7 Ways Porcelain Restorations Can Save Your Smile
3 Minute Read: Whether you want to repair or replace a single tooth or need extensive dental work, a porcelain crown and bridge can help. A porcelain crown replicates the visible portion (crown) of a healthy tooth. A porcelain bridge replaces one or more missing teeth and consists of one or more pontics (artificial teeth) […]
Read MoreAre Porcelain Veneers Worth the Price?
3 Minute Read: Cosmetic dentistry offers many ways to improve the appearance of your smile, with dental veneers being among the most popular. There are two primary options for veneers available: porcelain and composite (bonding). Porcelain veneers may be more expensive than bonding, and this method of brightening and repairing damaged teeth offers superior benefits, […]
Read MoreHow Do I Prevent and Treat Teeth Grinding?
3 Minute Read: Teeth grinding (bruxism) is common and everyone grinds their teeth at one time or another. However, serious cases can often lead to worn down or broken teeth and can contribute to temporomandibular disorders (TMD), sometimes called TMJ. If you suspect or have been told that you grind your teeth at night, it’s […]
Read MoreWhy Do Porcelain Dental Crowns Look Better?
2 Minute Read: Dental crowns are restorations crafted to look just like your natural tooth. The crown protects your tooth from further decay and returns function to your bite. There are several materials used to create dental crowns, including gold, metal alloys, and porcelain over metal, but pure porcelain is the clear choice when it […]
Read MoreDo I Need Dental Implants or Bridges?
4 Minute Read: Losing one or more teeth causes both aesthetic and functional problems. Men and women facing this situation have several options to restore their lost tooth or teeth. Two of the most common include dental implants and dental bridges. Both of these solutions fill the “hole” in the mouth where the missing tooth […]
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