Restoration
Get Ready for a Pain-Free Smile: What Happens When You Get a Cavity Filled
A Stress-Free Guide to Fillings Filling a cavity is an essential step in protecting your teeth from further decay and damage. Left untreated, a tooth cavity can worsen, potentially leading to pain, infection, or even tooth loss. But don’t worry—modern dental techniques make the process simple, quick, and virtually pain-free. At Parmer Lane Family Dentistry,…
Read MoreFrom Imperfect Teeth to a Perfect Smile: How Restorative Dentistry Can Help
A Perfect Smile Is Possible—Here’s How Everyone deserves a smile that makes them feel confident and happy. Unfortunately, life can take a toll on our teeth—whether it’s through injury, decay, or years of wear and tear. If you’re dealing with cracked, chipped, or missing teeth, you’re not alone. Restorative dentistry could be the life-changing solution…
Read MoreDentures or a Dental Bridge: What’s the Best Choice for You?
Your Choices for a Restored Smile Missing teeth can have a significant impact on your oral health, appearance, and confidence. Whether it’s a gap that shows when you smile or missing molars that make chewing uncomfortable, restorative dentistry offers solutions to bring your smile back to life. Two of the most popular options are dentures…
Read More5 Things to Expect Before and After Your Root Canal Procedure
Preparing for a stress-free root canal procedure. When you’re facing the prospect of a root canal procedure, it’s natural to feel a little apprehensive. However, understanding what to expect can go a long way in alleviating your concerns and ensuring a smooth experience! A root canal procedure is a common and highly effective treatment used…
Read MoreSmile’s Secret Weapon: When and Why Dental Crowns Matter
The versatile power of dental crowns. A radiant smile is not only a confidence booster—but also a sign of good health and well-being. But what happens when your teeth aren’t as strong or as beautiful as they could be? Enter dental crowns—a versatile and powerful solution that can restore and enhance your smile in ways…
Read MoreMissing Teeth? Here’s What to Expect During the Dental Implant Process
A Step-by-Step Journey to a New Smile If you’re dealing with missing teeth, you may be considering your tooth replacement options. Dental implants are one of the most popular and effective solutions available today, offering a permanent, natural-looking way to restore your smile, confidence, and oral health. But what exactly does the dental implant process…
Read MoreAre Dentures a Good Tooth Replacement Option? Answers to Your FAQs
You may feel down in the dumps if you have lost a tooth or two. And we get it. Losing teeth creates discomfort when chewing, can make it hard to communicate properly with family and friends, and impacts your smile. But it’s important to know that while tooth loss can be prevented in many cases,…
Read MoreUnderstanding 3 Psychological Benefits of Dental Implants
Restoring Your Smile With Dental Implants Did you know that about 1 in 6 adults over age 65 have lost all of their natural teeth? And of those 32 teeth that we’re supposed to have, adults over age 20 only have an average of 25.5 remaining teeth. Let’s do the math. That means most adults…
Read MoreTooth Extraction: Preparing for the Procedure and 4 Critical Aftercare Tips
Tooth extraction is sometimes necessary when a tooth can’t be saved. Cavities, also referred to as dental caries, are the top reason for tooth removal (49.1%). Other causes include remaining roots (18.5%), gum disease (18.4%), and impacted teeth (7.2%). Knowing what to expect before and after extraction can ensure a smoother dental journey. Preparing for…
Read MoreWhen Are Dental Inlays and Onlays the Best Choice for Tooth Restoration?
Having a healthy smile can work wonders to improve your confidence and overall well-being, but when your dentist says you have tooth decay, it can throw a wrench into that mindset. You may begin wondering what your choices are for restoring that deterioration, and—thanks to cosmetic dentistry—you have numerous aesthetic treatment options, such as dental…
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