A dental veneer is usually made of a thin porcelain shell. It is bonded to the front of the tooth and takes the place of the natural enamel. A challenge for those who get dental veneers is keeping them from staining. Although they’re coated with a stain-resistant resin, veneers can be damaged and stained by […]
Reasons to Extract Wisdom Teeth As Soon As Possible
1) A sac, similar to the amniotic sac surrounding a baby in utero, surrounds impacted wisdom teeth. If the impacted wisdom tooth is not extracted and the sac perforated and removed, this sac encasing the impacted wisdom tooth my form a dentigerous cyst, which could then turn into an ameloblastoma. Both these pathologic entities can […]
5 Reasons to Consider Same-Day Crowns
When you’re in need of a dental crown, you want the process to be quick and convenient. Traditionally, crowns require two visits. During the first visit, needed dental work will be done, such as drilling out cavities, performing a root canal, or trimming a tooth that is cracked, chipped, or broken. During the first appointment, […]
Why Your Smile Could Be the Key to a Successful Job Interview
There are a lot of factors involved in nailing a job interview. First, you have to be qualified for the position, but this is usually a prerequisite to getting an interview. From there, you have to find a way to impress hiring agents. You can prepare by conducting mock interviews at home with the help […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental X-Rays
Most people who have been to the dentist are familiar with the drill, so to speak. You undergo examination and cleaning, along with tests to determine the overall state of your oral health. During some appointments, patients also receive dental x-rays. While the purpose of having a check-up and cleaning is relatively clear – keeping […]
The Importance of Maintaining Good Oral Health in Your Senior Years
Good oral health is always important, but as we age, risk factors for oral health issues increase and in some instances, bad habits make matters worse. If you want to continue to eat, drink, smile, laugh, and talk normally well into your senior years, maintaining good oral health is imperative. Your oral health can also […]