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Now, nearly everyone who needs straighter teeth can be treated with Invisalign. Using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten teeth.  Whether your teeth are crowded, too far apart or have shifted since wearing braces, you'll have a new reason to smile.  The latest technology makes it possible.…

Could it be caused by Acid Erosion?   Frequent consumption of Acids throughout the day in everyday substances such as fruit, orange juice, wine and soft drinks can cause tooth erosion. Acid Erosion occurs when acids from foods and drinks soften the surface of the tooth allowing the enamel to be slowly worn away. More often…

Do you know that tooth ENAMEL is the hardest substance in our body...harder than bone? I thought you may be interested in some fun facts associated with our teeth...here's to Smile Trivia!! + Visiting the dentist at least twice a year is imperative for dental health. + We buy 18 yards of dental floss a…

Welcome back to Dental Implants Blog Series! You have learned so much about dental implants! What else should you know? And, how can  you tell if implants are the right choice for YOU? As with any medical procedure, you and your dentist should discuss complications related to the healing factors that could influence long-term success…

Who would be placing your implant...Who are the dentists involved in my treatment? Although dental implant placement is not a recognized specialist by the American Dental Association, it is a field that requires special training in the procedure. Dental implants may be placed by a general dentist, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, a prosthodontist, or…

Dental Implants...Are there different types?   Welcome Back  to the Vth of our DENTAL IMPLANTS...AN OPTION IN SMILE RECONSTRUCTION series. The American Dental Association has declared two different types of dental implants safe for insertion and use.  These include: 1. Endosteal Implant 2. Subperiosteal Implant   The endosteal implant is most like tooth roots, extending…

What Are Implants Made Of? Well, dental implants today are made of a biocompatible and strong metal known as TITANIUM.  This metal has proven to be extremely compatible with bone and soft tissues.  Although still a metal, more recent dental implants are made of a white material known as Zirconia.  Many people do not know…

Who can have implants? We would like to think that all who want implants can eventually have them.  However, the reality is somewhat different.  Here's how... Potential implant candidates must, first of all, be in good overall health. Implant therapy may involve more than one surgery and so requires stable health so as to sustain,…

Welcome back to Part II of Dental Implants...An option in Smile Reconstruction! So, now that we know what dental implants are....lets now learn about their benefits! What are the benefits of Dental Implants, you ask? There are many....read on to discover a few: 1. Implants integrate, or fuse, to the jaw bone, resulting in stability…

Nothing replaces a healthy set of teeth.... However, when life circumstances result in tooth loss, I am here to tell you that you have some options in restoring your smile.  Dental Implants, for most people, offer the most natural and similar feel and appearance to your own teeth.  This article will be the first of…

Oftentimes, I am the first to see patients' symptoms. Dentists, like me, are often the first to recognize the signs or symptoms of what we know as GERD.  Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is an ailment in which a small muscular ring, positioned at the union of the stomach and esophagus, known as the esophageal sphincter,…

Have you taken a swig of a cold drink and winced in pain?  Read on to learn why this may be... 1. Brushing too hard is a huge and common problem.  Hard strokes wear away at the gum tissue as well as the tooth's enamel, leaving the tooth sensitive to whatever it comes in contact…