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As a dentist, Dr Dentremont is commonly asked many questions about dentistry and dental related topics in the world today. On these pages we will discuss in easy terminology the topics that are raised in the dental office. Exciting things have happened - and are STILL happening - in the profession of dentistry, and Dr. Dentremont and his staff continue to improve their skills through continuing education.

Always Continuing to Learn!

Continuing education has always been a priority for Dr. Dentremont and his staff. Alabama (and all states for that matter) have continuing education requirements, and Dr. Dentremont routinely far exceeds the annual requirement of 20 hours per year.

In the past two years, Dr. Dentremont has traveled to San Destin, Mobile, Montgomery, Birmingham, Atlanta, Boston, New Orleans, and Biloxi in search for courses that refine and define the progressive direction of modern dentistry. Most recently, Dr. Dentremont, Dr. Thiry, and much of the dental staff traveled to Orlando to take part in the American Dental Association's October 2010 National meeting.

Dr. Dentremont's dedication to continuing education enable him to continually provide his patients with the wisdom of his 30 years in dental practice, his extensive experience with all facets of dentistry, and his zeal for giving his patients the latest techniques and technology in the world of dentistry.

Dental Emergencies. Very often a patient's first contact with Dr D is the result of a dental emergency. Whenever possible, Dr D will endeavor to see dental emergencies the same day as a patient calls into the office. Sometimes, however, (such as nights and weekends) this is not possible. The following link will give you some general advice on how to prevent and treat Dental Emergencies. If you're a parent with sports-active children you'll want to pay special attention to how to prepare a dental emergency kit.

Dental emergencies can include include broken or chipped teeth, as well as total tooth loss (called by dentists "Avulsion"). We also see denture patients who crack or break their denture plates or lose teeth. This link entitled Dental Emergencies 2 talks about the specific things you can do to temporarily help yourself until you can get in to see Dr Dentremont. Dr D does NOT recommend re-gluing natural or denture teeth with "Superglue" because superglue contains compounds which can be hazardous if injested in large quantities. Instead, use a denture adhesive gel until you can get to the dentist.