When a cosmetic dentist places a porcelain veneer over a tooth, they do so to change the colour, alignment and shape of that tooth. With the help of well-crafted and placed veneers, a skilled cosmetic dentist can give a patient a smile that commands attention. What they cannot do, however, is fashion armour from porcelain in order to prevent tooth decay.
With or without veneers, oral hygiene is your best defence against tooth decay. Read More»
Gum disease may be one of the most common ailments that people develop. But a misconception that is commonly perpetuated about this dental problem is that it is exclusively caused by poor oral hygiene. The reality is that you may have a strict oral regimen but still end up developing gum disease due to an array of other factors both within and without your control. Knowing if you are at risk of this disease can help you take the proper measures to keep your oral health safe and reduce the chances of developing periodontitis. Read More»
If you are considering your dental restoration choices for a tooth in the smile zone, it’s important that you understand the difference between the types of dental crowns. The two most common types of dental crown are a porcelain fused to metal (PFM) crown and an all-porcelain crown.
One is attractive, the other is sturdy. If you are hoping to have a crown placed on a front tooth, for example, a central incisor, then an all porcelain crown will be most suitable. Read More»
Dental implants have been without a doubt the best tooth replacement solution ever invented because they are comfortable and have a high success rate. Unfortunately for someone with diabetes, incidences of failure are common because the disease affects gums and jawbone leading to tooth loss and slow healing. However, all is not lost as there are ways diabetes patients can have successful dental implants even with all the odds against them; Read More»
Teeth can be lost for any number of reasons; they can be dislodged as a result of a blow to the face, can break and fall out after a person bites down on a particularly hard food, or be lost as a result of gum disease. If you have lost one or more of your teeth, here are three reasons why you should have them replaced with dentures as soon as possible: Read More»
