Posted on 4/27/2018 2:05 PM By cutratny
Having your wisdom teeth removed is practically a rite of passage, but you might wait to see if you actually need to have the procedure done. Dr. Mohlman at A Family Dental Center specializes in wisdom tooth extraction and is here to help you decide whether you’re a candidate for the procedure as well as reasons to consider it.
Getting Ahead of Oral Problems
Depending on your situation, there’s a chance the teeth in the back of your mouth are either partially erupted or haven’t erupted at all, both of which can lead to unnecessary issues. For instance, if your back molars only partially emerge from your mouth, they can lead to an infection. If you have a wisdom tooth that doesn’t emerge from your gums at all, there’s a possibility a cyst will develop that can harm the tissues of your gums and bone.
Besides incomplete eruption, we also recommend tooth extraction if a wisdom tooth comes in crooked, which can act like a falling domino throwing off the alignment of your ...
Posted on 2/28/2018 1:37 AM By cutratny
At A Family Dental Center, we are excited to offer our patients the new E4D technology, which allows us to prepare, create and place a crown in the same day. With same day crowns, you save time and money.
Posted on 12/19/2017 3:44 PM By cutratny
When
applied correctly, BOTOX® injections
have been shown to provide exceptional relief for several months at a time. In
most cases, pain is reduced or removed completely for three months. This
process can have even more potent affects, however.
Posted on 10/16/2017 4:47 PM By cutratny
The
imaging technology takes precise measurements. Older style molds were adequate
but inaccurate. A dentist often had to reshape the crown
to perfect the fit. The E4D technology produces a much better product.
Posted on 8/17/2017 2:24 PM By cutratny
For decades, crowning a tooth has been a lengthy
process that involves the cooperation of many different professionals in the
dental field. Typical processes involved making measurements and sending out
for the individualized manufacture of a specifically fit piece of gold or
porcelain.
Posted on 6/7/2017 1:50 PM By cutratny
Cosmetic dentistry is a field of care that allows a dentist to focus on the aesthetics and function of
your smile, in order to achieve the best overall
appearance possible. These procedures are usually not medically necessary, but
their value comes in achieving patients’ goals to look their absolute best. If
you’ve ever wondered about cosmetic dentistry, you may have asked one or more
of the following questions:
1. What Are Some
Benefits of Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is the tool by which your dentist helps you achieve a healthier,
more beautiful smile. Any procedure will help you get closer to reaching this
goal.
2. Can I Use My
Dental Insurance?
In our experience, dental insurance has a very low benefit
each year, and they usually only cover regular checkups or preventative procedures,
like teeth cleaning. This means that they do not usually cover cosmetic
procedures.
3. How Long Will It
Take to Improve My Smile?
Because there ...
Posted on 4/25/2017 7:02 PM By cutratny
How confident are you in your appearance? If you
are like most people, you probably see something you’d like to improve. Would
you like to feel more confident about your teeth? Consider cosmetic dentistry services.
Posted on 3/16/2017 6:05 PM By cutratny
A receding gum line exposes the roots of your teeth. It’s
unsightly, and it leaves your teeth vulnerable to damage and loss. Sometimes a
deep cleaning is enough to encourage healthy growth of gum tissues, but not
always.