Are you missing one or more teeth, or do you have a severely damaged tooth that needs to be extracted? Have we told you that you are a good candidate for a dental implant? We know that some of our patients are considering having implants placed but are concerned about proper aftercare. Read on to learn how you can ensure that your implants stay healthy.
You may have heard of veneers but may be wondering exactly what they are. Veneers are thin pieces of resin, porcelain, or other materials that are attached to the front of your teeth. The dental veneer is a versatile, minimally invasive treatment option for a wide variety of dental issues.
Hearing from real patients about their experiences in our office can help you know what you can expect when you see us for a particular service. Recently, we had the pleasure of hearing from several of our patients who shared their reactions to one of our services. Click here to see what they are so excited about and how it changed their lives.
The root canal has been the subject of jokes and “horror” stories for ages. However, it’s hardly a laughing matter if you are the one suffering the excessive sensitivity and pain of a severely damaged or infected tooth. Fortunately, today’s dental methods and technology have made the root canal commonplace and virtually painless. Any discomfort will be offset by the tremendous relief gained from the elimination of the pain associated with the infection.
Do you have a missing tooth? You aren’t alone. More than 120 million Americans have at least one missing tooth, with over a third of that number having no teeth at all. To learn why it is important to replace missing teeth as quickly as possible and the options available, click here.
Periodontal (gum) disease is the most common cause of tooth loss in adults. You may think that couldn’t happen to you, but if you are over the age of 30, there’s nearly a 50% chance that you have some form of periodontal disease. The type of treatment you need will depend on how advanced the gum disease has become.
From time to time, we all have fleeting pains that seem to come and go without warning, leaving us surprised and perplexed. But the important thing in these incidents is the fact that the pain doesn’t linger or return frequently. Pain that returns frequently, however, can be a symptom of a deeper problem. Frequent Pain…
As a father, and now grandfather, I understand how important your children are to you. When they are healthy and happy, we feel very fortunate. As a dentist, I am aware of the impact good oral health has on our children’s overall well-being. But did you know that their healthy smile begins even before the…
At Friendly Family Dentistry, every decision we make about your treatment begins and ends with what is the most conservative yet effective solution for you. Sometimes the solution will be a relatively simple procedure, while other times more complicated measures will be necessary. We don’t take it lightly when we recommend that you consider having…
