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Refrain from eating for at least 2 hours or until the anesthesia has worn off to prevent possible injury to your lips and cheeks. This time interval will also allow the temporary filling to set to a reasonable hardness. We expect your tooth to be sore with chewing and biting pressure so you should avoid

Retainers There are certain tips to follow for wearing, and properly taking care of, your retainers. Your retainers should be in one of two places at all times; either in your mouth or in their case. Take your retainers off while eating. Maintain good oral hygiene with regular brushing

If the nerve of a tooth gets infected, it can be extremely painful. The goal of root canal treatment is to relieve pain, and restore your smile! PreviousNextCase   of   Root Canal Gallery Case   A root canal procedure involves removing diseased tissues (indicated by

Rembrandt® One Hour Whitening Ask us how your teeth can be 10 shades whiter in one hour! Restore your smile to its natural luster. Rembrandt Lightening Gel can whiten teeth an average of 10 shades in one hour. It is safe and formulated to prevent sensitivity. Discoloration can spoil an otherwise

Schick Digital X-ray System Our practice is committed to bringing the safest and highest quality of care to our patients. The installation of our new digital X-ray system continues that commitment. The state-of-the-art Schick system enables us to provide greatly improved diagnostic capabilities

Six Month Smiles® is the best choice for adults interested in quickly and affordably making life-changing cosmetic improvements to their smiles. Our Smile Gallery pages allows you to see how Six Month Smiles has changed the lives of real people. PreviousNextCase   of   Mindy Age:

Sedation Dentistry Are dental fears keeping you from having a healthy mouth? Are you afraid of going to the dentist? Has it been a long time since your last dental appointment due to fear? Do you have sensitive teeth and gums? Are you immune to traditional methods of numbing techniques? If

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Perio Plastic Surgery Many of the procedures involving the gum and bone can be considered plastic surgery. Perio plastic surgery can improve many different situations such as: Gummy smiles - when an abnormal amount of gum tissue shows when someone smiles. This is usually corrected with crown lengthening. Uneven

FAQs What is meant by orthodontics? Orthodontics is an important branch of dentistry that deals with correcting the positioning of the jaws and the alignment of the teeth. What is an orthodontist? An orthodontist is a dentist who receives two to three years of additional training and education

Six Month Smiles FAQ How can teeth be straightened in only six months? Six months sounds good, but will I have a mouth full of metal for the whole time? How are Six Month Smiles® braces more comfortable than regular braces? Do Six Month Smiles braces damage the teeth, roots, or gums? Will

Pericoronitis Pericoronitis is a common problem that occurs around a partially impacted lower wisdom tooth.  The literal definition of pericoronitis is inflammation around the crown. A piece of gum tissue appears over the biting surface of the tooth, which is very difficult to clean. Debris collects

Opalescence® Xtra Boost Whitening System How does it work? With Opalescence Xtra Boost, you will have whiter teeth before you leave our office. This product is so advanced, it does not require a laser or a light for activation. Through enhanced chemical activation, we can now whiten your teeth

Post Op Care of Extractions The treatment of extractions can be quite a painful experience for your child if not handled properly. The following information is to help you learn how to improve your child's recovery. Bleeding Once the extractions are done, the bleeding will gradually decrease. The

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