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We all suspect that how we look makes a difference in our lives. Think of the days when everything is going fine – that’s a day you’re feeling good and probably looking good. In our teens, looks are everything. But as we get older, we tend to take our appearance for granted, and rely instead […]

Throughout history, dentists have tried to recreate the function and beauty of natural teeth when tooth structure has been lost. Restoring function used to be the main goal of a dentist because prior to the 1970’s, dentistry lacked the proper technology to achieve fine esthetics as well as function. Dentists could only predictably offer patients […]

Cosmetic dentists aren’t all white coats and Novocaine. There is both art and science in a dentist’s day. Case in point: what appears to be more or less routine restoration of missing or broken teeth – dental crowns and dental bridges – is akin to principles of architecture. Think of the arch of your mouth […]

When you decide to have crowns done, especially if they involve your front teeth, you will want to be able to give your input regarding how the final crowns will look. One way to do this is with temporary dental crowns. When your teeth are prepared for crowns, the dentist will place temporary dental crowns […]

Maybe the reason we find an eight-year-old’s gapped teeth smile so adorable is…we know it’s not permanent. Soon the grown-up teeth will be poking through, clean and new. All part of the mouth’s natural evolution. It’s not often that nature gives us a second chance, but when it comes to teeth it does just that. […]

Choice is a wonderful thing. It can mean the opportunity to look a dozen years younger than your actual age. Which, in this youth-obsessed culture, gives you extra advantages, whether you’re thirty-something or a grandparent. These choices include your teeth. Not just movie stars, but adults in all walks of life, are opting for cosmetic […]

Dental inlays and dental onlays are valuable for restoring teeth that are severely decayed or worn. Typically, they are applied to the chewing surfaces on the back teeth. What Is the Difference Between a Dental Inlay and a Dental Onlay? In restorative dentistry, an inlay is used more like a filling for restoring normal tooth […]

In dental materials, composite resins are just about the most exciting thing to come down the pike in a long while. Resins may well symbolize the value of long-term, persistent research. From humble beginnings in 1956, the search for an effective adhesive dental filling has culminated in resin materials – versatile, relatively strong, with cosmetic […]

Dental crowns (also known as “caps”) are needed on teeth for various reasons. Two of the reasons crowns are needed is to restore broken and unaesthetic – ugly – teeth. How Long Do Dental Crowns Last? When crowns are well made, research shows that the average length of time before they wear out is approximately […]

We’ve come a long way from the “yank ’em” philosophy of early dentistry, before techniques and materials gave us the wherewithal to save teeth. These days, there’s rarely a case we can’t salvage. It’s a good time for dentists-saving teeth is why we get up in the morning. The way we see it, a missing […]