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Proper oral hygiene is the best way to maintain the health of your teeth. Learn more about caring for your smile with these informative resources:
- Biomet 3i has been the leader in dental implant manufacturing for two decades. Read more about 3i dental implants in this Biomet publication.
- For a look at the benefits and advantages of dental implants, explore this article from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
- In this article from the Consumer Guide to Dentistry, you can read further about the cosmetic dentistry trends and procedures that can help you create your dream smile.
- The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry offers this article discussing the mission of their organization with regard to patient care. In addition to better understanding cosmetic dentistry, you’ll also gain knowledge of the impact that it can have on your life.
- For a better understanding of the types of conditions that cosmetic dentistry can treat, check out this article from the American Dental Association.
Redondo Beach Dental Group is here to help with your general and cosmetic dentistry needs. To schedule an appointment, call (310) 542-6988.
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Whether your cosmetic dentistry goals focus on whitening, straightening your teeth, getting dental implants, or having a complete smile makeover, cosmetic procedures can have a dramatic impact on how you see yourself. Read on to learn about some common smile-enhancing dental procedures and how they can benefit you:
Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
Some of the technologically advanced cosmetic dentistry procedures available today include:
- Teeth whitening to reduce the appearance of staining from smoking, food, and drinks.
- Dental veneers to repair chips and cracks, close gaps, or covering severe discoloration.
- Dental implants to replace missing teeth with natural-looking substitutes.
- Smile makeovers that utilize multiple procedures to create the smile you’ve always wanted.
- Inlays and overlays to replace noticeable filling materials with tooth-colored composite.
- Composite bonding to seamlessly repair broken, chipped, decayed, or discolored teeth.
How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Impact Your Life
Many individuals seek cosmetic dentistry because of the embarrassment and isolation they feel due to the appearance of their teeth. Do you avoid smiling, eating in public, or openly talking to others because you’re embarrassed for people to see your teeth? When discolored, misshapen, gapped, or crooked teeth affect your day-to-day life, it may be time to consider cosmetic dentistry. Embarrassment over your smile can impact your confidence so greatly that it affects your willingness to pursue the life you deserve.
Changing your outward appearance can affect how you feel about yourself on the inside. Cosmetic dentistry procedures have allowed many people to become more confident, which can positively affect many aspects of your life.
Don’t let stained, misshapen, misaligned, or missing teeth negatively impact your life. Call the skilled and experienced professionals at Redondo Beach Dental Group—together, we can help you create the smile of your dreams. Contact us today at (310) 542-6988.
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Many people hear the words “root canal” and immediately feel dread at the thought of this procedure—yet those who have had root canals tend to find that the procedure is painless and fairly uncomplicated. Understanding the reasons for having a root canal and what an endodontist will do during the procedure can help ease any anxieties you may be feeling. Read on to learn why a root canal may be prescribed and how it is performed.
Why Do Patients Need Root Canals?
If the nerve tissue or pulp of a tooth is damaged, it will begin to break down, allowing bacteria to multiply within. If left untreated, this can cause an infection or an abscessed tooth, where a pus-filled pocket forms at the ends of a tooth’s root. A root canal effectively treats this condition by removing all of the living tissue within a tooth and filling the resulting empty “canals” with a sealant.
Root Canal Procedure
- Your cosmetic dentist will begin by taking an X-ray of your tooth to determine the shape of the root canals and to detect any infection in the surrounding bone.
- Before beginning the surgery, your dentist will use an anesthetic injection to fully numb the area.
- In order to keep the area dry and free of saliva during the procedure, your dentist will place a rubber dam around the tooth.
- A small access hole will be drilled in the tooth in order to access the infected pulp and nerve tissue.
- Using special root canal files, your dentist will remove the pulp, bacteria, and decayed nerve tissue.
- Next, the tooth will be sealed with a rubber compound called gutta-percha that is placed with adhesive cement.
- Typically, a temporary crown will be placed over the tooth until a permanent crown can be custom-made.
Now that you know the details of a root canal, don’t put off your dental care any longer. Contact the caring, gentle, and talented team at Redondo Beach Dental Group by calling (310) 542-6988.
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In addition to brushing twice daily, flossing is one of the best oral hygiene techniques you can use to protect your teeth and gums from bacteria and plaque. To learn precisely how to floss your teeth for the maximum benefit, check out this step-by-step video.
Using about 18 inches of floss, move a small section back and forth between teeth. Scrape the floss up and down the side of each tooth, making sure to gently clean under the gumline. Remember to use a fresh section of floss for each new space.
In addition to brushing and flossing daily, seeking routine dental care can help you care for your teeth and gums. Redondo Beach Dental Group offers dental cleanings as well as a multitude of cosmetic dentistry procedures, such as dental implants, Invisalign, and teeth whitening. To schedule your appointment, call (310) 542-6988.
