  Affordable Dental Implants | Dental Implants Near Me  What is a dental implant ?  A dental implant is a surgical component that interfaces with the bone of the jaw or skull to support a dental prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, denture , facial prosthesis or to act as an orthodontic anchor.    Why would I need a dental implant ?  Dental implants  are  necessary  when you have missing  teeth , but either cannot or  do  not  want  to get dentures , bridges or crowns . It is important to replace a lost  tooth , as the consequences of removing/losing a   tooth  and doing nothing can grow into a much larger problem as time goes on.      What can happen if I don't get dental implants ?  Waiting to  get  your  implant  can also cause you to bite your tongue and cheeks more. While this doesn't sound like anything major, it can quickly lead to problems with eating. Y...

  Scared of the Dentist | Sedation Dentistry   Is it Common to be Afraid of the Dentist ?  Dentophobia (odontophobia), or  fear  of  dentists , is a common phobia among people of all ages. It is sometimes related to iatrophobia , or  fear  of doctors, as well as trypanophobia , or  fear  of needles.  It's estimated that 2.7 percent of men and 4.6 percent of women have dentophobia. Aside from  fears  and phobias tied to past experiences, it's also possible to experience  fear  of a  dentist  because of concerns you might have about your oral health.  Why are People Scared of the Dentist ?  Pain. Far and away the number one factor in dental phobia , pain provides a two-fold problem for patients  afraid  of visiting the  dentist . On one hand, any past painful experience is seared in the memory – and unlikely to go away anytime soon.  Can Dentists Do Anything for my Anxiety?...