Getting a tooth filling may not be the most pleasant procedure. Dentists put a patient’s mouth under local anesthesia, so they can do their job without causing pain to the patient. Even with a numb mouth, the process can be unavoidably uncomfortable. Whether he or she is drilling or using a laser, patients have to [...]
Straightening teeth with braces is a process that many of us decide to go through. Whether we visit the orthodontist as a pre-teen or as a middle-aged person, we may have a variety of reasons for the trip. Cosmetic dentistry is often the top consideration for metal, clear, and Invisalign braces. Yet, these are all [...]
Any dentist who’s been practicing for a long time (like 30 years) can tell you a lot about how drastic the dental industry and profession have changed. The relationship between patient and dentist has been the most dramatic adjustment over the years. Technological advances have made dental services faster, more effective, and usually pain-free. But [...]
The inside of the mouth can be a dark and difficult place to navigate. There once was a time when dentists only had overhead lighting to depend on, to see their way around in your mouth. That can be a major inconvenience, if not a problem, for most dental care providers. In fact, it can [...]
It seems like the harder drink manufacturers try to make their products delicious to consume, the more damaging they become to the teeth. The dilemma is how do you sweeten with substances that don’t cause havoc in your mouth. An abundance of sugar is no friend to your physique, but it can also do damage [...]
The most noticeable cosmetic dentistry needs are typically protruding, spaced, or crooked teeth. Treatments vary depending mostly on what method the patient prefers to use. The costs will vary slightly as well. Whether the patient is an adult or a child, these methods can be used with comparable results. However, underbites will need to be [...]
Ever wondered why you can’t enjoy ice cream and popsicles in the summer like most other people? Does the thought alone of crunching down onto a piece of ice send chills up your spine? Well, this kind of sensitivity to cold is not naturally a characteristic of your teeth. However, it is typically a sign [...]
A visit to the dentist can be a fairly messy occasion. Think about your last trip to the dentist, and it probably wasn’t an enjoyable memory. Regardless of the severity of the procedure, the dentist’s various drills and tools will usually yield a fair amount of drool, blood, and discomfort. Fortunately, new laser techniques promise [...]
There used to be a big difference between the person who’s seeking dental work for general hygiene, and those seeking it for appearances sake. Typically, when cavities show up, it’s time to do whatever’s necessary to keep the mouth healthy. But the increased emphasis on cosmetic dentistry is allowing people to improve the look of [...]
Dental work has a long history, and well-deserved reputation, of causing great patient discomfort. Going to the dentist for anything beyond a check-up can induce fear in people from 8 to 80 years old. Technological advancements have gone a long way over the years in eliminating the pain and most of this discomfort. However, the [...]