Choosing the Right Dental Crown Alternative December 30, 2024 | Tri Le Millions of Americans have had dental crowns placed on their teeth for various reasons–to protect a decayed tooth, to hold a cracked tooth together, to cover an implant, and more. However, despite their multi-purpose functionality, there are instances in which a crown is not the answer, whether due to health issues, budget, or simply preference.… Read More
4 Options to Treat an Uneven Gum Line December 3, 2024 | Tri Le An uneven gum line is one in which the gums of typically the top arch extend to different lengths around the teeth–either too long, causing the teeth to look too short, or vice versa. Because symmetry is a key factor in perceived beauty, this can create a look some patients find unattractive. Uneven gums can… Read More
Can You Get Dental Bonding with Braces? October 31, 2024 | Tri Le Bonding–adding composite resin to a tooth to restore its appearance–is one of the most common dental treatments performed every year in dentists’ offices, used to treat chips, gaps, small cracks, discolored teeth, and more. If you’re one of the many patients who has had bonding done or anticipates having it done in the future, you… Read More
How Long Do Dentals Crowns Last? September 23, 2024 | Tri Le Getting a crown put on a weakened, broken, or damaged tooth is a great way to restore appearance and functionality in your smile. Still, natural teeth are always better, and getting a crown is not something you want to get into a habit of doing. So it’s fair to wonder how long you can expect… Read More
Step-by-Step Guide to the Dentist Teeth Whitening Process June 17, 2024 | Tri Le There are several teeth whitening options available: whitening toothpaste, at home whitening strips and gels, tray bleaching systems and more. But an in-office teeth whitening procedure at the dentist is effective, long-lasting and very safe. Let’s take a look at the in-office teeth whitening procedure – before, during, and after – and dispel some common… Read More
Are Invisalign Results Permanent? May 20, 2024 | Tri Le Invisalign is the brand name of a popular type of clear aligner used for orthodontic treatment. Although clinical research is limited, there are studies that show Invisalign is an effective orthodontic treatment. In this article, we’ll be answering whether the results of Invisalign are permanent. The short answer is that Invisalign results are long-lasting but… Read More
Am I a Good Candidate for Dental Implants? April 15, 2024 | Tri Le Millions of Americans suffer from tooth loss – at least 1 in 6 adults over the age of 65 have lost all their teeth. Dental implants can be a welcome solution to tooth replacement. If you are exploring the transformative potential of dental implants, it’s crucial to understand what makes someone an ideal option for… Read More
Choosing Between Dental Implants and Dentures to Replace Missing Teeth February 5, 2024 | Tri Le Tooth loss is a common medical condition. Even with modern advances in dental care, adults from the age of 20 to 64 have an average of 25.5 teeth remaining out of the initial 32, and 2.2% of adults in the same age bracket have no teeth remaining. No matter your age or how many teeth… Read More
Teeth Whitening And Dental Bonding: All You Need to Know November 22, 2023 | Tri Le Dental bonding, or composite bonding, is a quick and convenient treatment that is used to change the cosmetic appearance of your smile. The dentist uses a material called resin composite that matches the color of your teeth, in order to fill in gaps, repair chips, and otherwise alter and augment your smile in a procedure… Read More
Dental Bonding vs Filling: Similarities and Differences October 23, 2023 | Tri Le Your dentist has many options for correcting a damaged or imperfect tooth, but they’re not always interchangeable. Bonding and filling are two methods that are considered direct restoration because the treatment is done in the dentist’s chair and often in a single visit. The dentist fabricates either the filling or the bonding material right there… Read More
