Teeth moving after braces is something that can happen. But, when patients go through all of the effort, time, and expense of getting this treatment done, the last thing they want is for their teeth to shift around once the braces come off. That is the last thing your dentist in Clairemont wants as well,...
Halloween day is coming, and along with the fun of dressing up comes the excitement of going out and ask for candy from door to door. And even if this year going out for candy is out of the question due to the current situation, there will be candies you will need to avoid! Halloween...
Regardless of the underlying cause for missing teeth, if you’re looking to replace a lost tooth or make adjustments to your mouth’s overall appearance, there are different treatments available. People often believe that losing one or more teeth is the end of the road, that there is nothing they can do about it. However, teeth...
Tooth reshaping, also called odontoplasty, is a conservative, painless, and fast procedure that effectively improves the appearance of teeth and overall dental health. This procedure involves removing a portion of the tooth enamel using a laser or drill to modify the shape, length, or surface of teeth. Tooth reshaping is often performed along with bonding,...
Cosmetic dentistry enhancement can have dramatic results on your look; even the tiniest step can boost your self-esteem and confidence and make you want to smile more often. With dental technology evolving every day, cosmetic treatments and procedures can range from basic color correction to the replacement of multiple missing teeth. A smile restoration or...
Sugar can bring a lot of health problems, but what is a sweet tooth? You’ve probably heard someone mention to their “sweet tooth” as their reason for loving sweet treats. However, is there actually such a thing? While it is not a real tooth type, it turns out that your cravings for sugary meals might...
To explain the issues that impacted wisdom teeth can cause, we need to talk a little bit about them first. Wisdom teeth usually emerge from the gums between 17 and 24 years of age. They are the last of the large molars at the back of your mouth. Some people never develop them. You usually...
What are dental implants? If you don’t know yet what they are and how they work, you should keep reading this until the end. A dental implant is a surgery that replaces tooth roots with a biocompatible material, screwlike posts that will replace missing teeth with artificial teeth that function and look like natural ones....
Fixing a gummy smile can be liberating for a patient. If you smile and feel your gums are too big, it can be uncomfortable for you. Gum contouring is a procedure that can be done either for cosmetic or health reasons. Probably when you see your old pictures you think that your smile is beautiful...
Have you heard about tooth gems? Tooth gems are small jewels, applied to the tooth with an adhesive. They are quite popular and just temporary. Dentists don’t drill to place them, but permanent issues can appear if gems are not properly placed. People seek to have snow-white, aligned, shiny teeth, but some are taking the...
