Lets face it. Dental visits can be pretty scary for most adults. This is probably because when it comes to taking care of our teeth we are rebels. We do not floss every day like we should and how many of us actually brush after every meal? This is why when it is time for our dental check up the words root canal and cavity haunt our minds.For our children, it is a little different. If it is their first visit they have no idea what to expect...more
Al Castaneda, DDS, missing teeth, dental implants Missing teeth can make life lose all its flavor. Some patients I have seen stop being social because they are so self-conscious about their missing teeth. Others never eat out anymore because they are worried that their dentures might slip. That is why I am so happy to offer my patients the benefits of implants and implant supported dentures. Here at Discover Dental care we find that...more
Porcelain Dental Crowns Saving Teeth, Balancing Smiles Your teeth do so much for you – they let you smile, support your face and help you chew. So when something happens to your teeth, you want to treat them well and fix them properly. That's why so many people rely on G3, the dental office of Dr. Gary Green for dental restorations. Our crowns are uniquely beautiful, long lasting and made to fit perfectly in your smile.Do You Need a Crown?Patients often come to us with teeth that are cracked, badly chipped or decayed, or with aging metal fillings that have extensive damage hiding beneath them. Those who need a root canal, often also need a crown. If your teeth hurt, have old metal fillings that have left your teeth dark and crumbling, or if your teeth have broken, porcelain crowns may be your best solution for health and comfort.What Does a Crown Do? Crowns can actually help save your tooth! They cover the entire outer surface of the tooth and can restore crumbling, weak, and painful teeth, allowing you to chew comfortably and naturally.Because Dr. Green is trained in neuromuscular dentistry, he can create crowns that not only protect your tooth but also are also...more
Sedation for Dental Treatment People have varying tolerance to pain. There are some that can endure long hours of excruciating procedures while others cringe at the very thought of pain. The varied levels of pain endurance are the reason why sedation is applied to patients in various medical fields like surgery and dentistry.Nitrous oxide...more
Proper Dental Care For Your Dog Many dog owners fail to provide their dog with proper dental care. In most instances, dental hygiene for dogs is being overlooked at a great price. Dogs also get bad breath and bacteria that can lead to gingivitis. Dog owners need to provide proper dental care for their dogs. By providing proper dental care...more
Independent Financial Review for Dentists As individual circumstances change, regular reviews of your financial protection policies are essential to a sound financial strategy. This case study describes a review I carried out for a BDA member earlier this year.The BDA member preferred to remain anonymous, however agreed to disclose the facts within this case study.BackgroundThe BDA member first approached BDA Plus in April 2009, in order to make arrangements for financial protection in the event of illness or injury.At the time, the BDA member was employed as a Vocational Dental Practitioner, earning £28,500 per annum. Whilst he had cash savings to support himself for a time should he be unable to work, he hoped to purchase a property in the near future. The cash savings would be required for this, so it was appropriate to consider Income Protection as a way of supporting himself in the event of illness or injury.I assisted in arranging a Permanent Health Insurance (PHI) policy on the basis of £300 per week benefit payable from the first day of sickness, underwritten on an "Own Occupation" basis. In the event of a claim, this policy would continue providing benefits up to...more
Is your dental practice at risk from being underinsured? When arranging your dental practice insurance policy it is critical that the insurance cover meets your individual requirements. One of the primary considerations is whether the sums...more
Dental Patients Perception Of Dental Care and Teeth Whitening Dentists frequently carry out painful and intrusive procedures that can understandably sometimes result in a distant and uneasy relationship between patient and dentist – even...more
Greatest Over the Counter Teeth Whitening Merchandise There are a quantity of choices for whitening teeth, such as dental methods and in excess of-the-counter teeth whitening items. Merely because a skilled dental method is too expensive for a...more
How to Determine a Good Dentist Few kids and even adults enjoy the trip to the dentist. Some people go through horrid nightmares just thinking about their appointment. The hassle, stress, cost, and even the pain after a procedure doesn't make...more
The Truth about Cosmetic Dentistry Everybody knows that dentists are medical professionals who take good care of our dental and oral concerns; they make sure that are teeth are healthy. So is there a difference between a general dentistry and...more
The Wonders and Beauty of Dental Implants Have it ever crossed your mind that you can lose your teeth as you age? Do you even wonder how you look once you began to lose your teeth? Will you still have this wonderful and brilliant smile? Before...more