Aesthetic Replacement for Silver Filling...

Amalgam Fillings – An Introduction Silver amalgam fillings have been a very popular dental restoration for over 150 years. They are compromised of a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and copper. Amalgam fillings have enjoyed widespread use because they are fairly strong and last quite a few years before they need to be replaced. Luckily, modern dental technologies offer us many...

Dental Crowns for Aesthetic Treatment

What are Dental Crowns? A dental crown, also referred to as a fixed prosthodontic or “cap” is a cast (metal) or porcelain restoration that is cemented into place to become a permanent part of the dental arch. Dental crowns provide valued support to the remaining teeth and prevent drifting of the occlusion (bite) in instances where missing teeth are present. Think of a crown...

What are Dental Bridges?

What are Dental Bridges? Dental bridges are used to restore one or more missing teeth for aesthetic and functional purposes. A dental bridge is typically compromised of three units. The two end pieces are dental crowns that suspend a pontic at the site of the missing tooth. They are fit over the adjacent teeth after they have been prepared by removing tooth enamel. The entire...

Lumineers Cost, Considerations and Treat...

Lumineers are marketed as an affordable and non-invasive alternative to conventional veneers. The cost of Lumineers ranges from $800-$1500 per tooth. Although these veneers are all processed by the same lab, each dental clinic incurs different fees that are passed on to patients. The location of the dental office almost always factors into the cost of the procedure. The total cost will...

Snap-on-Smile Review and Cost

What is Snap-on Smile? Snap-on smile is a relatively new restorative device offered by the makers of Lumineers. This device is intended for those that are unable to invest in porcelain veneers or other cost-prohibitive cosmetic treatments. Snap-on-smile is designed to “snap” onto your existing teeth to mask all the smile deficiencies that conventional restorations such as...

How Much Do Braces Cost?

Patients who are in need of orthodontic treatment to correct malocclusion issues have a few options available to them. These options include traditional metal braces, ceramic or clear braces, lingual braces and Invisalign. Not all patients are eligible for all types of treatment, but usually patients will have a choice between at least two of the options. Considerations that impact the...