Is it ok to replace an old defective dental bridge with another bridge or is it better to restore it with dental implants? Surprisingly, some general dentists recommend their patients to get another bridge arguing that the teeth supporting the old bridge are already prepared (i.e. cut down). But is that wise? Here are some [...]

Most people are very familiar with which type of medical doctors they should see for different kind of problems: orthopedic surgeon for knees; dermatologist for skin; plastic surgeon for a facelift; cardiologist for heart; ophthalmologist for eyes; so on and so on. But when it comes to dentistry, people often say ‘Go see a dentist!’ [...]

Swelling or puffiness after wisdom teeth extraction is not uncommon and most people come to expect the so called ‘chipmunk’ look for a few days after surgery. Here are four ways to avoid swelling and let you get back to your normal life and eating quickly: Non-invasive surgical technique: This is probably the single most [...]

Many patients ask if their insurance covers dental implants. And some are misled into seeking in-network dentists with hopes of receiving benefits. Here are five facts you should know if you are considering dental implants and wondering if your insurance covers them: Coverage for dental implants: Majority of dental insurances do not provide any benefits [...]