A dental bridge is a fixed prosthetic dental device that is commonly utilized to replace a single missing tooth or multiple teeth by permanently attaching an artificial tooth or teeth to dental implants or your existing teeth. Patients who have had Community Dental Group develop their dental bridges for them had numerous questions initially which we have listed here. Hopefully, these will answer your questions about the procedure as well. Read more
One of the more popular cosmetic dental procedures that we perform at Community Dental Group is the use of dental implants for replacing damaged or missing teeth. Many of our patients who have experienced a traumatic mouth injury or are suffering with gum (periodontal) disease have opted for dental implants to replace their teeth and restore their smile in the process. The procedure is effective for replacing one tooth or multiple teeth up to an including a full set. Read more
Community Dental Group is well aware of the importance of a person’s smile and what it says about them. It is one of the first physical features that people notice about you. So it goes without saying that a bigger, more confident smile tells others how good you feel about yourself and how happy you are with your life. However, if your smile is not that bright or your teeth are stained, it doesn’t matter how confident you are because others may get the wrong impression about you. Read more
Once an oral surgery procedure has been completed at Community Dental Group, the focus shifts to recovery and the patient healing as quickly as possible. Your dentist will provide you with some post-operative recovery instructions to ensure that there is no risk of infection or surgical site trauma. The following guidelines are provided to every oral surgery patient in the hopes that the recovery period proceeds as pain-free and smoothly as possible. Read more
In recent years, we have seen some incredible advancements and innovations in the field of dentistry and dental technology. One such innovation is the dental implant, a titanium screw that is inserted into the jawbone and covered with an artificial tooth or crown. As beneficial as this technology has been, it is unfortunate that we have seen so much poorly documented research and published literature containing false claims and myths online. The following is a list of the 7 most common myths. Read more
Depending on the stage of periodontal disease that you are currently experiencing, there are two basic ways in which we treat these conditions – non-surgically and surgically. While the non-surgical methods focus on controlling bacterial growth, surgical treatment focuses on restoring the bone and gum’s supportive tissues. Here are the most common types of each treatment that we recommend. Read more
Our dentists typically recommend oral surgery procedures when non-surgical treatments are ineffective for treating certain dental conditions and problems. In most cases, the surgical procedures discussed below focus on the different components of your jaw bone structure and your oral cavity (i.e. mouth). Read more
Where your appearance and first impressions are concerned, nothing is more apparent or influential than your smile. Not only can your smile significantly change your life, it could also help you in achieving some of your long-term goals. If you’ve been searching for a better way to enhance your appearance and your smile, you should consider undergoing a cosmetic dentistry procedure. Additionally, if you have budget concerns, there is a variety of procedures that you can choose from. Consider the following. Read more
It goes without saying that the foundation for good dental health is proper oral and dental hygiene. Simply brushing your teeth and flossing in between them twice every day can go a long way to extending the lifespan of your permanent teeth. However, it also requires that you regularly visit your dentist on a bi-annual basis. The following is a list of helpful dental hygiene tips that we provide our clients with at Community Dental Group. Read more
Seniors face a number of different health concerns due to the toll that the aging process takes on their bodies. One area where these effects are the most noticeable is their dental health and the condition of their teeth. Some of the problems they encounter can be diminished or avoided altogether by practicing good dental hygiene and visiting the dentist on a regular basis. However, there are certain problems that may develop anyway including: Read more