Many Carrollton professionals, students, and retirees are enjoying the lasting benefits of aesthetic dentistry. A stunning smile not only looks great, it makes you feel great! When you first look in the mirror in the morning while brushing those gleaming babies, you remember; “Oh yeah, I fixed my teeth and they look incredible!” When you…
Dental Implants
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
No. Tooth implants have been placed in millions of individuals. Some studies have revealed a success rate as high as 98%. Dental implants have been perfected and tested If you don’t follow the dental industry, you may not be aware that dental implants have been used since the 1960s. According to the American Academy of…
7 Ways Dental Bonding Can Improve Your Smile In Fort Worth
Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the Dallas area, but there are many patients who don’t know exactly what it is or when it is useful to have the procedure done. Today in the Carrollton Dental Blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry. The dental bonding procedure…
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as conventional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Carrollton area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit significantly from these slip-free dental…
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Dallas endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching…
Treat Oral Infections Early to Prevent Serious Health Consequences
“It’s just sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll take my child to the dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” There has been a lot of talk about viral infections lately. In this post, we concentrate on oral infections. There are many causes of oral infections. In kids,…
Save Money With Dental Implants At The Carrollton Dentist
Q: For Dallas residents: When is the least expensive tooth replacement method really the most expensive? A: When it ends up costing far more in the long run. Many Carrollton dentistry patients who lose a tooth do not understand the importance of replacing it with a dental implant. They wrongly believe that one missing tooth…
Which Tooth Whitener Works Best?
What is the best professional tooth whitening system to use in Carrollton? There are two types of dentist-supervised tooth whitening systems available in Dallas. In order to determine the best choice for your teeth, schedule, and budget; you need to understand the differences in the systems. Both systems use a bleaching agent containing peroxide. Carrollton…
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
When you meet an individual in Dallas who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you wonder if they were in an accident? Do you subconsciously start making assumptions about their income, level of education, and overall physical health? It’s Unfair… Though it is extremely unfair, we are often evaluated…
Tooth Implants: The Role Of The Abutment
Categories: Dental Implants, Implant dentures
Dental implant placement involves three main parts: The implant—also called a post or artificial tooth root The abutment—a connector piece The prosthesis—artificial tooth crown, dental bridge, or denture/partial denture In today’s message, we review the critical connecting component: the abutment. What Is An Abutment? The abutment is the connector piece between a tooth implant and…
