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Dr. Christopher Lim and the team of Hillside Dental in Las Vegas, NV encourage patients to consider the benefits of Invisalign treatment as an alternative to conventional braces. The cost is comparable to traditional orthodontia without the embarrassing metal brackets and wires. How does Invisalign work? Invisalign works with clear aligner trays. They are fabricated using impressions of the smile. The impressions are translated with digital software to develop a series of custom trays to progress through treatment, moving the teeth into better alignment. The number of trays varies depending on the severity of the misalignment. When patients wear the …

There are times when the unexpected happens with the smile. When this occurs, patients may be dealing with problems such as trauma that causes pain or infection within a tooth. In order to bring the tooth to health, patients may need to have a procedure called root canal therapy performed to save the tooth and avoid having it extracted for relief. Root canal therapy, which some professionals refer to as endodontic therapy, is done to remove the pulp from the tooth and seal it off to avoid extraction and replacement. It is a more desirable than having a dentist remove …

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 …

The Invisalign system is a popular choice for teens and adults wanting to correct mild to moderate misalignment. Dr. Lim and his friendly dental team provide the details patients need to make an educated, confident decision about their smile-straightening treatment. In many cases, Invisalign makes the ideal alternative to traditional braces. When you visit Las Vegas Invisalign dentist, Dr. Christopher Lim, you will benefit from a thorough consultation and examination. Dr. Lim reviews the advantages and disadvantages of the Invisalign system and can determine if this method is right for your needs. Although Invisalign may not be appropriate for some …

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 …

At Hillside Dental, Dr. Christopher Lim is proud to provide a wide selection of services. Whether patients have a restoration concern or a cosmetic issue, his practice has solutions. When men and women are interested in orthodontic treatment, they often believe that traditional braces are the only way to achieve results. Fortunately, there’s another way! The cost and time needed for Invisalign service is comparable to traditional braces. What is Invisalign? Dr. Christopher Lim describes Invisalign as aligner tray therapy. Invisalign works by using transparent plastic trays that fit over the teeth and provide gentle repositioning of the dental arch. …

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 …

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 …

Correcting the alignment of the smile as well as the bite is a common request from patients who visit Dr. Christopher Lim and his team at Hillside Dental. Patients in the Las Vegas, NV area want to learn more about the ways in which they can do so without traditional braces. Many patients avoid braces because of their appearance. These metal brackets and wires cover the smile and can be a source of embarrassment, especially for adults. There have been many advances in the development of orthodontic alternatives. In fact, patients now have the option to enjoy treatment and realignment …

When patients are faced with problems such as diseased or infected teeth, they may require the help of a dental professional to bring the smile back to health. This issue often results in the need for an endodontic specialist, but in the Las Vegas, Nevada area patients can visit Dr. Lim. What is endodontic therapy? Dr. Christopher Lim describes endodontic therapy, or root canal therapy, to maintain the natural teeth even when injury, infection, or disease of the dental pulp occurs. The treatment eliminates the alternative, which is extraction. Root canal therapy is a treatment that requires the dentist to …