If you have not already scheduled a visit to speak with us about replacing your missing tooth, you may wonder if such an appointment is even necessary. After all, a missing tooth is simply an esthetic issue – and something that can make eating your food a bit more complicated, right? Actually, ignoring a single open space (or more) in your mouth can lead to significant consequences you might not expect. Consider a few reasons to address tooth loss with a dental bridge or implants.
Q&A: Oral Cancer Screenings
How familiar are you with the need for an oral cancer screening? Do you know what to expect, when to receive a screening, or why you need one? In general, we suggest you come to recognize the fact that the sooner we detect cancer, the easier it is to treat, and the greater your chance of survival. As for the particulars regarding screenings at our practice, we are happy to offer answers to some frequently asked questions.
Q&A: Daily Dental Hygiene
Do you have concerns that you are not doing a good enough job keeping your smile clean and healthy? If so, we suggest you learn more about your understanding of daily dental hygiene. We often find that some patients assume they’re doing a standout job (but need a little work), while others are consistently worried they’re missing a step (while they’re actually doing a wonderful job). Find out where you fall on this spectrum and make any necessary adjustments with a little help from a Q&A session.
Porcelain Veneers: What To Expect
Do you find that no matter how much you research cosmetic dentistry and options for improving your smile, you always come back to the advantages of porcelain veneers? If your smile is in good health and you are ready to fully customize your grin, you may wonder what you can expect if you decide veneers are suited to your goals. Allow us to provide you with an overview of the steps. Hint: You can achieve a smile makeover within only a few visits!
Q&A: Purchasing Powerful Preventive Products
Do you know exactly what you should purchase as you stroll down the dental hygiene aisle of your local drugstore? Or, do you become somewhat overwhelmed as your eyes dart to-and-fro in an attempt to take in the exceptional offering of toothpastes, toothbrushes, and dental floss? Don’t worry – you’re not the only person who has ever felt at a loss for which preventive care product is best to purchase. For some help with narrowing down your decisions, we suggest you consider a few informative questions and answers.
Gum Disease Quiz
Do you know how to identify symptoms of gum disease? Are you quite sure about what to do if you think this problem is affecting your smile? Fortunately, the more you know about periodontal problems and maintaining a healthy mouth, the easier it is to keep your grin in excellent condition. However, overlooking some easy-to-identify signs of gum problems can result in significant complications. As a result, we suggest you do yourself a favor and take a stroll through a quick quiz – you will quickly feel much more certain about protecting your gum health.
Invisalign Tips For The Holidays
New Year’s Eve and exciting parties are just around the corner! Do you know what you need to do to keep up with your Invisalign treatment during this exciting time? You might think to yourself, “Of course, I’ll just do what I always do.” However, you may find that a few thoughtful tips will offer you the safety net you didn’t know you needed. Consider simple ways to make sure your orthodontic treatment remains on track this holiday.
Holiday Gifts For Every Smile
Are you aware that you can give gifts this holiday season that will provide preventive care to the smiles of those you love? No, we aren’t suggesting you give out toothpaste or a free visit to the dentist. Instead, you will be pleasantly surprised to find we have come up with a collection of exciting gifts that will light up your loved one’s faces, while offering long-term protection against problems like gum disease and tooth decay. Not convinced just yet? Consider some carefully selected items.
Q&A: Dental Crowns
Have you recently received the news that you need a dental crown to restore the health of your smile? If so, you may have mixed feelings. While patients are usually relieved at the notion of improved comfort and oral health, we find that they can become concerned about questions for which they have no answers. For instance, you may be worried about what the finished product will look like – or you may wonder if a crown is strong enough for you to eat and speak without hesitation. Receive some helpful details with an informative question-and-answer session (and remember to ask remaining questions during your next visit).
The Right Dental Bridge to Restore Your Smile
Smile restoration can mean many things. If a tooth has a cavity, then the appropriate restoration might be a dental filling or a root canal treatment (depending on the cavity’s severity). If you’ve lost one or more teeth, then rebuilding your smile requires replacing them, often with the use of a custom-made dental bridge. Like the name suggests, a dental bridge closes the gap left in your smile when you’ve lost a tooth, or a few teeth in a row. Usually made from lifelike porcelain, the dental prosthetics are designed to closely mimic the appearance of real teeth while restoring your mouth’s ability to function. (more…)
