Sedation dentistry has become more popular than ever with dentists and patients alike. Here’s why: No more anxiety: With sedation dentistry, dentists are able to use safe, effective oral or IV medication to help patients who are nervous or fearful of dental treatment. This makes it easier to do the best job possible on a…
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Conscious sedation dentistry means the following procedures are pain-free
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who are anxious at even the thought of visiting your dentist for a check up or dental procedure, conscious sedation dentistry is the ideal solution. This type of dentistry isn’t just about making the procedure itself pain-free – it’s about effectively handling psychological factors in order to…
Continue ReadingInvisalign® invisible braces are ideal for the following orthodontic procedures
Invisalign® invisible braces are ideal for treating certain orthodontic issues, including: Crossbites: This is a misalignment of the top and bottom jaw, where one set of teeth will be offset to one side, sitting inside the other. This can be limited to a single tooth or more and can cause affected teeth to wear badly….
Continue ReadingCustom fitted mouth protectors from Tacoma dentists
The idea of wearing protective gear when playing sports, cycling or taking part in any other physical activity isn’t a new notion. The case for custom fitted mouth protectors, however, may still be misunderstood. Custom fitted mouth guards are superior to generic store-bought mouth guards. They are made personally for you by your dentist,…
Continue ReadingWhy more and more young professionals are choosing Invisalign® invisible braces
For many people, braces are something experienced by adolescents and teenagers, but in recent years, more and more young professionals are visiting dental practices to have misaligned teeth straightened with the latest orthodontic tools. The products of choice are Invisalign invisible braces – and the reasons are clear: Little impact on daily life: Unlike traditional…
Continue ReadingFive reasons you should invest in a mouth guard
If you live in the Washington area and have a child who plays sports (or you take part in sporting activities yourself), it is worth your while to invest in a custom fitted mouth guard. Here are five reasons why: Best protection: Wearing a mouth guard is one of the best ways to prevent…
Continue ReadingMouth guards and sport safety – advice from Tacoma dentists
Whether you play sports recreationally on weekends or compete in a local or national sports team, custom fitted mouth guards from Tacoma dentists can give you the protection you need. While helmets, knee pads and other protective gear is a must, it often happens that players forget to protect one of the most delicate…
Continue ReadingWhat is All-on-4?
All-on-4, also called Teeth Replacement in a Day, is a revolutionary dental procedure that is dramatically improving the quality of life for people who require advanced dental reconstruction. This amazing operation involves the replacement of a full upper and/or lower arch of teeth and the subsequent insertion of a fully customized fixed denture which is…
Continue ReadingGeneral dentistry goes high-tech with these new procedures
Just like in any industry over the years, a great deal has changed when it comes to general dentistry. Procedures have improved and results are simply better than ever before. Any cosmetic dentist or dental hygienist will tell you just how much things have changed and how we all benefit from it. General dentistry has…
Continue ReadingAmalgam vs. Composite Fillings – What You Should Know
Dental hygiene these days is taken very seriously. We are all encouraged from an early age to value our teeth and take good care of them. In this day and age, having a tooth cavity filled is something that can present options to both the dentist and patient. Of course the final decision comes down…
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