Q&A: CEREC One-Visit Crowns

dentalcrowndirectviewWhen patients learn that they can receive one-visit crowns thanks to advanced dental technology, they typically feel quite excited. However, with this seemingly too-good-to-be-true option, patients also experience a tendency to feel hesitant. As a result, they ask many questions and often perform some research on their own. We can assure you that this treatment is as wonderful as it sounds. As for the details, however, how much do you really know? We invite you to test yourself to find out – what you don’t know now, we will be happy to explain during your next visit.

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LEGOLAND Brick Or Treat

halloweenpumpkinhatIs your little one quite the fan of Legos? Are you secretly wishing you were just a tot, so you could spend your time building fantastic structures on a daily basis, too? If so, this is an exciting Halloween-themed activity the whole family can enjoy!

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Ignoring Root Canal Treatment: A Quiz

quizgridWhen we are told to do something that we don’t want to do – even when it’s important – we often choose to ignore the issue at hand rather than finding a way to make it work. This is often the case when we inform patients that a root canal treatment is required to save an infected or seriously damaged tooth. The problem with this is that ignoring a root canal can result is severe consequences. We suggest you take a stroll through an informative quiz – it will help you become more familiar with what makes root canals so very urgent. And do yourself a favor: Remember that this treatment is completely comfortable and will rescue your oral health.

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Q&A: Dental Fillings

Q&AbulletinHave you ever given much thought to scheduling your dental filling? Do you ever wonder what will become of your tooth afterwards? Perhaps you’re an individual dealing with dental anxiety, so everything from a checkup to a filling is something that certainly causes you a lot of concern. Whatever your unique experience with this restorative dentistry treatment, we always suggest that you ask all of your questions – our goal is to ensure you feel comfortable and confident. For now, we encourage you to consider answers to some questions frequently posed regarding fillings and what to expect.

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Ways Restorative Dentistry Helps

toothquestionAre you familiar with the extensive nature of restorative dentistry? Perhaps you know that we are ready to fix your problem with your smile but that’s about all you know. Since we feel very strongly about educating our patients, so they feel confident about their care, we invite you to learn more about what to expect from restorative services. You will find that they run the full gamut when it comes to addressing your needs. From tooth decay or infection to tooth loss, we are prepared to help you with a full spectrum of oral health concerns.

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Reasons To Align Your Teeth

womanthumbsuptankIf you have been thinking about improving the alignment of your teeth with cosmetic braces, you may need some convincing. We often find that patients assume there is no good enough reason to straighten their smiles. Instead, patients often rationalize problems away. While we applaud patients for focusing on their inner beauty as much as their outer beauty, there’s certainly something to be said for the way you feel about yourself when you feel wonderful about the way your smile looks. And, of course, there are some other very convincing reasons to say “yes” to orthodontic care – allow us to explain.

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Common Questions About Veneers

questionmarkyellowHave you spent time lately thinking about how porcelain veneers work? Perhaps you’ve been going over the details of the procedure in your mind and have bee visualizing what your smile will look like once it is complete. If you are finding that additional questions are coming up as you consider veneers more seriously, we will be glad to provide answers. To address your particular concerns or curiosities, we recommend that you come in to see us for a consultation. However, we have a hunch that answering some commonly asked questions will help for now.

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Dental Bonding Or Contouring?

versussignyellowIf you have been studying up on cosmetic dentistry, particularly for the smaller esthetic concerns, you have likely become familiar with dental bonding and contouring. The good news is that learning about the benefits of these treatments will quickly show you that you can address your smile problems with ease. The bad news is that because both bonding and contouring offer similar advantages, you may find yourself a bit confused about your options (like which one to choose and when). Allow us to clarify, so you can become one step closer to attaining a more beautifully refined smile.

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Q&A: Attaining A Whiter Smile

teethwhiteningtransformAre you somewhat unsure about what it takes to achieve a whiter smile? Do you feel that your confusion namely centers on the fact that you have multiple options? We understand that differentiating between treatments that often offer similar benefits can cause you to feel conflicted regarding which is best for your needs. While visiting us for an exam and cosmetic consultation is your best approach, we are glad to provide you with some clarifying information. Get a head start by learning about which cosmetic treatment will work best for your whitening needs.

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Is Your Brushing Beneficial?

toothbrushesblueishPatients often think that as long as they move a toothbrush around in their mouths at some point during the day, they’re doing what they need to do to maintain a healthy smile. Unfortunately, cutting corners with preventive care can often result in significantly negative side effects. Rather than leaving yourself vulnerable to problems like gum disease or cavities, we suggest you learn the quick and easy guidelines that can transform your daily brushing from “bad” or “okay” into truly beneficial. Rest assured, even if you need to make some changes, it is never too late to start practicing effective prevention.

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