Finding a dentist can often be enough of a challenge, but what if the dentist you are seeing does not offer all the services you and your family might need? Some general dentists may only take care of the basics like x-rays, cleanings, and cavity fills. If you need anything beyond that, it means finding…
You know that your annual visit to the dentist is long overdue, but you don’t want to go back to your old surgery. The dentist was too rough, maybe, or reminded you of a dentist in your childhood who scared you and caused you pain. Your former dentist might even have made you uncomfortable, and…
The definition of the word “veneer” includes “to face or cover (an object) with any materials that is more desirable as a surface material than the basic material of the object.” That’s what our dental veneers do. These veneers can cover your teeth, making them look better than ever. This can be true even if…
“Full mouth reconstruction” is exactly what it sounds like. It means that your entire mouth is basically rebuilt or restored. Instead of just focusing on an area or so, this kind of reconstruction takes care of everything in one fell swoop. It can be referred to by other names, such as “full mouth restoration” or…
Many people today still feel anxious about going to the dentist for treatment. It may be because you have a fear of what the procedure will be, that you will find out you need extensive work, or you fear that the treatment will hurt. As much as those feelings are the notions that your dental…
Too many have grown up with the idea that a trip to the dentist is somewhat scary. For many, this starts during childhood. The idea that the dentist is something to be avoided is ingrained into far too many at a young age. A major part of that is because few dentists who say that…
Dental care is essential for everyone, and it is especially important for young children. They need to learn how to take care of their teeth properly before their permanent set arrives, and they also need to be happy to receive treatment from a dentist. Start them on the road to dental health by arranging a…
In the past, dental patients with crooked teeth were forced to use hideous metal braces that essentially pressed their teeth into position. Sometimes, the patient would have to come back to the dentist so that they could ‘tighten’ the brace, which often involved a lot of discomfort for the patient, and no amount of suffering…
It is important to get young children off to a good start when you are trying to get them to accept dental treatment, and the best way to do this is to go with them to the dentist and have treatment yourself at the same time. This can be much harder if you are not…
Even the phrase “root canal” sounds harsh. This is a procedure that most people try to avoid. However, it can be a great way to get your smile back. If you have a tooth that’s badly damaged or even infected, we can perform a root canal and make everything better. A root canal is a…