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Patients who are struggling with a diseased or infected tooth are not only dealing with pain. They are also at a point where they need to decide the best treatment for their health. In many instances, when the dental pulp is affected, Las Vegas, NV area patients should consider endodontics. What is endodontics? Endodontics is oral surgery within a tooth. It typically refers to endodontic therapy or “root canals.” The dentist performs a root canal to access the inner portion of the tooth, removing pulp. Dental pulp is a mass of tissues that includes blood supply and nerves. By removing …

Dr. Christopher Lim of Las Vegas, NV is happy to help patients achieve more beautiful smiles. When adults are looking for a way to straighten their smile without braces, they are often excited to learn about Invisalign. Invisalign is a great way to reposition the teeth and improve alignment of the smile in a cost-effective manner. Invisalign treatment explained Patients who hear of Invisalign are often told they are “invisible braces.” This is true! Invisalign works without brackets and wires. Instead, this method of realignment utilizes clear aligner trays made of medical grade plastic. These trays are strong and smooth, …

For a patient facing a root canal for the first time, it may sound like a frightening experience. Dr. Christopher Lim of Hillside Dental in Las Vegas wants to provide an informative answer to the question that will be asked by an endodontic patient, “What is a root canal?” Hearing the facts from a trained professional will help alleviate fears due to misconceptions regarding the procedure. A tooth is made up of two main parts – the crown which is visible above the gum, and the root which supports the tooth going into the bone below the surface. Four different …

Traditional braces have been used for years in achieving better alignment of the dental arch and the smile. Dr. Christopher Lim of Hillside Dental in Las Vegas, NV proudly offers orthodontic services – but not the conventional kind! Our practice may suggest the use of Invisalign aligner trays instead of metal brackets and wires. What is Invisalign? Patients who are turned off by the idea of metal bracket and wire braces may be seeking alternative options. Invisalign works by using custom plastic trays that slide over the dental arch. These trays are worn all day and night as patients progress …

Invisalign has become a popular option for teen patients at Hillside Dental. Las Vegas, Nevada area patients often visit our practice to learn about this amazing solution to misalignment.

Misaligned teeth can negatively impact the appearance of the smile. Many patients who want to improve their smiles often decide not to because of the appearance of traditional braces. However, Dr. Christopher Lim offers Las Vegas patients Invisalign. Invisalign is a revolutionary way to correct alignment concerns in an affordable and discreet manner. How Invisalign works Invisalign works by using clear aligner trays made of medical-grade plastic, which slide over the dental arch. They are fabricated by using a set of digitized impressions. An entire series of trays are made, and patients wear the trays for two weeks before progressing …

Patients in Las Vegas, NV who have been advised that orthodontic treatment is the only way to realign their bite or dental arch are often hesitant to move forward with an orthodontic specialist. They may cringe at the idea of having metal brackets and wires covering their smile while straightening the teeth over the course of months or even years. Thankfully, there is an alternative available called Invisalign. How does Invisalign work? Patients are often ready and willing to learn about Invisalign and how this treatment can provide amazing outcomes in a relatively brief period – without the embarrassment of …

Dr. Christopher Lim at Hillside Dental in Las Vegas encourages patients to be proactive about their dental health and wellness. This means brushing and flossing after every meal and scheduling regular dental visits at least twice a year for cleanings and examinations. However, there are times when problems arise such as an infection in the inner portion of the tooth. At this point, patients need to visit a dentist who offers endodontics. What is endodontics? Endodontics is the treatment of conditions inside of a tooth. Patients may have heard of “endodontic therapy” which is another way of referring to root …

Today we can replicate almost anything. Think about that for a moment, though. Is the copy ever quite as good as the original? A photocopy of a photograph? A print of a fine art painting? A home recipe for the Colonel’s original chicken? Modern dentistry is no different. That’s one of the reasons Dr. Christopher Lim and his team at Hillside Dental want to help patients in the Las Vegas, NV area keep as many of their natural teeth as possible, for as long as possible. Dental crowns and caps play an important role in that mission. Anatomy of a …

Endodontics is a specialty in dentistry that focuses on diseases of the dental pulp and treating them, usually with root canal therapy. However, patients in Las Vegas don’t have to see a specialist, they can visit Dr. Christopher Lim for root canal therapy. What is a “root canal?” A root canal, which is medically known as “root canal therapy,” is an endodontic treatment that is performed to save a tooth that is broken, infected, or diseased. Root canal therapy is performed right in the dental office at Hillside Dental. While many patients fear root canal therapy, it is nothing to …