Cary Dental Rejuvenation Blog

Dental implants can potentially last for decades. If you’re wondering just how long the lifespan of your own implant posts will be, the answer depends on a number of factors. Obviously, the care that you give your smile is a major one, but the materials used can also make a difference. Below is a closer look at the materials that dental implants are made out of and their impact on longevity.

You might know that the dental implant process is fairly involved. You’ll need good oral health in order to proceed, and once you do, you’re looking at oral surgery and a 6-month recovery time (on average!).

It will be well-worth it for a full smile and improved oral function, but it makes sense that you’d want to be prepared for starting the process! These dentist-approved tips will help you get ready for this life-changing treatment.

Countless individuals struggle with bruxism, a condition that is characterized by teeth grinding and clenching. Over time, it can cause serious damage to your natural teeth! But what if you have one or more missing teeth and wish to replace them with dental implants? Will bruxism affect your candidacy for the procedure? This blog post provides some key points that you should keep in mind about bruxism and dental implants.

Have you ever visited your dentist for a regular checkup and cleaning, and were asked the very question you’d been dreading, “How often do you floss your teeth?” How did you respond?

If you lied and said, “I floss every day!” then don’t worry – you’re not the first patient to lie to their dentist! Plus, they probably weren’t fooled. Dentists can usually tell what your oral habits are like. If you’d like to know what other fibs they’ve caught on to, keep reading.

Kids are back to school, spooky season is in full swing, and retailers are breaking out the Christmas decorations – you know what that means! That’s right, it means flu season is coming. Sniffles and cold sweats are tricky enough to deal with under normal circumstances, but when you have Invisalign aligners, dodging germs can be a bit trickier. Remember these four tips so you can avoid the rogue viruses about to be set loose.

When it comes to restoring a damaged tooth, dental crowns are one of the most tried-and-true solutions. However, traditionally, they can take a couple of weeks to fabricate. But did you know there’s a way to get a crown in just one visit? Thanks to CEREC technology, you can have a custom-made crown placed in a couple of hours! If you’re curious about this incredible technology, continue reading. You’ll find answers to some of the most common questions patients ask about CEREC crowns.

Are you considering a same-day dental crown versus a lab-created, traditional crown? It can be hard to know what you’re comparing if you don’t understand the differences between the two. While both are deluxe restorations that protect your tooth while replacing large areas of damage or decay, their similarities end there.

Here’s some important information to help you decide between a lab-created crown or a CEREC same day crown.

Scaling and root planing, more commonly known as deep cleaning by patients, is a treatment used to tackle the effects of gum disease. In cases where the symptoms of the condition are caught early, scaling and root planing can even be used to reverse the infection. If you hear that you require a deep cleaning to tackle the symptoms of gum disease, the first question to likely pop into your head is, “How much is this going to cost me?”. Read on to learn more about what scaling and root planing is and some factors to consider when it comes to cost.

Have you ever wondered how older generations handled dental problems? It’s something of a stereotype nowadays to joke about anyone from 1890 and on down the timeline having less than ideal teeth. When and how did we go from tooth decay and loss being the norm to being able to craft prosthetics that look and feel like natural teeth?

That’s a good question. Are you ready for a brief history lesson? We’ll trace the beginnings and advancements of tooth replacement techniques. By the end, you’ll see just how far dental implants have rocketed the industry forward!

Many people wish to improve their smiles by closing gaps, correcting misalignment, or whitening their teeth. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry offers solutions for these issues. It includes various dental procedures designed to enhance the appearance of teeth and gums, leading to a more attractive smile. Read on to learn about three common cosmetic dental concerns and the treatments that are available to address them.