You’ve undoubtedly heard of Invisalign before. Even if you don’t know someone who’s used clear aligners personally, you’ve probably seen ads in magazines and on television. If you’re considering straightening your teeth, you may wonder how, exactly, Invisalign differs from traditional metal braces and whether it’s an option for you. Here’s what you need to know. What is Invisalign? Traditional …
Three Reasons To See Your Dentist Regularly
There’s a theory about dental anxiety that goes something like this: patients miss an exam and forget to reschedule. Then, they miss the next visit and the one after that. Soon, they start to fear making an appointment – Will the cleaning take an extra-long time? What if someone comments about how long it’s been? This anxiety causes them to …
Dental Implant and Crown: Is This Combination Right for You?
If you’re missing a single tooth, you can choose to replace it with a dental bridge or a single-tooth dental implant. While bridges are a tried-and-true option that’s been around for decades, dental implants are becoming an increasingly popular restoration for many of our patients. They look and function just like natural teeth and they’re the only restoration that replaces …
Starting Your Child on the Road to Dental Health
The oral hygiene habits we start in our childhood last a lifetime. When kids learn to take good care of their teeth and that going to the dentist is a positive experience, it results in a healthier smile as an adult – not to mention drama-free dental visits. Here’s how to start your child on the road to dental health. …
How Your Teeth Can Predict Heart Disease and Diabetes
We encourage regular dental visits as preventive care against tooth decay and gum disease, but perhaps you’ve seen articles online about how your teeth can predict heart disease and diabetes before you’ve even seen your doctor. Is it true? Let’s dig in a little deeper. Does good dental hygiene prevent heart disease?You’re scrolling through your Facebook feed and see an …
Dental Implant Horror Stories: Top Mistakes to Avoid
Dental implants have a 97% success rate and are a safe and effective solution for missing or damaged teeth. As implant specialists, we love when our patients are well-informed because it’s also the best way to make sure you have long-term success. Here are three mistakes to avoid when it comes to dental implants. Using an inexperienced implant surgeonOf the …