Bridge Benefits: All Good News

sidesmilewhiteIf you are missing a tooth, you may be doing everything you can to hide your smile. For some patients this means covering their smile with their hand. For others, this simply means avoiding social interactions that were once enjoyable. What’s worse about tooth loss is that it can interfere with daily activities you never thought twice about, such as enjoying a meal. The good news is that we offer dental bridges to replace up to three teeth in a row. If you think you may make a good candidate for a bridge, look over the following advantages of this prosthetic to find out if it may help you achieve your goals:

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Your Questions About One-Visit Dental Crowns

womanquestionredIf you have broken a tooth or suffer from some other issue that means you need substantial tooth coverage and support, you likely need a crown. You are also probably assuming it will be a long road ahead, dealing with messy impressions, a temporary crown, and a long wait for your permanent crown. Lucky for you, we offer CEREC one-visit dental crowns for immediate treatment. If this sounds too good to be true, which is something we often hear from patients, it is time you learn more about the details. The more you know, the more confident you will feel about taking advantage of this time-saving restorative option.

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Why You Shouldn’t Avoid Dental Fillings

womanquestionfaceDid you just find out that you are suffering from tooth decay and you are not too happy that you need a dental filling? Rest assured, many patients immediately feel like running for the hills when they discover they need a filling. While we understand your immediate concern, we would like for you to first become more familiar with fillings before you make any snap judgments. They are, in fact, extremely beneficial for your oral health. This restorative treatment will address the problem you are currently dealing with – a cavity – while protecting you from serious long-term damage. Learn more so you can feel energized about scheduling your appointment.

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What’s So Great About Restorative Dentistry?

womanquestiongreenYou may hear dental professionals gushing about the wonderful benefits of restorative dentistry quite often – but you may walk away scratching your head. Sure, it’s great to be able to enjoy a healthy smile but that doesn’t mean you understand the details and advantages that come with treatments that can repair oral health problems as they arise. For a clearer understanding of restorative care – and why we always encourage you to schedule your appointments sooner than later – learn more by looking over the following information:

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Sleep Apnea Treatment: Do You Need It?

sleepapneaIf we determine that you suffer from sleep apnea, you will certainly need to visit us for sleep apnea treatment to protect your health and improve nightly rest. However, sometimes figuring out whether you suffer from this sleep disorder and if treatment is essential to you is the confusing part. Sleep apnea is a problem that – though it may cause a lot of noise and discomfort – may slip through the cracks because you may not notice it is happening. Though we can quickly assist you in identifying whether sleep apnea is affecting you, we understand that our patients prefer to feel educated and knowledgeable about self-diagnosing as concerns arise. To learn more about whether you may require treatment, consider the following:

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Preventive Dentistry: True-or-False Quiz

toothhappythumbsupYou have probably heard your entire life that prevention is always the wisest course of action when it comes to taking care of yourself. The same is true for dentistry for a good reason. Most oral diseases and disorders are completely preventable, which means you will never have to deal with uncomfortable symptoms if you visit us regularly for preventive dentistry. Or, if an issue does develop, we can offer preventive treatment to alleviate discomfort, while allowing you to avoid potentially serious long-term damage. Still not completely convinced? Learn more about what to expect for a better understand of just how significant preventive care can be:

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Why Choose Porcelain Veneers?

smileperfectHave you been investigating a variety of cosmetic dentistry treatments to pinpoint which one will guide you toward the beautiful smile makeover you desire? If so, you have likely come across the wonderful benefits of porcelain veneers. This treatment provides a genuine-looking façade over the visible portion of your natural teeth, rather than modifying them to achieve improvements. This means that with coverage and the ability to choose your preferences for your new smile, you can dramatically transform the way your smile looks. Wondering about some additional, more specific reasons to choose veneers? Learn more with the following:

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Dental Bonding Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

smilenudelipscloseupHave you recently learned a bit about the benefits of dental bonding? If so, you know that some of those small imperfections that cause you to feel less than thrilled about your smile’s appearance can be gone in the blink of an eye with bonding. Fortunately, it allows us to place what looks like additional tooth tissue where your smile could use more. Does this sound along the lines of what you have been hoping to achieve but you would like more information? Test your knowledge and learn more about the details with the following quiz:

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Dental Contouring Quiz: How Much Do You Know?

smileperfecttealtopIn your search for a way to improve the shape of your teeth, you may have stumbled upon the benefits of dental contouring. You probably know that you are unhappy with the current state of your smile’s appearance and that contouring may help. But how much do you really know about this treatment? Are you sure it’s contouring you need and not bonding? We invite you to find out how much you really know (and learn a thing or two in the process) with the following dental quiz:

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Several Reasons for Bad Breath

causes of bad breath (2)In most cases, you can tell when your breath is bad and are able to do your best to hide it from others. Unfortunately, you might not always know about your bad breath until someone points it out, and even knowing about it doesn’t mean you can successfully hide it. Luckily, most cases of chronic bad breath can be combatted with good hygiene an proper dental care, but knowing its cause is an essential first step. To help you defeat your persistent bad breath, we explore some of its more common causes. (more…)