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The Initial Consultation for Your Smile Makeover
A smile makeover can help improve a person's overall appearance and self-confidence. However, modern cosmetic dentistry offers patients so many cosmetic dentistry options that the process can sometimes be intimidating. The initial consultation is the patient's chance to explain what … Continued
Can Implant Supported Dentures Improve Chewing Function?
Implant supported dentures are a great replacement option for those needing a solution for missing teeth. Dentists often recommend them for patients who are replacing an entire arch of teeth, whether that be the top or bottom half. Aside from … Continued
Emergency Dentistry Services for a Fractured Tooth During the COVID-19 Pandemic
A fractured tooth requires emergency dentistry if the damage to the tooth affects its inner chambers. A fractured tooth can be caused by a variety of things like trauma from sports/accidents, biting on hard foods and bruxism. The COVID-19 pandemic … Continued
What Does PPE per CDC Guidance Involve for Rockville Smile Design?
The use of PPE per CDC guidance is for a primary objective, which is to protect dental care professionals at Rockville Smile Design and patients from infection. The CDC guidelines cover selection and use of Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE … Continued
What Types of Cosmetic Dentistry Are Right for Me?
There are a lot of different cosmetic dentistry procedures available to those looking to improve their smile. Not everyone is born with the teeth they want, but because there are a variety of cosmetic procedures offered by cosmetic dental professionals, … Continued
A General Dentist Discusses the Hazards of Oral Piercings
According to general dentists, oral piercings can actually be hazardous to your health. Your personal style is how you portray yourself, and you may have considered oral piercings as part of this. However, you may not realize that these piercings … Continued
What Are Tooth Fillings?
Wanting to understand more about tooth fillings, also known as dental fillings, before you make an appointment to have your cavities filled? Smart. Dental fillings are also used to repair any damage in a tooth, which makes the tooth strong … Continued
How To Relieve Tooth Pain
Nothing ruins a perfectly good day like tooth pain. It can leave your mouth sore and tender, it can make your gums throb with pain and it can even lead to some rather vicious headaches. Toothaches are the way the … Continued
Do I Need a Referral for Endodontic Treatment?
Root canal treatment, or endodontic treatment, can be done by both a general dentist and an endodontist. As the name suggests, endodontists are specialist dentists that treat problems affecting the inner tooth. This makes them more than qualified to perform … Continued
Tips to Help Your Kids Have Healthy Teeth
If you are a parent, you probably have a plethora of questions when it comes to keeping your kid’s teeth healthy. From their brushing and flossing habits to scheduling their first dental appointment, parents have a hard time judging what … Continued