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What Happens After You Extract a Tooth?
The great thing about extracting baby teeth in kids is that an adult tooth descends soon after. When adults need a tooth extracted, there’s no additional natural tooth that’s going to come out and take its place. The question is then what to do about that gap? Not everyone cares about how that gap or …
Cosmetic Benefits of a Crown or Bridge
Very few people have perfect teeth. Aesthetically, they may be misshapen, discolored, crooked or crowded (or some combination). And physically they might have cavities, fractures or are weakened to the point of not functioning well. For a variety of reasons, people are sometimes missing teeth as well. The good news is that we live in …
All Crowns Are Not the Same!
In past generations, someone who needed a crown usually got a metal one. It was visible when eating, smiling or chewing. Fortunately, dentistry now has many options, including crowns that look like natural teeth. Yes, metal crowns are still an option too. Crowns are used on teeth that are damaged in some way, like they’re …
When a Tooth Needs a Crown, Not a Filling
Sometimes patients come to see the dentist in St. Petersburg FL, and they have a cavity or fractured tooth. They might know it’s damaged, but assume they’ll just need a filling. Perhaps they came in looking for an emergency dentist or it was just their regular dentistry appointment. In either case, fillings aren’t the answer …
Helpful Tips for Choosing the Right Dentist
Proper dental care is never something to take lightly. People that don’t follow a regular teeth cleaning routine and don’t try to resolve any dental issues as quickly as possible often suffer from dire consequences. It’s always recommended that every person visits the dentist for regular checkups at least every six months. This is why …
