It would be nice if we all developed perfect teeth from birth, but only a minor percentage of the population is so lucky. For some, it’s unplanned events that impact there teeth, such as disease or accidents. Others may just be born with conditions that can affect natural tooth development, such as hypodontia — which […]
Advances in dentistry mean that today, people can have one, a few, or all of their teeth replaced without anyone ever being able to tell the difference. Missing teeth can wreak havoc on the appearance and function of your smile — other teeth can shift, chewing and speech can be affected, and other complications can […]
You need to love this career. Like anything difficult, there will be times when you want to quit. Moments will test you. If you don’t love dentistry and find passion in it, you will not last long enough to perfect your craft and enjoy all the rewards this profession offers. There were many moments in […]
TBH, far more than anything else, I’m most self-conscious about my teeth. Of course, I strive for self-love and compassion every day. But I won’t lie—it can be hard to not pick apart my smile in the mirror or criticize every photo. Ugh. And while my identified “issues” lie more in shape and alignment, as a coffee-loving gal, teeth bleaching as […]
Disclaimer: “All on 4” is a registered trademark of NobelBiocare By Derek Gatta DMD MS FACP Before dental implants, removable dentures were the only option for people missing all their teeth. Dentures are acrylic plates that are fitted to your gums and provide the ability to chew soft foods, speak and smile. They are certainly better than […]
By Derek Gatta DMD MS FACP Dental implants are a game changer for tooth replacement therapy. Previously, patients did not have great options for replacing missing teeth. Patients usually received a dental bridge or removable teeth they had to take out at night. Dental implants are titanium posts and are very biocompatible. A dental surgeon places dental implants […]
Electric toothbrushes DO work! They help to stimulate the gums and give you a more effective cleaning. For example: With Sonicare toothbrushes the brush head vibrates at hundreds of times per second, with the latest models at 31,000 strokes per minute or 62,000 movements per minute (517 Hz). Brushing alone only cleans 70% of your teeth. This is why we recommend flossing! Flossing not only helps […]
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04 May 2020 Dear Patients: We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our […]
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