Most patients with TMJ issues do have changes in their faces. Even if no TMJ Pain is experienced you can still improve your facial structures. This type of dentistry is essentially a non-surgical facelift. Patient’s with TMJ invariably have facial issues that can change with proper treatment. Many times, patients seek TMJ treatment for facial …
Does TMJ Affect My Facial Features and Facial Symmetry? Read More »
It can be startling, when you look in the mirror one day and notice that your gums don’t seem to cover your teeth like they used to. The way your gums look can affect your teeth and your smile – but should you worry if they seem to be receding? What causes gums to recede? Gum recession …
Porcelain Veneers can be used in many ways to create definitive smile. In this case, the patient was unhappy with an aging smile and her existing veneers. Poorly shaped porcelain veneers This patient’s concerns were: The size and shape of her teeth The aging appearance Lack of vitality or shine, Proportions of …
Can Porcelain Veneers Change the Size and Shape of My Teeth? Read More »
If you have been diagnosed with TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder) or if you constantly have muscle aches, headaches, and pain in the jaw, your solution may be to just take a pain reliever whenever the pain flares up. However, there are some very good reasons why you should treat the problem instead of just popping pain meds. …
Most patients who are seeking possible TMJ treatment solutions have probably come across Botox as a method of decreasing the pain. Whereas Botox can give some pain relief, it is not a good solution long term. In fact it is not a long-term solution at all. Using Botox for TMJ is simply placing a band-aid …
What does it take to change a smile? When considering cosmetic dentistry, this should be dependent on what the patient’s desires are and not what the dentist wants to see. Is it necessary to do 10 porcelain veneers to change a smile, absolutely not. There are many options available to correct smiles. Case …
Do I have to do 10 Porcelain Veneers to Change My Smile? Read More »
You may not realize it, but the health of your teeth and the way they are set in your mouth can affect the shape of your jaw, which can affect how your face looks and can make you look older than you really are. This is why your dentist may be able to help if …
Does your jaw hurt, sometimes unbearably? Have you been getting headaches? TMJ may be the reason. Read on for some more information about TMJ and what can be done about it. What is TMJ? The term “TMJ” is often used to describe pain in the jaw joint (the temporomandibular joint). This joint is in use all the …
You might think that the toothbrush you use doesn’t make too much of a difference, as long as you use it! But it turns out that the kind of toothbrush you use can actually make quite a difference when it comes to keeping your teeth healthy! Read on for some reasons why you might want to …
Which Is Better: A Manual or an Electric Toothbrush? Read More »
Many patients present with cosmetic dentistry concerns and desiring a more natural and attractive smile. A complex cosmetic dentistry case as she is missing her upper lateral incisors which was treated with custom designed porcelain veneers and laser gum recontouring. In addition her concerns were: Worn teeth Discolored teeth Fillings that keep falling out …
Smile Rejuvination: Worn Teeth and an Aging Smile, and Missing Lateral Incisors Read More »
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