We're often asked about the use of porcelain in dentistry, in terms of both color/shade and strength. Porcelain is most frequently used for crowns and veneers, the crowns used to cover the tooth completely (around the front, sides, and back, like a "cap"), while the veneers covers the front on the tooth, overlapping the edge. [...]
We're happy to be part of the Tegna/NBC channel 3 team. In addition to a weekly 2-minute appearance during the "Sunday Today Show" (at 8;28am), we were asked to produce a five to six minute piece for "It's About You," a half-hour show on "3" every other Thursday. Both focus on cosmetic dentistry - emphasizing [...]
We've had a number of patients compliment us on how we've responded to the Covid issues. (These can be seen on our site on both the first page and under patient comments). Some of the changes have included removal of magazines and snacks in the reception area, though we intend to replace them as soon [...]
I frequently am asked about the materials that are used for veneers, dental restorations that can rejuvenate a smile. There are some wonderful choices, each with its own characteristics, with porcelain dominating the field. Though composite plastic material can be used, it is not a common choice when the entire facial - or outside - [...]
We often meet with patients who come to us with missing teeth or ones that seem to be malformed. These are not teeth that have suffered from decay or fracturing, but are either congenitally missing (missing from birth) or not developed "normally." They are most often upper lateral incisors (the teeth next to the central [...]
With the new year upon us (finally!), there are many choices to be made, many that center on our physical well-being. Our concerns change over the years, including things that happen as we age like arthritis and hair loss, over which we have little control. One thing we can affect is our dental health. Thankfully, [...]
Over the past few months, we've seen a number of new patients who have wanted their gums "raised" or changed. In some cases, they've always had a "gummy" smile, while others noted that it occurred after having braces, which often "encourages" the tissue to cover over part of the teeth. A few people have said [...]
As we approach the end of the year, I want to let you know that we will be in our office at Brainard Place to take care of our patients during the week between the Christmas and New Year's weekends. With many of us home this year - including, among others, students, young adults, and [...]
As we near the end of the year (dare I say, finally), I want to take a moment to thank our team and patients for all of their support and friendship. We have continued to take care of our clients in the best way possible, dentally, and personally, while taking all of the precautions needed [...]
The laterals, which are the teeth on either side of the front two teeth in your mouth, are sometimes missing and sometimes misshapen. Most often, they are narrower than what would be expected, leaving spaces on one or both sides of the teeth. Except for wisdom teeth, and an occasional lower bicuspid, the laterals (teeth [...]