Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, Uncategorized on May 20th, 2011
In days gone by, three of the most dreaded words a patient could hear from their dentist were “you need braces”. This reaction was understandble, since having your teeth straightened usually meant at least two years of wearing a mouth full of metal and being subjected to regular tightening of that metal. Thankfully, dental techniques [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Teeth Whitening, Uncategorized on May 3rd, 2011
Cosmetic dentistry and the services that are available within this specialty have made tremendous improvements in the last decade, causing more people to schedule appointments with dentists of this area of expertise. There are numerous types of cosmetic dentistry frequently utilized today, to improve smiles and increase patient’s confidence levels. The most common use of [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Tekscan Technology, Uncategorized on Apr 19th, 2011
Modern technologies have made a significant impact in all aspects of healthcare. New equipment and devices make some procedures easier to perform with more accurate results. Tekscan is a company that has devoted itself to creating sensor technology that helps dental professionals all around the world. An example of Tekscan technology is the T-scan system. [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers on Mar 9th, 2011
Porcelain veneers are an ideal way to correct stained, chipped, or crooked teeth, or to cover up the discoloration that often comes with aging. By using porcelain veneers, you can smile brighter, look younger, and feel better about yourself. The material that forms porcelain veneers closely resembles tooth enamel in part because it is translucent, [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Direct Bonding Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Uncategorized on Feb 18th, 2011
In dentistry, “bonding” is used to permanently adhere dental instruments or fixtures to your teeth through the use of adhesives and a curing light. Whether or not you are aware of it, it is likely that you have received bonding at some point in your life. There are two basic types of bonding: direct composite [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry, Uncategorized on Feb 4th, 2011
Gapped or broken teeth are more than just distractions on the surface. Forget the crooked smile. Every time you eat, the remaining teeth have to pick up the slack. As a result, repeated stress leads to jaw pain, bone loss and headaches, among other problems. Dental implants are a permanent way to replace lost teeth. [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Dental Implants, Direct Bonding Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Whitening, Uncategorized on Jan 18th, 2011
Make your smile beautiful with cosmetic dentistry. It is not your father’s dentistry. There are many ways to repair what is wrong with problem teeth in this day and age. Sitting with a mouthful of goo; for what seems like hours; is no longer necessary; a digital oral scanner has replaced that unpleasantness. Whitening is [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, Restorative Dentistry, Uncategorized on Jan 6th, 2011
Invisalign consists of aligners that are alternated every two weeks with each aligner being manufactured according to specific calculations that work to shift the teeth into their correct location. Invisalign has proven to be the answer for numerous individuals who have problems with their teeth and their smile. The treatment is versatile and has been [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Direct Bonding Dentistry, Uncategorized on Dec 17th, 2010
Bonding is a term used in dentistry to describe a common treatment to restore problem teeth. There are two kinds of dental bonding. One is adhesive bonding typically used on restorations, such as porcelain veneers. This article discusses the other type of bonding, called direct bonding. Everyone with chips in their teeth, gaps between them [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Porcelain Veneers, Restorative Dentistry, Teeth Whitening on Dec 9th, 2010
Restorative dentistry is a type of dentistry which restores teeth that are damaged because of mouth infections, an accident or aging. These type of procedures are complex and take time to complete. The first step is the taking of a thorough dental and medical history. This helps the dentist to evaluate the situation and recommend [...]