How do Dental Bridges Work? Many people ask how a dental bridge should fit. Bridges fill in the gap left by a tooth or multiple missing teeth by securing a false tooth to surrounding teeth or implants. The false tooth provides a “bridge” between your healthy teeth. In return, the surrounding teeth offer strength andContinue reading “Dental Bridges”
Category Archives: Dental Procedures
Clear Aligners
What Are the Benefits of Clear Aligners? Aligners offer some benefits that metal braces don’t. For example, aligners allow for easier brushing and flossing since they’re removed for cleaning. Plus, food won’t get stuck like metal brackets. The most significant benefit is that clear aligners are nearly invisible, meaning many people won’t be able toContinue reading “Clear Aligners”
Dentures
Types of Dentures A conventional complete denture is placed in a patient’s mouth after the remaining teeth are removed, and tissues have healed, which may take several months. An immediate complete denture is inserted as soon as the remaining teeth are removed. The dentist takes measurements and makes models of the patient’s jaws during aContinue reading “Dentures”
Dental Restoration
What Is an Inlay? A dental inlay is a pre-molded filling fitted into the grooves of your tooth. It’s most often used as restoration for cavities (also known as dental caries) that are centered in your tooth instead of along the outer edges or “cusps.” These cavities have usually not progressed into more extensive toothContinue reading “Dental Restoration”
Dental Implants
What Are Subperiosteal Implants? Subperiosteal implants rest on top of the jawbone and under your gum tissue. Through osseointegration, they fasten to your jawbone over time. There are a few reasons your dental professional may recommend them over the more commonly used endosteal implants. For example, you may have bone loss in your jaw, orContinue reading “Dental Implants”
Crowns
Why Would I Need a Crown? What are Dental Crowns Made Of? If you’ve always wanted a golden crown, you might be able to have one – in your mouth. However, not all crown materials are mined. Some are scientifically developed or designed from other natural substances, according to the National Center for Biotechnology InformationContinue reading “Crowns”
Veneers
What Are Porcelain Veneers? Porcelain veneers are thin pieces of porcelain shaped to fit over the front side of your tooth. The material matches the shape and color of your permanent teeth for a look so natural that it’s difficult to tell them apart from your other teeth. Choosing porcelain veneers comes with several advantages,Continue reading “Veneers”