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CEREC® systems are moving from the cutting edge of restoration dentistry and into the mainstream. More dentists are taking up the technology to provide their patients with quality, same-day restorations. Do restorations like CEREC® crowns come as advertised, or will this technology become just another passing trend? This article seeks to answer this question by…

Getting same day crowns can quickly improve the appearance of your mouth, but there are other things to look forward to. This treatment can be a viable alternative to extracting teeth, getting a bridge, or having dental implants. You can enjoy using your teeth normally again without having to wait weeks for a crown. Learn…

A wisdom tooth extraction is a common surgical procedure that involves the removal of one or more of your wisdom teeth. It is usually performed by a dentist. Wisdom teeth are the permanent teeth that grow at the very back of the mouth. Wisdom teeth, also known as third morals, often grow in before the…

Disorders of the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, can cause significant impairment and pain that affect life quality. Some sufferers can attribute the discomfort to symptoms of chronic illness or genetics. For others, curtailing specific habits that increase the risk of developing this condition is advisable.This joint connects the jaw to the temporal bones of the…

Treating sleep apnea does not necessarily have to involve wearing a CPAP machine while sleeping. There are alternatives to battling this condition and breathing effectively throughout the night. Your dentist may recommend that you wear oral appliances, which can open your airway. There are a couple of different options to consider, depending on the severity…

A chipped tooth can occur at the most unexpected times. It might happen while you are enjoying a crunchy snack or during one of your favorite contact sports. Chipped teeth can have a negative impact on the way that your smile looks, and they can leave teeth more susceptible to tooth decay.Regardless of how severe…

Dental veneers have been around since the first half of the twentieth century when they were first used in film-making. Since then, this dental treatment has been used to improve the appearance of teeth for patients who may have a variety of aesthetically displeasing oral issues. Originally, these thin tooth coverings were made of acrylic…

For many people, a dental crown is a good way to solve abnormalities with teeth. If you have a chipped, cracked or broken tooth, you should speak with your dentist about a solution. While there may be multiple options, dentists often prefer crowns. You can once again be free of pain and enjoy smiling.Often, poor…

Advances in dental technology allow dentists to offer CEREC® or Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic crowns to patients instead of traditional crowns. This technique is excellent for restoring the confidence of anyone with concerns about their front teeth, whether due to a lost tooth or other issues: Chips and breakage Coverage of an implant …

Many patients desiring straighter teeth need to make a choice between Invisalign® and traditional braces. As with most options, there are pros and cons to each, and the decision should not be made without doing some research and consulting a dental professional. Aligners will work more effectively on certain teeth types and problems than others. Whether…

Dental bonding has long been a common method of tooth restoration. Your dentist has the knowledge and training to successfully perform this procedure. The dentist will also know when it is appropriate to use bonding to repair a tooth or other oral health or cosmetic issue. There are certain situations where this makes more sense…

Tooth extraction can be used to treat a range of dental issues. Teeth play an important role when it comes to dental and overall health, but there are times when it is better to remove them and replace them with an oral prosthetic. With the exception of wisdom teeth, missing teeth should always be replaced…