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…
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The correct dental care for invisible braces
Invisalign®, sometimes referred to as “invisible braces,” are a great tooth-straightening solution at any age, whether you’re a professional, a university student, or a teenager. Often an effective alternative to traditional braces which are bonded to the teeth, Invisalign® treatment entails a progression of customized trays, called aligners, that fit over your natural teeth and…
Continue ReadingUpcoming lecture at the Southeast Academy of Prosthodontics, Cary, NC
As a recognized leader in the dental specialty of prosthodontics, Dr. Keith Phillips will be a featured speaker at the 2014 Southeast Academy of Prosthodontics (SEAP) Annual Meeting in Cary, North Carolina. This meeting will draw prosthodontists from 12 southeastern states that are dedicated to learning the latest and most innovative treatment solutions from experienced…
Continue ReadingWhy dental implants are a healthy choice
While no procedure is 100% risk-free, dental implants have been found to be a very safe and healthy tooth replacement choice. Having been around in modern dentistry since the 1980s, it has been estimated over 7 million implant procedures have been performed globally. As technology has advanced, this solution has become more refined and more…
Continue ReadingSealants mean a strong, healthy future for your child’s teeth
Dental sealants have become very popular in children’s dentistry, as they help prevent cavities from forming. Applied as the permanent teeth appear, this plastic coating covers the chewing surfaces of the teeth, acting as a barrier between the enamel and the bacteria in our mouths. Children between six and 14 years old are especially…
Continue ReadingDental implants – the top procedure for replacing single and multiple teeth
If you’re considering dental implants as a tooth replacement option, you’re in good company. With a success rate reported at 98%, it’s not surprising over 500,000 Americans are choosing this option every year. There are many reasons why this procedure is growing in demand that implants look and function much like natural teeth. In…
Continue ReadingOral cancer symptoms and treatments – and why an annual scan is essential!
When confronted with the term ‘cancer,’ the majority of people quiver with fear. This dreaded disease may remain incurable, but in many cases, early detection is enough to overcome the illness. Unfortunately, there remains a certain level of ignorance regarding the threat and danger of oral cancer. More ‘mainstream’ cancers, such as those affecting…
Continue ReadingA dental implant specialist in Tacoma explains All-on-4
One of the most exciting things about dentistry today is the wave of new technology and techniques that are making professional dental services and surgeries more efficient, comfortable, and successful. Although the range of services we offer is extensive, the procedure that is generating the most excitement among dental experts and consumers alike is All-on-4…
Continue Reading5 signs you should visit your Tacoma dentist for oral cancer screening
A visit to your Tacoma dentist could just help you overcome the ever-present threat of oral cancer. While this seems like a bold statement to make, the truth is that our team of dentists is highly knowledgeable and has the necessary skills and compassion to recognize the smallest signs of cancer, which could potentially…
Continue ReadingThe top 3 benefits of All-on-4
Dentistry is one of the world’s fastest-moving industries when it comes to technological growth and procedural development, as is evidenced by the All-on-4 surgery. Essentially what happens is that we replace an entire row of teeth with a fixed denture, solidly anchored by 4 medical grade titanium implants. This modern option offers many benefits over…
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