In basic terms, a dental crown is a permanent covering for a tooth made from a number of different materials. These materials include porcelain, metal, resin, and ceramic; metal is durable, but is only recommended for back teeth. A combination of porcelain and metal is one of the most popular choices. Crowns are made outside…
Read moreOral Health Day 2015 Reminder: 11 Dental Health Issues to Be Aware of
World Oral Health Day 2015 may have passed, but that doesn't mean that you should start to neglect your teeth. In fact, every provider of dental health services will tell their patients that every day should be an oral health day. Many oral health issues are easily preventable if you brush at least twice a…
Read moreInvisalign: How it Straightens Your Teeth
In the past, straightening one’s teeth involved braces. Between having the braces installed, keeping them clean, and any feelings of self-consciousness, it’s no wonder that many believe that having crooked teeth was a preferential alternative. Invisalign is a new system a dentist can use to straighten a patient's teeth while avoiding the discomfort and appearance…
Read moreDigital Dentistry
An image displaying a set of ill-shaped molars is probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “digital,” so you may be surprised to learn of the impact that digital imaging has made on the dental industry. And despite the slow and reluctant acceptance by some dental clinics, digital…
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