If you have been considering a cosmetic dentistry procedure that can improve the overall look of your smile without breaking the bank or requiring an extensive or painful procedure, cosmetic bonding may be just what you are looking for. Cosmetic bonding, also referred to as dental bonding, is one of the easiest and least expensive [...]
Dental crowns are one of the most common restorative and cosmetic dental procedures available, primarily because use of dental crowns can serve many purposes. A dental crown can be used to restore badly decayed teeth, to enhance the look of unsightly teeth, or to replace missing teeth. In fact, nearly any situation that requires a [...]
If you have undergone an oral surgery procedure for the removal of a decayed tooth, or due to the extraction of wisdom teeth, proper post-surgery care is important to the successful healing of the surgical site and the prevention of infection or other complications. By following a few simple and basic tips, you can better [...]
If you’re among those that feel like summer just goes by too fast, you’re not alone. Despite the fact that the calendar shows there is still quite a bit of time left until fall officially arrives, like many people, the beginning of school or the arrival of labor day is a signal that summer has [...]
You may be wondering what type of dental procedures are considered to be routine, preventative or restorative, in contrast to procedures that are considered to fall under the umbrella of cosmetic dentistry. Some people hear the word ‘cosmetic’ and think that they will automatically have to pay out of pocket for any procedure that is [...]
When most people hear the word ‘root canal’, they automatically cringe. Visions of painful dental procedures that should be avoided like the plague are conjured up in many a mind when talk turns to this common dental procedure. If you’re like many people, you probably have been wondering if there is any way to prevent [...]
If you have read Part I of this series, then you’re already well on your way to providing your child with the best chance for healthy teeth and gums. In the last article, we focused on getting into a regular oral hygiene routine even before baby’s first teeth started to erupt, and modifying that routine [...]
If you’re a parent of a baby or young child and have been wondering when it’s time to start focusing on proper dental care, the answer is “right now”! It’s never too early to begin on the road to good oral hygiene and proper dental care to provide your child with the best opportunity for [...]
When dental patients hear the words “you need a bone graft”, they naturally start to panic. Just the words alone elicit images of complex surgical procedures that are invasive and can be painful. The fact is, however, that dental bone grafts are a relatively common procedure and do not need to be met with the [...]
Prosthodontics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on artificial replacements and enhancements that take the place of real teeth. Although when you hear the word prosthodontics, you may not know what the specialty entails, you have surely heard of many of the procedures and techniques that are part of the process – these include [...]
