Everything that passes your lips has an impact on your teeth, including what you drink. Not only can certain drinks stain your teeth, but their overall acidity can also soften tooth enamel, which can make your teeth more sensitive and vulnerable to cavities. If you’re trying to live a healthier life, discover how what you…
1. Who should I see for my Invisalign treatment It is important to do your research and make sure you feel comfortable with the dentist who will be treating you, the clinic and the team who will be looking after you. You will all be working closely together for several months so it is important…
What is a dental inlay? What about a dental Onlay? And when might your dentist recommend either one of them? Fillings and cavities are part of the equation, both of which you may be more familiar with. Here’s some more information to fill in the gaps and get a better idea of what type of…
What are Dental Crowns and Tooth Bridges? Both crowns and most bridges are fixed prosthetic devices. Unlike removable devices such as dentures, which you can take out and clean daily, crowns and bridges are cemented onto existing teeth or implants, and can only be removed by a dentist How do Crowns Work? A crown is…
Do your children sort and savor Halloween candy like Susan Carraretto’s daughters? Here are 5 tips for keeping little teeth happy this time of year 1. Know your child and set limits accordingly. If your child naturally self regulates their candy consumption like my Julia and Sophia, don’t add unnecessary rules that might cause them…
Dental Implants Permanent? How long does a dental implant last? You may have heard the lifespan of a dental implant is 25 years or more, which is true, as long as you take proper care of them. Whether dental implants last forever is influenced by a variety of factors, such as: How well you take care…
Every surgery presents the risk of infection and other complications. With that in mind, are dental implants prone to failure, and if so, how often does it occur? Much of what has been concluded about dental implants leans towards them having fewer instances of failure rate. But it has also been shown that how well…
Dental veneers (sometimes called porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length.dental veneers made fromDental veneers can be made from porcelain…
1. You need to go to someone incredible to get fantastic results. This is an aesthetic procedure but it’s also a serious dental procedure, so you’re going to want to see the cosmetic dentist’s work to make sure they’re good and that you like their style. Also, make sure you approve of their before and…
A National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey administered by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention found that 25 percent of patients over 60 years old have lost all of their teeth. It’s estimated that 63% of all American adults are missing more than one tooth. The traditional solution for replacing missing teeth is dental…
