Your dentist will always do their best to keep your smile healthy and avoid invasive restorations when possible. Treatments such as fillings and crowns are available to help repair your tooth after decay or other types of damage. However, if your tooth as been significantly damaged or cannot be restored, removing it may be the… Read more »
Tooth decay is one of the most common problems that patients of all ages face. It’s likely that you will get a cavity at least once in your lifetime, or have already had one before. That means that you have probably had a cavity filled before. But what exactly is a dental filling? Your… Read more »
Tooth loss can affect your smile whether you’re missing one tooth or several. To combat this issue, dental implants can be used. This is a secure option that can mimic the lost tooth and help prevent your jaw from weakening. Today, your team at Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, will explain the process of… Read more »
Do you know what to do when you harm a tooth? Breaking or chipping a tooth can be a scary experience, but there are options to restore the area. Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, offers options such as fillings, crowns, and more to repair your pearly whites. Today, we will discuss when and why… Read more »
When left untreated, cavities can create severe problems for your smile. They can deteriorate your enamel and cause sensitivity to the area. When your dentist notices signs of decay, they may recommend that the area be restored with a dental filling. Cedar Dental in Cedar Rapids, IA, offers this restoration with natural-appearing composite resin material…. Read more »
If you have recently cracked or broken a tooth, take the time to talk to your dentist about the damage. While it may seem like a small chip or crack, it could lead to serious problems in the future if you ignore it. Your natural enamel plays a vital role in the protection of your… Read more »
If you have recently cracked or broken one or more of your existing teeth, take the time to speak with a trained dental professional about your situation. Even when the damage seems minor, you may have removed the layer of enamel from the surface of your tooth. When this happens, you are susceptible to an internal… Read more »
Since you do not have the ability to regrow your enamel, the consistent maintenance of your smile is paramount in keeping your smile safe throughout your life. Damage to your enamel permanently loses this natural material, but there are solutions for its repair. The use of fluoride is helpful in the topical treatment of enamel… Read more »
In our most recent blog post, our team took a deep dive into the many situations in which a dental crown restoration could be beneficial. Indeed, treating early-stage cavities may best be handled with a filling, but crowns offer versatility in terms of what they can address. When a major infection such as decay begins… Read more »
Dental crowns can address a wide range of oral health complications, as well as serve as additional support for some restorative treatment. While preventive dentistry is considered to be the name of the game when caring for your oral health, restorative dentistry is the foundation of managing complications. There are several restorative treatment options that… Read more »
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