When we suggest you schedule a dental filling because you have a cavity that requires care, you may not feel comfortable setting up that visit right away. We understand! However, because time is of the essence with a progressive issue like tooth decay, the sooner you come in for your filling, the better. To speed […]
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry: What’s It All About?
Do you feel a minor sense of panic when we suggest you need restorative care to improve your oral health? The good news is that there’s no stigma attached to requiring a restoration – there are so many factors that may lead to some type of dental damage that it’s extremely important you keep a […]
The Advantages of Ceramic Dental Crowns
Faux teeth are not a new concept. In fact, a popular tale about George Washington involves his modest use of wooden dentures to replace the teeth he had lost (Washington’s actual dentures, of which he had several, were made of ivory and other precious materials). Even the ancient Romans skillfully fashioned dentures and bridges out […]
Learn About Dental Bridges
Suffering with an open space in your smile can cause you to feel a wide array of emotions, none of which are positive. First, you may feel disappointment if the open space is the result of a problem like periodontal disease. You may also deal with embarrassment when it comes to the way your smile looks […]
Reasons You May Need A Dental Crown
Did we recently tell you that you need a dental crown to save your tooth? If so, you probably assume this is a very good decision since you would like to keep your smile intact. However, when it comes to any restorative treatment, you are likely interested in learning more about the details before you […]
About Your Dental Filling: Q&A
Few people – if any – jump for joy when they learn they have a cavity. And even less exciting, we find, is when we suggest a dental filling to address cavities. While we understand your hesitation and lack of enthusiasm, we hope you will learn more about fillings by asking your questions and having […]
FAQs: Can Anyone Receive Dental Implants?
Losing your teeth can have a serious impact on your oral health. Along with affecting your appearance, missing teeth can lead to misalignment, trouble eating and/or speaking, and also the deterioration of the jawbone tissue. In order to replace lost teeth and maintain your oral health, you may benefit from dental implants. Can anyone receive […]
All About Crowns: Your FAQs
Have we diagnosed you with a tooth that has incurred severe injury but that does not require an extraction? Has tooth decay caused damage too serious for a filling? When your tooth requires extra protection and support, we may suggest a dental crown to offer structural integrity and coverage. While you may have a general […]
All about Root Canal Therapy
will halt the spread of infection and save the healthy part of your tooth which remains. Root Canal Procedures If you should need a root canal treatment, you will most likely require at least two visits to the dentist to complete the procedure. Your dentist will remove the diseased tissue from inside the tooth and […]
Had Your Fill of Fillings? Try Composite
Whether you’re a first time receiver of a filling or if you have had a few run-ins with this restorative treatment during your life, you may feel fed up. From dramatic stories from friends to the idea of a darkened tooth, the idea of a filled cavity may not sound too wonderful. Fortunately, your dentist […]
