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Posted on: January 18, 2023
By: Hillside Dental
Getting dental implants for your missing teeth is a big step in the right direction. You have your implants; next is to take care of the new installations of your perfect smile. Aftercare is an essential part of dental implants because it plays a critical role in the healing process and the durability of the implants.
Posted on: December 9, 2022
By: Hillside Dental
Veneers are a dental reconstructive technique that helps improve the appearance of the teeth. Tooth-colored dental covering material that is attached to the front of the teeth to enhance their look. People with chipped, cracked, severely discolored, and worn teeth can benefit from dental veneers.
Posted on: November 16, 2022
By: Hillside Dental
Gum disease or periodontitis is a severe gum infection. Poor oral hygiene can allow bacteria to accumulate below the gumline. It causes the buildup of plaque and tartar that leads to infection.
Posted on: October 18, 2022
By: Hillside Dental
Crowns are ceramic or porcelain caps that dentists put on a tooth when it has begun to decay or has trauma. They help the tooth regain bite strength and the structure necessary to function properly with other teeth. There are two main types of crowns that you can get; they achieve similar goals but differ a little. They are same-day crowns and traditional crowns. Here is what you need to know about the difference between traditional and same-day crowns and if you are a candidate for same-day crowns.
Posted on: September 14, 2022
By: Hillside Dental
A healthy mouth is more than having a bright smile or straight teeth. Even with cavity-free teeth, you may still be susceptible to gum disease. It is easy to forget about your gum health during your day-to-day brushing duties. Read the tips in our blog on how to maintain healthy gums.
Posted on: August 10, 2022
By: Hillside Dental
Dentists recommend fillings for patients with dental cavities because they are a safe and effective treatment method. Composite fillings offer a natural appearance, making them ideal for anyone who wants unnoticeable dental restoration. They match the shade of the patient’s teeth, helping maintain the natural smile.
Posted on: July 28, 2022
By: Hillside Dental
Dental veneers are teeth-colored shells that are bonded to the teeth’s surface. They are a solution for people who require dental restoration as they improve the appearance of the teeth. The thin shells are often made from resin composites or porcelain.
Posted on: April 21, 2022
By: Dr. Christopher Lim
Are you embarrassed by badly damaged or missing teeth? If so, full arch dental implants from Hillside Dental in Las Vegas, Nevada may be the answer for you. Traditional dental implants are used to replace individual teeth on a one-off basis, whereas full arch dental implants can replace either the entire upper or lower set of teeth...
Posted on: November 04, 2021
By: Dr. Christopher Lim
Dental crowns can serve a variety of purposes. A dental crown, also known as a cap, is used to restore an infected tooth and protect a weak tooth to keep it from breaking. It can also hold a fractured or worn tooth together, cover a tooth with an extensive filling, or even cover a dental implant to give people their smiles back. Crowns can also keep a dental bridge in place and support cosmetic modifications made to teeth. Dental crowns are incredible because they can cap all the visible parts of a tooth and are created in various sizes, appearances, …
Posted on: November 04, 2021
By: Dr. Christopher Lim
Looks are not everything but being happy with your appearance is definitely an essential part of having high self-esteem and confidence. A smile can brighten someone’s day, but if you are self-conscious about your smile due to discolored or stained teeth, you will hesitate to flash a smile at others as you pass by...