Second Letter to all Patients: What we are doing to protect you. Dear patients, This is a second letter that I am personally writing to you all during this unprecedented coronavirus pandemic. In addition to providing some new updates of the situation, I would like to inform you of extra infection control measures and precautions…
With the COVID-19 outbreak, the American Dental Association has recommended that dentists concentrate on emergency dentistry procedures. The coronavirus responsible for the disease has been detected in the saliva of affected patients. Dental professionals generate aerosols during dental procedures and may end up providing dental care unknowingly to infected but asymptomatic and yet-to-be-diagnosed patients. It…
April 10, 2020 Dear patients, I hope you and your family are in good spirits and in the best of health in this difficult time of Coronavirus pandemic. I am writing to inform you of what’s going on with our dental practice now and what to expect in the coming weeks. As you probably already…
A knocked-out tooth, like any dental emergency, demands quick attention and a visit to an emergency dentistry clinic. With the lockdown in place due to COVID-19, it would help to know how you can care for your teeth and gums and what to expect when you finally get to see the dentist. In most situations,…
Making a teeth whitening choice requires one to be very strategic, as there are many different types of options to decide between. The fact that some over the counter whitening products are not as safe as one may think, makes it essential for anyone who wants whiter teeth to make an educated decision. Ready to…
Thinking about choosing cosmetic dentistry in order to improve your smile? According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, cosmetic dentistry is the dental specialty that is aimed at creating a positive change to your teeth and to your smile. As there are many different cosmetic dentistry procedures available, more people are choosing to enhance…
The phrase “PPE per CDC guidance” has been in the news a lot lately. People are turning to the CDC to find out how to protect themselves from exposure to the coronavirus. Dentists are also tuned in to what the CDC has to say. Following the PPE per CDC guidance for dentists is critical in…
You can still get emergency dentistry services during the coronavirus. However, it is better to prevent an urgent oral health issue from happening in the first place. This will allow an emergency dentist to help those who most need it. Keep reading to learn a few ways you can avoid a dental emergency. Wear a…
A smile makeover can help improve a person's overall appearance and self-confidence. However, modern cosmetic dentistry offers patients so many cosmetic dentistry options that the process can sometimes be intimidating. The initial consultation is the patient's chance to explain what the goal for the makeover is, find out what procedures are available, get questions answered…
Wondering when a general dentist would recommend a bridge for their patients? A healthy mouth is one that has all its teeth. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, there are actually several negative consequences of missing some or all of your teeth. Common missing teeth problems include difficulty chewing, difficulty pronouncing certain words and…
Anyone researching tooth replacement is probably going to come across the term All-on-4®. However, most people may not know what this procedure is or what it can mean for them. For those who have multiple teeth missing or are going to have a procedure to remove multiple teeth, understanding the options is important. As you…
Partial dentures consist of replacement teeth that are attached to a gum-colored plastic base. The base is sometimes attached to the natural teeth using a metal framework that holds it in place in the mouth. They are used to replace one or more missing teeth when the patient still has some natural teeth in their…
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