You can lose your confidence in your smile when you chip a tooth. You can also be understandably concerned that your injury will negatively affect your oral health. At our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office, patients who have issues with dental damage, whether it is superficial or more serious, can look forward to important care. That can take the form of restorative work to address problems with your tooth’s health, or we can focus on making cosmetic changes. You may be surprised at just how conservative the right treatment can be. In many situations, we can cover a chip through tooth bonding treatment, something that does not require a permanent restoration. (more…)
What TMJ Therapy Does To Address Jaw Pain
If the frequency of your jaw pain has become a source of concern, you can turn to your dentist for support and guidance. What you may need help with is a problem known as TMJ disorder, which affects people who have issues with poor jaw alignment or stress on the joints and muscles. At our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office, we can provide help to put this problem behind you. The right approach to care will help you relieve tension and improve your joint alignment. We can also take care of you if you have pain because poor oral health has negatively changed your bite function. (more…)
Placing A Filling That Won’t Change Your Smile
If a cavity is present on your tooth, you will have to face the unpleasant truth that your tooth has suffered permanent damage. The good news is that this can be addressed with a custom restoration, which your Sheridan, WY dentist will provide after addressing the decayed tissues. Once we do this, we can provide a custom dental filling that imitates your healthy enamel and provides important protection for your oral health. Fillings made with composite resin can also offer other advantages over metal restorations, as they are less reactive to temperatures and can bond directly to your tooth structure. (more…)
3 Tips You Can Use To Protect Your Smile
What do you gain by establishing and sticking to a smart smile care routine? With better preventive care, you reduce your risk for problems with dental decay, and that means you are less likely to need restorative services at a later date. You also avoid other risks, like gum disease, which can have serious consequences over time. At our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office, we are happy to offer our guidance on better at-home care, just as we are here to help you manage your well-being during your regular dental exams. A combination of good oral hygiene at home and regular preventive services will make it easier for you to avoid the kind of problems that make restorative services necessary. (more…)
Are You Ready To Show Off A Whiter Smile?
Are you growing tired of looking at dull, discolored teeth in the mirror? Do you feel as though you have put off plans to make your smile whiter for too long? If you turn to your Sheridan, WY dentist for help, you can find that making your smile brighter is easier than you anticipate. Through cosmetic dental work, there are many changes to a patient’s smile that we can make. To fight enamel stains, we can recommend a professional teeth whitening treatment. This treatment actually comes with two different options, as you can enjoy an in-office procedure, or you can take home a kit that allows you to fight discoloration from your own home! (more…)
A Dental Bridge Can Restore Your Full Smile
Are you living without your complete smile? The changes brought on by tooth loss can be hard to ignore. Even if it is difficult for people to see that you have a tooth missing, you can feel frustrated by the effect that this problem has on your ability to bite and chew. Our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office is ready to meet with you and talk about prosthetic treatment. With a custom dental bridge, we can close a gap with a permanent restoration that holds up against years of pressure from biting and chewing. This work can occur without oral surgery, making it more accessible as care than you might realize. (more…)
Hiding Smile Flaws With Porcelain Veneers
Are you tired of revealing flaws like dental discoloration, enamel damage, or other issues whenever you smile or speak? Without the right procedure, these issues can remain visible, and they can continue to affect how others see you and interact with you. Fortunately, you can do something about these problems. By talking to your Sheridan, WY dentist’s office about treatment options, you can learn about the positive impact that cosmetic services can have. For example, you can permanently cover flawed teeth with porcelain veneers. These durable restorations can cover up issues with discoloration, problems with wear and tear, issues with tooth shape and size, and even concerns about alignment. (more…)
Deciding On A Cosmetic Dental Procedure
You have felt let down by your appearance in a picture one too many time. You feel as though you are not able to project confidence in social or professional situations. You just want to see the smile you remember showing off when you were younger once again. Your reasons for looking into cosmetic dental work are your own. When you explore your options for treatment, you can discover that you are closer to your ideal appearance than you realize! Our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office is happy to help you explore what services are available, and what you can do to feel more confident in how you look. (more…)
Restoring Your Smile With A Same-Day Crown
What will it take to fully restore your tooth if you have a cavity that is too severe for a dental filling, or when your tooth is physically injured? In these situations, we will have to use dental crowns to take care of our patients. The good news is that at our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office, we can actually provide these restorations in less time than you expect. All we require is a single appointment to provide a CEREC crown. In addition to being convenient, treatment with these restorations can produce results that preserve your smile. (more…)
Should I Start Invisalign Treatment?
If you feel bothered by the alignment of your teeth, or if you wish to correct visible gaps or overlaps between them, you can look for alternatives to traditional metal braces. With Invisalign appliances, you can adjust your smile and discreetly correct problems that hurt your smile and oral health. At our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office, patients who are interested in corrective work can learn that their procedure is able to resolve trouble with more than just their appearance. Through treatment, we can also help you deal with bite issues and oral hygiene concerns that are linked to malocclusion.
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