Frequently Asked Questions and Sample Cases
- What Are Porcelain Veneers?
- What is Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease)?
- Are "White Fillings" as Good as "Silver Fillings"?
- We Just Had a Child. When Should We Start with Dental Care?
- Why Should I Choose Your Office for My Dental Care?
What Are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are probably the most esthetic means of creating a more pleasing and beautiful smile. They require a minimal amount of tooth reduction, and allow us to alter tooth position, shape, size and color. They are truly a remarkable restoration.
The following three cases were treated with porcelain veneers:
Case 1: Veneers used to treat discolored and mishaped teeth
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Case 2: Veneers used to used to close space and reshape teeth
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Case 3: Porcelain veneers used to correct crowding, whiten and reshape teeth for a more youthful appearance
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What is Periodontal Disease (Gum Disease)?
Periodontal Disease is a common disease affecting 75% of all Americans. It affects the gums and supporting bone around the teeth. Left untreated, it results in eventual tooth loss. Because early gum disease is painless, patients are often unaware that there is a problem. For this reason, regular dental visits are essential for the early diagnosis and treatment of gum disease.
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Are “White Fillings” as Good as “Silver Fillings”?
In most cases they are better! White fillings are made of composite materials with particles of various sizes. They are bonded into place using an intense bonding light and reach full strength immediately. Because they are bonded into place, the tooth reduction can be more conservative than with silver amalgam which must be packed into undercuts to hold it. In addition, white fillings expand and contract more like tooth structure thereby lessening the chance of cracks developing in the tooth. Lastly, white fillings do not contain mercury and obviously look much nicer.
 Silver Amalgam Fillings |
 White Fillings in place |
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We Just Had a Child. When Should We Start with Dental Care?
As soon as you can see teeth showing, it is best to begin wiping them off on a daily basis with a washcloth or something similar. We recommend that at age 1, your child start to accompany you to your dental cleanings to develop a familiarity with the dental office and perhaps “ride on the chair”. By age 3, the child should be ready for their own appointments.
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Why Should I Choose Your Office for My Dental Care?
We have a friendly and very talented staff whose main concern is YOU. We regularly attend dental courses so that the care you receive is “state-of-the-art”, with no discomfort. For those with regular working hours, we hope you will enjoy our early morning appointments. Of course our infection control measures are rather strict and finally with our many payment options, the dental care is affordable to virtually anyone who desires it.
