To Crown or to Fill: Do I Need a Dental Crown or a Filling?

April 19, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Nancy Henrichsen @ 8:52 pm
Dental crown

Tooth decay is an insidious menace, and a tooth that develops it will not get better on its own. Thankfully, restorative dental treatments can stop tooth decay in its tracks by eliminating the source of the infection and rebuilding the tooth’s lost structure. Two of these treatments are fillings and dental crowns, and either one can be the better option depending on the patient’s situation. Here’s a brief overview of fillings and dental crowns to help you understand which may be the better treatment for you.

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Maintaining a Bridge: How Long Can Dental Bridges Last?

April 12, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — Nancy Henrichsen @ 7:42 pm
Dental bridge

When replacing missing teeth, a person wants to find a solution that matches the real thing as closely as possible in function and appearance while being able to last for as long as possible. Modern dental bridges are incredibly comfortable and lifelike and can last for fifteen years or more with proper care. Here’s a brief overview of how dental bridges work and how to help them last for as long as they possibly can.

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