First Impressions Dentistry Blog

Dental professionals have used crowns to restore and protect compromised teeth for centuries, and the technology used has only improved in that time. Until recently, modern dental crowns were designed, manufactured, and placed over the span of at least two appointments, meaning that patients would often have to wait two weeks after their first procedure before receiving their restoration.

Today, many dentists offer CEREC dental crowns that can be designed and placed in a single appointment. Here’s a brief overview of this process as well as a few pros and cons of the treatment.

If you require dental work, your dentist may recommend IV sedation during your procedure. It can also be beneficial in other situations. No matter the reason, it’s normal to have concerns about sedation dentistry, but there’s no need to worry. IV sedation is a safe and effective solution to allow you to get the care you need while keeping you comfortable. Here’s what you need to know to help determine if IV sedation is right for you.

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So you have crooked teeth, but only along your bottom row – or your top, as the case may be. Treating both areas with Invisalign might certainly seem excessive in this situation.

You’re on to something, but there is one little snag with this thought, and it has to do with dental anatomy. Keep reading to find out if a one-tray treatment could work for you.

Sometimes, you might have a toothache, ranging from a small ache due to a cavity to more intense pain. While simple toothaches can often be fixed with a filling, others may signal a bigger problem. But can ignoring these serious toothaches ever be dangerous enough to be life-threatening? Let’s delve into whether toothaches can cause serious problems and how your dentist can help address them.

Invisalign is a popular alternative to traditional braces for straightening smiles. This treatment gently repositions your teeth using clear plastic aligner trays rather than bulky metal brackets. Patients love that this discrete option can perfect their grin without causing as much self-consciousness about their appearance.

Every 1 to 2 weeks, your dentist will provide a new set of aligners to account for the ongoing movement of your teeth. Because they apply enough pressure to push your pearly whites, you might experience some discomfort when you put in new trays. Fortunately, there are things you can do to mitigate the impact. Keep reading to learn about 5 ways to alleviate potential aches from wearing Invisalign!