What Are the Different Types of Dental Crowns?
A dental crown may be recommended to restore function and approve the appearance of a patient’s damaged tooth. Dental crowns act as a cap that protects the enamel and improves bite strength. There are several options to achieve these enhancements. What Is a Dental Crown? When a cavity is too large for a filling or…
Caring for Your Teeth After a Root Canal
Root canals are a fairly common dental procedure, essential for patients with a tooth infection, decay and subsequent pain. How does the process work? After administering anesthesia, a dentist removes the infected tissue, seals the tooth and provides instructions for post-surgical care. A follow-up visit will be scheduled for a crown to be added, so…
Implants vs. Dentures: Which Solution Is Right for You?
When you need to have multiple teeth replaced, your dentist may present two options: A set of dentures or a series of implants. About Each Solution Dentures are a removable solution made from synthetic material or metal. They act as a substitute for teeth in the upper or lower jaw and some of the gum…
Who’s a Good Candidate for Same-Day Crowns?
When a tooth experiences trauma or starts to decay, custom-made “cap” called a crown can provide the structure and bite strength needed to function along with your other teeth. These caps fit over the full tooth to help correct cosmetic issues, protect and preserve the roots, lessen future damage and restore bite strength. Once added,…
How Harmful Is Teeth Shaving?
In 2020, one do-it-yourself dental trend emerged on TikTok: Teeth shaving, in which a nail file or piece of sandpaper is used to shave down uneven teeth. The trend is not exclusive to this rapidly growing social media platform. Similar DIY hacks have existed for years on YouTube and beauty blogs. While teeth shaving is…