How Professional Laser Teeth Whitening Works

Posted on: 20 May 2022

Not satisfied with the color of your teeth and want to do something about it? If so, you should meet with a cosmetic dentist about having your teeth professionally whitened. Here is how a laser whitening treatment works. Consultation The process starts with getting a consultation with your dentist. They need to make sure that you are a good candidate for getting teeth whitening since it's possible that you may have discoloration that cannot be treated by whitening.
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Severe Gag Reflex & Need Dental Work? Sedation Dentistry Can Help

Posted on: 11 April 2022

A gag reflex is normal in everyone. It's your body's natural, automatic mechanism to keep anything from entering the larynx, pharynx, and trachea. For some people, however, their gag reflex can be so severe that it makes it difficult for them to have any dental work done. It's very probable that they avoid going to the dentist because doing so can be a traumatizing experience.  If this sounds like you, and you've been avoiding going to the dentist even though you desperately need to, sedation dentistry can help.
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Does Your Tooth Need A Root Canal?

Posted on: 28 February 2022

Do you have a tooth that is causing you problems, and are worried that it needs a root canal? If so, it will help to know some of the warning signs that could indicate that there is a problem that requires a visit to the dentist. Localized Swelling You'll want to pay attention to if there is any swelling around the tooth. The need for a root canal is because the pulp of the tooth is infected, so there will likely be some sort of localized swelling around the affected tooth.
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Stainless Steel Dental Crowns For Adults: Are They An Option?

Posted on: 17 January 2022

When your molar needs a dental crown, your dentist is going to have their own recommendation about the best material for the task. Crowns are available in different materials, although porcelain is the most common. It offers the required strength to restore the tooth, while also looking like a natural tooth. Porcelain fused to a metal frame achieves the same outcome. However, the look of the restoration may not be so important to you (since it's a rear molar at the very back of your dental arch).
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