Posted in Beautiful Smile, Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Patient Testimonials, Porcelain Veneers on May 4th, 2012
“I came to see Dr. Cobb because I had joint pain and difficulty eating. Now not only am I pain free, but I also have a gorgeous smile…I’m thrilled!” -Pam, Bethesda, Maryland (Pam now resides in Kuwait) “A dazzling smile transformed me from self-conscious to confident and proud.” S-usan, Annapolis, Maryland Share and Enjoy:
Posted in Dental Check ups, General Dentistry, Oral Cancer Screening, Oral Health, Routine Cleanings on Apr 11th, 2012
April is “National Oral Cancer Awareness Month.” Worldwide, the sixth most common cancers are oral cancers. In the U.S. an estimated 91,200 people are living with oral cancer. Nearly 37,000 people are diagnosed with oral or pharyngeal cancer annually. Oral cancer kills 1 person every hour, 24 hours each day. Annually, an estimated 8,000 deaths [...]
Posted in Dental Check ups, General Dentistry, Oral Cancer Screening, Oral Health, Routine Cleanings on Mar 21st, 2012
Experts have stated that people should see their dentist at least twice a year for a professional cleaning and checkup. That is certainly not something that you want to neglect. Regular checkups can help detect cavities and other common dental problems. Most root canals and extractions could have been prevented if people would see their [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Dental Implants, Implant Dentistry, Missing Teeth on Mar 6th, 2012
There are many way for a dentist to replace missing or damaged teeth. Dental implants are one solution that stands out amongst all of the other methods because of the versatility and their long term stability of the implants. In some case, teeth that have been damaged can be treated with a crown or a [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, TMJ on Feb 9th, 2012
Dr. Cobb, with his 25 years of practice, takes a holistic approach with his patients and looks at their entire system instead of just looking at their teeth. He understands occlusal disease, which is an imbalance of the jaws, teeth, muscles and joints. It is imperative that this system work in harmony to prevent temporomandibular [...]
Posted in Bridge Work, Gap in Teeth, Restorative Dentistry on Jan 9th, 2012
Your smile is one of the first things that someone notices about you when they first meet you and not having a straight, pearly-white smile can cause you to have problems with your self-esteem. Besides contributing to poor self-esteem, problems with your teeth can also contribute to discomfort in both your jaw and mouth. Problems [...]
Posted in Composite Resin Fillings, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns on Dec 21st, 2011
Have you ever been right in the middle of smiling, only to stop yourself because you were embarrassed about your teeth. A lot of people have silver colored fillings, which are also known as “amalgam” fillings. These fillings stand out against the white color of your teeth, especially if you have a lot of the [...]
Posted in General Dentistry, Gum Disease, Sore Gums on Dec 6th, 2011
Symptoms of periodontal disease, or gum disease, include swollen, red, sore and bleeding gums that often happens while brushing or flossing. It affects 75% of American adults according to The American Academy of Periodontology (AAP). Gum disease not only affects the gums, but can lead to gingivitis which can cause receding gums and even tooth [...]
Posted in Broken and Missing Teeth, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Dental Implants, Porcelain Veneers on Nov 22nd, 2011
Having broken and missing teeth can pose a lot of problems. Not only can it be embarrassing but it can also lead to health problems as well. It is important to get this problem fixed as soon as possible. Not only will you look and feel better about yourself, but your mouth will be much [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentist, Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign on Oct 19th, 2011
For many people, a fear of traditional braces can be a barrier to straight teeth. Metal braces are usually worn by children, so older teens may feel that a mouth full of metal will make them look younger than they are. Adults who need to have their teeth straightened worry that metal braces will make [...]