Dental Blog

Periodontal disease occurs when bacterial plaque and tartar become trapped in pockets between the gums and teeth, and infection spreads to the bone and ligaments that support the teeth.

If you’re missing all the teeth in your upper and/or lower jaw, implant-retained overdentures mounted on solid implants hold several advantages over regular dentures.

Cosmetic dentistry is a blend of art and medical science that goes far beyond giving you a Hollywood smile. While the focus of cosmetic dentistry is on enhancing appearance, it also ensures functionality of your teeth.

The benefits of dentures cover both aesthetics and functionality. Whether you’ve lost some or all of your teeth, dentures can boost your self-regard by restoring your smile while enabling you to speak and eat with confidence.

You might think the widely-acclaimed Invisalign method of teeth straightening is just for kids, but adults get orthodontic problems too. Several factors can lead to adults needing treatment for crooked teeth, and Invisalign gives them a highly-effective alternative to traditional braces. Invisalign is great for adults who believe it’s never too late to get the smile they’ve always dreamt of.

Root canal treatment can save an infected or otherwise badly-damaged tooth. It entails removal of tooth pulp, and sometimes the nerve, and cleaning, filling and sealing the affected area.

If you have a problem with a tooth, your dentist may recommend a crown or a filling. But do you really understand the difference? If you’re not sure, you’re not alone. Many people get confused about dental treatment options, so here we’ll look in some detail at the difference between crowns and fillings to give you a better idea about which may be right for you.

Dental implants have become the tooth replacement system of choice for many people. Implants look and feel like natural teeth and won’t slip about like ill-fitting dentures. Implants also keep your jaw healthy, which maintains your facial appearance.

Many people who want a gleaming Hollywood smile opt for cosmetic dentistry veneers. It’s hardly surprising when you consider that dental veneers made their debut in a Tinseltown movie shoot.

Implants provide stability for dentures, making them more comfortable. Other benefits of combining dentures with dental implants include increased self-confidence, better nutrition, and improved facial appearance.