2015

Going On A Date With The Perfect Guy? Here’s How To Keep Your Smile Looking Fantastic

If you are getting ready to head on a date with the perfect guy, you are probably looking forward to getting to know your new beau. The last thing that you probably want to worry about is feeling self-conscious about the look of your teeth, especially when you're having an intimate conversation or when you're snapping a selfie for your social media profile. These are a few date night tips that you can follow to keep your teeth looking 100 percent fantastic. Read More 

Party Get Out Of Hand? 3 Steps To Take If Your Tooth Has Been Knocked Out

Things got a little crazy at the holiday party and you ended up getting a tooth knocked out. The next steps you take are very important. In fact, they could determine whether or not you lose the tooth permanently. Here are three steps you'll need to take before you head to the dentist's office. Find and Preserve the Tooth If your tooth has been knocked out, you need to find the tooth as soon as possible. Read More 

Q & A For Dental Implants Used As Dental Bridge Supports

Dental implants are prosthetic dental appliances that are surgically implanted into the jawbone to replace lost teeth. A dental implant is comprised of a metal screw, an abutment and a dental crown. The implant effectively replaces each component of the lost tooth. For instance, the screw replaces the root of the tooth and actually fuses with the jawbone through a healing process called osseointegration. Once the screw is securely stabilized in the bone, an abutment is added so that a dental crown can be attached. Read More 

Getting Straight Teeth With Invisalign: Things To Know

Do you like the idea of getting straight teeth with braces but don't like the metal look? A great alternative is Invisalign, which can give you the same results without metal being placed on your teeth. Find out in this article about Invisalign for straightening teeth and what the procedure costs. What Should Be Known About Invisalign for Straightening Teeth? Before getting Invisalign to straighten your teeth, a dentist must determine if you are the right candidate for the procedure. Read More 

Is It Possible To Use Your Medical Insurance For Dental Implants?

The unfortunate truth is that many dental insurance providers will not cover anything that falls under the term "cosmetic." This is especially true of dental implants. However, there are some instances when your medical insurance can cover implants. In these cases, your need for implants have to constitute a medical necessity. Medical Insurance and Dentistry Your medical insurance policy may have direct clauses related to dental work. Since policies vary by insurer and options, you should take a moment to look through your medical insurance policy carefully. Read More