What is a Dental Crowns and Dental Bridges? A dental crown is a cap shaped like a tooth that provides support and protection for a damaged tooth. This may be necessary when a natural tooth is broken, worn down, or structurally weak. A crown can also be placed on a tooth that has a large…

Benefits of Teeth Whitening at the Dentist’s Office Teeth whitening at the dentist’s office is the safest and most effective method of achieving whiter teeth. In-office whitening occurs under carefully monitored conditions. Teeth whitening under professional supervision allows for safe, controlled, pain-free treatment. Professional whitening products use a stronger concentration of hydrogen peroxide than over-the-counter…

Understanding Root Canals Below the enamel and dentin, there is pulp at the center of a tooth. The pulp contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. When the pulp becomes injured or infected, the patient may experience swelling, infection, and pain. Even when outwardly apparent symptoms are not present, bacteria within the root canal may…

The Right Candidates for Complete Mouth Reconstruction Patients suffering from dental conditions that interfere with their normal tooth function and cause constant pain or discomfort may want to explore a full mouth reconstruction. Many patients who undergo this procedure have lost a tooth due to trauma, or have injured, chipped, badly worn, or fractured teeth.…

Understanding Dental Laminates Both dental laminates, like veneers, can improve the appearance of a patient’s smile. However, they have key differences that patients should consider. Laminates tend to be lighter and less durable than veneers. While dental laminates can improve the whiteness of teeth, they are not appropriate for dental repairs. Laminates are much thinner…

Why Dental Checkups Are Important Oral health is important to overall health. In addition, oral health problems could be indications of other health problems. Gum disease, for example, can affect the immune system. It is also especially dangerous for pregnant women, as it is linked to premature birth and low birth weight. Identifying and correcting…

Good Candidates for Smile Makeovers The most common reason for wanting a smile makeover is when someone does not feel good about the way their smile looks. Anyone who is not entirely confident in showing their mouth can be a good candidate. Here are some dental issues that a smile makeover can repair: Chipped or…

What a Pediatric Dentist Does Pediatric dentists have the experience and qualifications to take care of children’s teeth, gums, and mouth. While all dentists attend a four-year accredited school to receive their dentistry degree, pediatric dentists have additional training and qualifications. According to America’s Pediatric Dentists, these dental specialists go through a two-year residency program…

Common Dental Emergencies According to the American Association of Endodontists, emergency dental care is appropriate when a person: Breaks, cracks, or chips a tooth because of an impact or fall Loses a tooth because of an impact or fall Experiences severe pain because of a decayed or infected tooth Some damage or trauma to teeth…

The Process of Getting Dental Implants Dental implants are small screw-shaped titanium posts that function similarly to the root of a natural tooth. Once placed in the jawbone, the posts fuse with the bone to create a solid base for replacement teeth. The presence of the implant stimulates new bone growth in the jaw. However,…