by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Pediatric Dentistry, Preventive, Services
Dental sealants are clear coatings applied to the surfaces of a child’s molars to prevent the development of tooth decay. They work by preventing food and plaque from resting in the grooves and crevices of molars – an area especially susceptible to cavities. According...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Preventive, Services
A bite guard is a dental appliance custom-fit to a patient’s teeth. Bite guards serve varying purposes and are often recommended for use in patients of all ages. It is important that bite guards be professionally fit, rather than purchased over the counter, as this...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Restorative, Services
Like a bridge, partial dentures rest on surrounding teeth to fill in the gaps where one or more teeth are missing. But unlike a bridge, partial dentures are fully removable by the wearer. Partials are affordable alternatives to other types of dental prosthetics and...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Restorative, Services
Porcelain fused to metal, or PFM restorations have been a standard in restorative dentistry for more than three decades. During that time, dentists around the world have adopted PFM crowns and bridges due to the versatility for use, as well as their ability to be...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Restorative, Services
Provisional restorations are often used during complex restorative dental procedures to serve as temporary prosthetic replacements while patients wait for a permanent restoration. Provisional restorations offer patients to try-out the look and feel of the final...
by | Apr 5, 2018 | Dentistry General, Services
While your dentist’s main goal is preserve all the teeth in your mouth, there are certain cases where this may not be possible. In these cases, an extraction is usually recommended to remove the problematic tooth and prevent your oral health from declining. Dental...
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