Considering Dental Implant Surgery? What Are The Benefits?
By Dr. Laura Kearney What Are Dental Implants? Every year millions of dental implants are placed by dentists in the United States, making them not only a common option for replacing teeth, but a very popular one as well. Dental implants are essentially posts that are surgically placed into the upper and or lower jawbone, replacing one or more teeth. Implants are made out of titanium, which is a strong yet lightweight metal, allowing them… Read more »
Is Teeth Whitening Safe? Get the Facts.
By Dr. Laura Kearney What is teeth whitening? Tooth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments requested by patients. Tooth whitening is a bleaching process that lightens the discolorations of tooth enamel and dentin. Common tooth whitening services include a mild solution in a custom fitted mouth tray that is worn over your teeth. The active ingredient in the gel solution, enters the enamel and dentin, and bleaches the discolored areas. The… Read more »
What are the differences between ceramic vs. composite veneers? What are the benefits of veneers?
By Dr. Laura Kearney What are the benefits of Veneers? For severely discolored or misshapen teeth, several different veneer technologies can help to create a great natural looking smile. The types of veneers that can be used for your teeth depend on how straight and discolored the teeth are prior to application. There are several types of composite resin and ceramic porcelain veneer techniques and materials, however they can be broadly classified into composite and… Read more »
Ask The Dentist: Should I Get Dental Veneers?
By Dr. Laura Kearney There are many different ways to improve the appearance of your teeth. While the best way to obtain a better smile naturally is with regular brushing, flossing, and teeth cleanings, if you have chipped, stained, or crooked teeth, veneers can help. Should I Get Dental Veneers? There are a number of conditions and cosmetic problems that veneers can help treat, including: Worn or chipped teeth Crooked or misshapen teeth Gaps or… Read more »
