When it comes to tooth damage, I've experienced it all. Car accidents cost me a few teeth and decay crept in to claim two more. With some gaps in my smile and a few weakened teeth I wanted to save, I spent a lot of time at the dentist to find out what I could do to salvage my grin. We worked together to combine crowns and dental implants. Now I have a beautiful smile and no one can even tell I had any work done at all. If you're facing a few dental difficulties yourself, explore my guide to the procedures and techniques available to you. You'll feel more prepared when you see the dentist and discuss your options.
Posted on:
24 May 2021
Dental implants are an ideal option if you are missing one or more teeth. However, there may be some other ways to correct the gap from a missing tooth. There may not be enough room between the gap from your missing tooth and the other surrounding teeth in some cases. If you think you cannot fix your tooth because your gap is too small, you may be surprised by your options.
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Posted on:
13 April 2021
If you develop a toothache, it may be the result of a cavity, a broken filling, an injury, or even problems with your dental appliances such as brackets, wires, or headgear. A dental abscess can also cause a toothache, which if not recognized and treated in its beginning stages can lead to tooth loss and even severe health complications.
If you experience throbbing dental pain, drainage surrounding your painful tooth, a bad taste in your mouth, or facial pain, seek emergency dental care.
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Posted on:
15 January 2021
Do you need to have a dental procedure done that will require sedation dentistry? If so, you're likely wondering about the type of sedation that will be used. Here is what you should know about IV sedation and oral sedation.
Oral Sedation
When a dentist refers to oral sedation, it is when you take a medication that will help ease your anxiety about going to the dentist in general. You either take the medication prior to going to the dentist and have someone drive you to your appointment or take it at the dental office and wait for it to kick in.
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Posted on:
15 January 2021
For many suffering from poor self-esteem and embarrassment because of bad teeth, dental veneers can provide relief. They can also strengthen weak and worn teeth and close gaps that cause discomfort. If you're considering dental veneers, you might wonder if the procedure is quick and painless or if it involves more than you want to take on. Here are four basic steps in the dental veneer procedure to know before making your decision.
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