It seems more and more people are going right to a digital source to not only find something they want or need – including medical and dental services – they do price comparisons and look for special offers and “deals.” While we all want to get the most of our… Read More…
Throughout one’s lifetime, it is not unusual to lose one or several teeth. This can occur due to accidents, a tooth fracture that extends below the gum line, or a tooth that is so beyond repair that a crown can no longer protect the remaining structure. Since every tooth plays… Read More…
How your smile looks in the mirror is one thing. Is how your smile “feels” just as important? An August 2023 article published by Colgate shared some insightful findings about a smile’s positive effect of smiling. For example, your smile can affect your self-confidence. Smiling causes the brain to release… Read More…
If you (or someone close to you) have lost all of your upper and/or lower teeth, or feel you are headed in that direction, then the following will be particularly interesting. According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC): Over one-fourth (26%) of adults aged 65 or older… Read More…
If you look at photos of people taken in the 1800’s, most have stoic faces, showing no smile or joy. Not to take away from life being hard in those days, it’s pretty difficult to have a phtoo being taken these days without hearing, “Smile!” or “Say cheese!”. Now, smiling… Read More…
During their lifetimes, many adults face the removal of a single tooth. This may be necessary when a tooth is beyond repair than can be resolved with a crown or because of a fracture that extends below the gum line. Or, tooth loss can occur due to an accident or… Read More…
As a dentist in Shelby Township for over 25 years, I’ve seen a number of new patients of all ages who come with different issues and different reasons for their appointment. While we are welcoming of all new patients regardless of their need, it’s fairly common to see individuals who… Read More…
5 reasons to consider DENTAL IMPLANTS… 1. STABILITY – Because dental implants are held by the jaw (like natural teeth), they restore stability and biting/chewing strength. You’ll be able to eat the foods you love without worry. 2. LONGEVITY – The implanted portion is made of titanium, a biologically-compatible metal…. Read More…
The foundation of every dental office is general dentistry. While our Shelby Twp dental office offers complete dental services for all ages – including dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, crown & bridge, TMJ and Sleep Apnea therapy, and dentures/partials – every mouth needs to be healthy before we move forward with… Read More…
Replacing missing teeth is important for many reasons. When a smile reveals gaps where teeth are missing, it makes an impression on others that is anything but positive. In one study, college-aged students gave their perceptions of people in photos who were missing upper front teeth. Participants gave the most… Read More…
