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Dental veneers are popular cosmetic dentistry options for correcting minor physical and aesthetic issues with teeth. A veneer is a thin but strong piece of porcelain that is bonded to the front side of a tooth. They can be customized to match the color of teeth and improve the appearance of the smile.Dental veneers are…

If you have broken dentures, you might be tempted to try doing your own repairs. But even though it can be tempting, it is better to try to get a professional to do it. It will often take less time to get a good repair than if you tried to do it yourself because you…

A smile makeover involves treatments that can restore the appearance of your smile. Thanks to advances in cosmetic dentistry in the past couple of decades, even the most unsightly smiles you can think of can be fixed with a smile makeover.The way a dentist goes about restoring the appearance of a patient's teeth varies based…

More patients are looking for cosmetic dental treatments than ever before, and Zoom teeth whitening has become a popular choice. This light-activated whitening treatment is done in a series of four sessions under the light. The patient often takes home custom whitening trays and a bleaching solution as well. The procedure helps to remove tooth…

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, advanced gum disease, also known as periodontitis, affects approximately half of people over the age of 30 in the United States. Despite the prevalence of the condition, tooth loss is one of the unfortunate consequences of leaving the condition untreated. Nowadays, there are many successful treatment…

People who suffer from TMJ disorders may go through many treatment options before finding something that works well. One treatment option that has been gaining in popularity is using Botox® to alleviate symptoms. Patients who go for this method have usually tried other more traditional forms of symptom relief without success. In many cases, the cause…

Lasers have become a widely used tool by dentists for a variety of dental procedures, including professional teeth whitening treatments. By combining traditional bleaching products used for in-office whitening with a laser, dentists can help patients whiten the teeth by several shades in a short period of time.Learn how a dentist can use laser teeth…

Dental veneers are tooth-shaped restorations made from thin material and they are used to hide flaws on the front surface of teeth. They can be used to hide stains that are not responding to whitening treatments, hide a crooked smile or improve the shape or length of teeth.Dental veneers are very thin and they can…

For those wanting to improve gum appearance, laser dentistry can be an excellent option. Gum shape can make the teeth of some individuals appear small or uneven. For others, gum shape creates dissatisfaction with the look of the smile. Everyone should feel good about their smile, and laser gum reshaping can correct these issues without…

A dental filling often helps to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal shape and function. Fillings can also help prevent further decay. Cavities are very common. A high percentage of adults in America have had a cavity. Fortunately, a filling can help fix the damage caused by tooth decay. Read on…

If you are currently thinking about using the Invisalign® clear aligner system, this article is for you. Our general dentist will explain all the important facts and details to know before committing to the treatment.Treatments with Invisalign® involve using multiple aligner trays to slowly straighten the alignment of a patient's teeth. It works using the…

For patients experiencing widespread tooth loss due to tooth decay or gum disease, All-on-4® offers a permanent solution for replacing missing teeth. This treatment uses only four implants to substitute an entire arch of teeth, and most steps of the process are completed in a single surgery. Before choosing this restorative option, it important that…