Looking For A Quick Transformation Of Your Smile? Try Dental Bonding
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10 June 2015
Looking to improve your smile on a budget or in a short time frame? Dental bonding might be just what the dentist ordered. Repairing damaged teeth with dental bonding is a growing alternative to many restorative procedures.
What is Dental Bonding?
Dental bonding is a procedure involving an appropriately-colored composite resin applied to the visible portion of a tooth (or teeth) to improve its appearance or protect the tooth. The resin, which is a tough plastic material that can be molded and shaped as needed, is hardened in place using an ultraviolet light or laser.
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Cosmetic Dentistry Options For Better Looking Gums
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21 May 2015
Cosmetic dentistry often brings to mind teeth whitening or veneers that will make your teeth as straight and white as a movie star's smile. But a cosmetic dentist can also help if your gums seem to sit either too high or too low on your teeth.
Gums are there to protect your teeth roots from damage, so you need them to sit at a certain height. But excess gum tissue can make your teeth look too short, or receding gums can make teeth look too long with the roots being at risk of exposure.
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What You Should Know About Dental Insurance
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28 April 2015
If you have ever been to the dentist for anything more than a cleaning, you already understand how much these procedures can cost. Unfortunately, dental coverage is separate from regular health insurance coverage, so you may need to purchase an additional policy. Here is more information about dental insurance.
There Are Different Areas of Coverage
One of the biggest questions regarding dental insurance is finding out exactly what will be covered.
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Answers To 3 Common Questions About Dry Mouth
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9 April 2015
At some point or other, most everyone has suffered the inconvenience of an excessively dry mouth. Yet for certain people who suffer from a chronically dry mouth--a condition also known as xerostomia--more serious problems can ensue. If you suspect you may be suffering from dry mouth, read on. This article will answer three common questions about xerostomia.
What exactly is dry mouth?
Though it's name may seem self-explanatory, there's more to dry mouth than meets the eye.
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