
Being prepared for oral surgery
July 8, 2016
Knowing what to expect during oral surgery and how to effectively recuperate can help guide you toward a speedy recovery. Oral surgery is often an outpatient procedure that requires local or general anesthesia, which means that you’ll return home shortly after your operation has been completed, with your doctor’s approval.
Wisdom Tooth Extraction
July 8, 2016
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon or your dentist can remove (extract) a wisdom tooth. The procedure often can be done in the dentist's or surgeon's office. You may have the surgery in the hospital, especially if you are having all your wisdom teeth pulled at one time or if you are at high risk for complications.Common questions about Lumineers
July 7, 2016
Q How are Lumineers different from traditional veneers? A Lumineers are unique in that they are ultra-thin (approximately 0.2 mm) and highly translucent, allowing them to replicate the natural appearance of enamel. While traditional veneers are much thicker, requiring the grinding down of your original tooth structure, Lumineers are so thin that little to no tooth reduction is necessary.How to Choose a Dentist
July 7, 2016
Choosing the right dentist for you and your family is an important task. You’ll want someone you are comfortable with who is also properly trained to provide the type of dentistry you need. Look for a dentist affiliated with a reputable office that is convenient to your home or work.Comparison of Indirect Restorative Dental Materials
June 29, 2016
Dental Materials Comparison of Indirect Restorative Dental Materials FACTORS ALL-PORCELAIN (ceramic) PORCELAIN Fused to metal GOLD ALLOYS (high noble) BASE METAL ALLOYS (non-noble) General Description Porcelain, ceramic or glass-like fillings and crowns.
Fighting Gum Disease: How to Keep Your Teeth
June 27, 2016
More than 75% of Americans over 35 have some form of gum disease. In its earliest stage, your gums might swell and bleed easily. At its worst, you might lose your teeth. The bottom line? If you want to keep your teeth, you must take care of your gums.
The Difference between Porcelain Veneers and Lumineers
June 25, 2016
Porcelain veneers are often confused with lumineers because the two are similar in many ways. Both porcelain veneers and lumineers are manufactured of thin porcelain and are used for similar purposes. They both are used in cosmetic dentistry in order to correct teeth imperfections.Food You Can and Cannot Eat if You Have Dental Veneers
June 24, 2016
It is recommended to exclude some meals from your usual diet and eat only soft food during the first days after the veneers placement. A porcelain veneer is a thin, semi-translucent shell made of porcelain which is bonded to the front surface of the tooth.
All veneers are not created equal
June 23, 2016
Cosmetic dentistry is rapidly moving beyond the realm of celebrities. More and more consumers believe emulating a superstar smile is the key ingredient to social and professional success. Thanks to cosmetic dentistry, particularly veneers, these people can attain the smile of their dreams.Statement on the Safety and Effectiveness of Tooth Whitening Products
June 23, 2016
For the last two decades, the ADA Council on Scientific Affairs has monitored the development and the increasing numbers of tooth whitening products. As the market for these products grew, the Association recognized a need for uniform definitions when discussing whiteners.What Does Teeth Whitening Do to Your Teeth?
June 23, 2016
In recent decades, teeth whitening treatments have become more mainstream in cosmetic dentistry. From toothpastes to dental trays, the oral aesthetic treatments for whiter teeth now generate millions of dollars each year. New whitening products are released regularly, and the industry shows no sign of slowing down.
The Dangers & Toxicity of Mercury
June 21, 2016
Dental amalgam is a primitive filling material made of between 43 and 54 percent mercury. Amalgam fillings are commonly called as “silver fillings” – a marketing term that deceives many consumers into believing that amalgam is mainly silver, which is only a minor component of amalgam.
Best Toothpastes for Whitening Your Teeth
June 17, 2016
We always like to look our best in public, and our teeth can certainly help boost moral and confidence levels when we smile. Of course it also helps if your teeth are gleaming white and in good shape. Seeing your dentist regularly is one way to ensure that your teeth (and smile) are in the best shape as well as using toothpastes that can assist with whitening, or bleaching.
How CEREC Zirconia makes restorations easier
June 17, 2016
The new CEREC Zirconia makes chairside, single-visit zirconia restorations possible. At this year’s Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, Sirona announced the combination of a trusted restorative material and the leading innovator in CAD/CAM dentistry.
Killer In Your Mouth: Remove Amalgam Fillings And You Will Be Healed Of Many Diseases
June 17, 2016
Silver (amalgam) fillings were first used in 1800 in France, and they are still used worldwide today. In fact, they are such a darling of dentists- cheap to produce and cost effective- that you’ll not likely find a dentist who will admit that the material placed in your mouth is the cause of many diseases and disorders.
Gum disease opens up the body to a host of infections
June 16, 2016
For centuries, the mouth and the body have been disconnected — at least when it comes to health care. Through the Middle Ages and beyond, teeth fell under the care of barbers, who could shave a customer and pull a molar with equal skill. In the 1700s, French surgeon Pierre Fauchard published the Treatise on Teeth, establishing dentistry as its own science.
5 key factors of dental savings plans in retirement
June 14, 2016
Dental savings plans, sometimes called discount dental plans, are an alternative to dental insurance. If you sign up, you'll have access to a network of dentists in your area who participate in the plan. These dentists offer you their services at discounted fees.
Benefits of Laser Technology for Cosmetic Dentistry
June 5, 2016
One of the newest technologies in dental offices today are the use of the laser. It is still new enough that not all dentists have this technology, but the ones who do are proud of all the advantages lasers offer to patients. There are many benefits and no drawbacks or side effects at all.Testimonials
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Been going here forever and they do an excellent job with all your dental needs and even with cosmetic dentistry as well!
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Dr. Gorbatov and the amazing team took amazing care of me during my extractions and had attended to me last minute. Very conveniently located!
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Great staff I was nervous but they made me feel at ease. I am confident that they will give me the smile that I airways wanted. The receptionist personality is...
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