2016

Fusing Aesthetics With Practicality: 3 Features To Consider When Designing Dental Implants

It's not uncommon for Americans to get dental implants, considering the fact that the average American between the ages of 20 and 64 has at least three or more decayed or missing teeth. Fortunately, you don't have to suffer with a gap in your mouth if you're simply missing a tooth because dental implants not only look identical to natural teeth, but can also prevent irreversible alveolar bone loss. Before getting the dental implants installed, you'll usually have the opportunity to provide some input as to how you would like the implants to look. Read More 

A Word To The Wise: 5 Reasons To Have Your Wisdom Teeth Removed

Wisdom teeth received their name because they erupt much later in life than other teeth. Despite what their name suggests, however, wisdom teeth are neither wise nor superior to other molars. In reality, they're more problematic and less useful than their pearly white neighbors. So if you have wisdom teeth, here are five reasons to have them removed. 1. Wisdom Teeth are Prone to Tooth Decay Thanks to their location in the very back of the mouth, wisdom teeth are difficult to clean properly. Read More 

Getting Braces? How To Get Ready For The Big Day And Life With Braces

Getting braces is a big life change. It is going to change the way you look and the way you eat. The following are a few things you can do to help prepare for the application of the braces and life with braces: Prepare Yourself Emotionally You probably feel nervous, afraid, and possibly even reluctant to get braces. The best way to overcome these feelings is to think about what you will get out of the braces in the end. Read More 

What Are The Differences Between Mini Dental Implants And Traditional?

In the past, there was only one type of dental implants available. Advances in dentistry led to the development of the mini-implant. When deciding on an implant, you have to choose between the mini and the traditional. To help you with your decision-making, here are some of the differences to consider.  Size One of the biggest differences between a mini implant and a traditional one is the size of the implant. Read More 

Dental Bonding: Four Ways Bonding Can Improve Your Smile

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, there are a lot of options to choose from. Dental bonding is a relatively simple procedure that can improve the look of your teeth. If you are considering different options to change your smile, here are a few ways dental bonding might be able to help. Use this guide to determine if dental bonding is a possibility for you, and discuss your options with your dentist. Read More