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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 …

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 …

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. …

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 …

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 …

Many people wish that they could correct misalignment in their smile. People who are living with turned teeth, overcrowding, or too much space in between teeth may shy away from orthodontic care for fear they will be told they must wear metal brackets and wires braces. Many of our patients find that their smile concerns can be efficiently corrected with comfortable, discreet Invisalign treatment. Invisalign has brought something that was needed in the area of orthodontic dentistry. Clear plastic aligners are more comfortable, and they are far more discreet than traditional braces. Additionally, aligners are removable, making the entire tooth-straightening …

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 …

Fine art is the application of skill and imagination to create something with visual beauty and emotional power. You are a one of a kind work of art inside and out, and your smile radiates that unique essence. If you aren’t confident in your smile because of uneven alignment or crooked teeth, you probably don’t show it as often as you might. You deprive yourself of the physical pleasure of smiling, and others of a glimpse into your character. Invisalign dentist, Dr. Christopher Lim, has been helping patients in Southwest Las Vegas rediscover their smiles since 2005. Invisalign is a …