Looking for a way to restore your smile when you have missing teeth? While dental implants in Albany, NY are becoming increasingly popular for smile restoration, some patients prefer to steer clear of metal implants in their bodies. Titanium may be the most traditional form of dental implant, which is obviously made of metal, but another option […]
Quality dental veneers in Albany can last for decades. If you have dental veneers, you can expect them to last between ten and 30 years with reasonable care. But dental veneers are not impervious to damage. Every now and again, a patient may experience a veneer that comes loose. If that happens, here’s what you should […]
Decades ago, mercury fillings were the standard of dental care for treating cavities. As a result, millions of Americans now have mercury fillings in their mouths. However, in light of recent information and technological advances, it’s now understood that mercury fillings are dangerous. They can pose a health threat to the person who has them. […]
Little ones need to know that going to the dentist can be a positive experience. Once your child is older, their ideas about the dentist will be harder to change. Introducing them to this idea early is one way to help ensure that your child will have a good relationship with their oral hygiene and […]
When they hear the word “ozone,” most people do not immediately think of dentistry. Ozone is the layer of atmosphere that protects earth from the sun, but it also plays a role in dentistry. Ozone is a colorless gas that has strong antibacterial and wound healing properties. Specifically, ozone is a molecule that consists of […]
There is a lot of misconception about periodontal disease. Since it affects the teeth, many people think that periodontal disease is all about the teeth. However, it’s actually a disease that affects the gums first, which leads to problems with teeth. In fact, periodontal disease is a serious gum infection that impacts the area surrounding […]
While you may have some ideas about what causes gum disease and periodontitis, you may not know as much about gum inflammation, the earliest form of gum disease. Gingivitis is a type of gum disease that is often caused by poor oral hygiene and can cause a variety of symptoms. It’s important to learn what […]
Veneers are one of the best options for enhancing the appearance of your smile. Veneers cover flaws that may otherwise detract from the way you look. They can alter the size, length, color and even the shape of your natural teeth. However, many people hesitate to get veneers out of fear that they will be […]
The many innovations and evolutions of dental care over the years have yielded impressive insight into how to best treat gum disease. Laser treatment is used in a multitude of ways in modern dental treatment; it is safe, effective, ad oftentimes less intrusive than other treatment methods. Laser periodontal treatment is no different. How effective […]
If you are like many people today, you probably have at least one silver tooth filling in your mouth. Known as an amalgam filling, it contains silver and other things, including mercury. In fact, it is estimated 120 million people in the U.S. have filling containing mercury. Due to the many health concerns associated with […]
