So, what are dentures? Well, let’s start at the beginning. When you’re a child and a tooth falls out, the tooth fairy comes to replace it soon enough. And not only that… she even leaves you some money in exchange for the tooth! Plus it’s way fun to watch your new tooth grow in. Sadly…
Sick of discolored, yellow or stained teeth? (If not, why are you reading an article about teeth whitening being safe?!) It’s okay, it happens to the best of us. There are a number of reasons teeth get that way. Some are reasons you can control – drinking red wine, smoking, eating certain foods, etc. Discoloration…
Looking for dental implants prices? Here we go! A single dental implant can cost somewhere in the range of $1000 to $3000. Need a full set of implants? That can set you back anywhere from $24,000 to $100,000. That’s kind of like the difference between a Ford and a Ferrari. Why does dental implant pricing…
What are dentures made of? Let’s review the history. Arguably the most famous denture wearer of all time is George Washington. Pretty much every kid in the US grew up learning about him and his wooden teeth. Turns out though that is just a myth. Ol’ George never had wooden teeth. Though having teeth made…
What are dental veneers? Dental veneers (sometimes referred to as porcelain veneers or dental porcelain laminates) are extremely thin, custom-made shells that are designed to cover the front surface of your teeth – changing their size, shape and/or color. Dental Veneers – A Popular Choice Veneers are a popular choice because the results are immediate,…
Dental implants are a form of replacement tooth roots that provide a stable foundation for replacement teeth. They are a great option for people who need replacement teeth and have healthy gums and enough bone to support the implants. What is the procedure for dental implants? There are usually 3 or 4 visits to the…
A brave soul in China became the first person ever to have implants placed by a robot. While humans were present and supervised things, they did not lay a finger on the robot OR patient during the surgery. And, by all accounts the surgery went off without a hitch. The robot surgically implanted 2 implants…
Let’s just come clean right off the bat here. Dental implants ain’t cheap. Some of the common reactions we’ve heard from folks when they find out what dental implants cost include: “Too much” “For millionaires only” “The cost of a small house” “After I hit the lottery” “I almost had a heart attack when I…
Augmented reality combines virtual reality with the real world. It’s used a lot for games but has some more serious world applications too. The military uses it to help soldiers make repairs in the field and provide Heads-Up-Display for fighter pilots. The tourism industry uses it to present facts and figures to tourists as they…
When you think of squid, you might think of those big-eyed alien looking things jetting around the ocean depths. Or, you might think of a plate full of fried rubber bands you get as an appetizer at Applebee’s. Soon, however, you might be thinking of a visit to the dentist’s office thanks to a new…