Minor dental procedures like dental fillings and cleaning are safe to perform during pregnancy if said pregnancy is healthy without any complications. These procedures are usually recommended for the second or third trimester. However, if the pregnancy is difficult or the OB-GYN has not cleared the patient for this type of procedure, it’s highly recommended…
Wisdom teeth removed can be a very simple procedure, similar to tooth extraction. However, there are cases that are more complex and involve a surgical extraction. This would require bone removal and sectioning of the tooth crown and root which will allow complete removal of your wisdom teeth. There are several factors which determine whether…
Invisalign is the next big thing for having a straight smile. It works as well as traditional braces and it also allows the patient to live their life as normal as before. The popularity of this alternative treatment grows from year to year, thanks to its comfort, practicality, effectiveness and stylish looks. If you’re still…
Porcelain veneers are an ideal solution for everyone who wants to have a perfect smile. Dental veneers (the more technical name) give you a natural look of your teeth and also provide the flexibility and endurance of the natural tooth enamel. Dental veneers aren’t just for those that want to perfect their smile. They are…
After dental surgery, recovery should be your #1 concern. In order to prevent any infection or trauma to the surgical area, make sure that you follow the post-operative instructions provided by the surgeon or dentist. When properly followed, these general guidelines will ensure rapid recover and optimal healing. Bleeding after tooth extraction Minor bleeding in…
When it comes to restoring your teeth’s natural looks, the dentist usually has to pick between doing a dental crown or filling. Even though both do the same thing i.e. repair damaged teeth, there are a few significant differences between them which ultimately determine which option the dentist will go with when performing your emergency…
In 1985, German physicist Wilhelm Röntgen first introduced radiology to the world. Since this breakthrough achievement into the science of x-rays, medical radiography has only continued to exceed technological boundaries and modern medicine. Since then, modern technology has taken this method and advanced it over and over, just like every other device out there today….
Dental Implants are the most efficient way to replace broken or missing teeth, crowns or to support bridges. Sometimes patient’s dental insurance may not cover the cost of dental implants procedure. What factors may influence the value of dental implants? Number of replacements Cost of replacing several teeth will be logically more than replacing of…
Have you ever wondered why you need to make appointments with your dentists every six months? Believe it or not, there are a number of reasons why doing those twice a year visits are important for your dental and oral health. A recent survey said that that around 58% of people see the dentist, but…
Fillings are very common and a large percent of the US population has at least one. This is because there are many causes of tooth decay or cavities. Often times, people don’t know they even have an issue occurring until it’s too late. By that time, odds are, a filling or similar treatment is needed…