Who doesn’t enjoy a decadent dessert after dinner? Chocolate molten cake, crème brulee, vanilla bean cheesecake, the possibilities are nearly endless, and oh-so-delicious. Unfortunately, the more frequently you enjoy sugar-rich treats, like desserts, the more likely you are to develop a cavity. The good news is that a cavity doesn’t have to be the end […]
Category: Restorative Dentistry
Don’t You Dare Delay Restorative Dental Care
Do you love to take risks? Do your friends call you adventurous, even crazy at times? There are plenty of times risks can pay off, like the blind date that becomes your wife, or an entrepreneurial endeavor that becomes a successful business venture. But there are other times when it pays to be cautious, and […]
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Why You Shouldn’t Be Postponing That Root Canal
Have you been postponing a trip to the dentist because you’re worried you might need a root canal? Most cavities can be treated with a simple filling, but when the cavity has progressed to the point of an infection within the tooth, you may need root canal treatment. Though myths about the procedure abound, it […]
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Not Into Silver and Gold? How a Porcelain Crown Can Help
Dental crowns have long been used to complete smiles after tooth loss, or to help protect a tooth that’s been damaged by a deep cavity, chip or other forms of decay. Unfortunately, for many years those crowns only came in two colors, silver or gold. The bright metal crowns were highly visible, even in the […]
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Feeling Pain? You Might Need a Filling
“Ouch.” If you are experiencing pain when you bite into a delectable cupcake, or notice a sense of sensitivity while you drink your morning cup of coffee, it could be because you have a cavity. Thankfully, you don’t have to live with the pain. A visit to your dentist could alleviate your discomfort, and get […]
How to Make Dental Crowns Look Lifelike
Dental crowns are a popular and durable way to restore smiles after the loss of a tooth, or to effectively seal and protect a tooth after a deep cavity has been filled or root canal treatment. If you have recently had restorative treatment completed, or are worried you may be facing the loss of a […]
Restorative Dentistry: Learning The Basics
Even if you take care of your smile, you can still find yourself in need of repairs. Or, if you have accidentally become a bit laid back with your usual dental hygiene practices, you may also find that you require a little assistance in getting your smile back to good health when problems arise. Fortunately, […]
How Dental Implants Replace Your Tooth Root
When you need to replace missing teeth, there are several dental prosthetic options to choose from, including dental bridges, dentures, and partials. But these prosthetics are all placed above your gum line; what can replace the firmly rooted strength of your natural tooth? A dental implant is implanted into the jawbone and gum tissue, just […]
The Purpose & Benefits of Dental Crowns
If you have a damaged or misshapen tooth, you may grimace more than you grin out of reluctance to show your smile. There’s a solution: Dental crowns can improve the appearance of your teeth. Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that go over teeth for a different appearance. But dental crowns are more than just a […]
The Purpose of Root Canal Treatment
Don’t let the phrase “root canal” scare you! While a root canal has previously been characterized as a dreadful dental procedure, the truth is that a root canal treatment is a common procedure that restores the health of your infected tooth and prevents infection from spreading. Thanks to modern medicine, you will not experience pain […]
