Summer is officially here! How about starting a tradition of replacing your family’s toothbrushes at the beginning of each new season? Here’s why: Over time, toothbrush bristles become warn and frayed. When this happens, they are less effective at cleaning. The changes can be so subtle as to only be seen under a microscope, and…
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What To Expect at our Dental Implant Practice
At our dental office, we are fully committed to providing optimal care for our patients using high quality materials suited to individual patient needs. Here’s what you can expect: Exam The process begins with a very thorough exam: head and neck evaluation, cancer screening, periodontal evaluation and charting, functional/occlusal evaluation, biomechanical and structural evaluation, and…
Continue ReadingWhat is the cost of dental implants?
We often get asked about the cost of dental implants. Our answer is always the same: “It depends.” As with any surgical procedure, the only fair way to define treatment and associated costs is to complete a thorough exam, present options to the patient, and work as a team to determine the best course of…
Continue ReadingAre Dental Implants Created Equal?
When choosing dental implants for our patients, there are thousands from which to choose from and that number continues to rise. How does a dentist decide how to choose the right system for patients? The answer is a complex combination of mechanics, chemistry, physics, research, training, and experience. First and foremost, we choose dental implants…
Continue ReadingHow to take care of your dental crown – Tacoma cosmetic dentistry advice
Dental crowns are a cosmetic dentistry product often recommended to patients who have a tooth that is badly damaged or decayed. Made of porcelain and designed to perfectly fit with the rest of your natural, healthy teeth, these caps completely cover your damaged tooth, restoring your smile as well as the functionality of your mouth….
Continue ReadingSix Tacoma Cosmetic Procedures that are good for your dental health
A smile can express an emotion, a feeling, a thought, that a whole compendium of literary works cannot communicate as effectively. More and more people are seeking the help of cosmetic dentists, such as prosthodontist Dr Keith Phillips of Tacoma, to enhance their smiles and boost their self-esteem. Here are six popular cosmetic dentistry procedures:…
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