New Haven Dental Group Blog

Manicures, facials, and other beauty treatments have the potential to make you feel fresh, new, and confident. The same thing is true of cosmetic dentistry. However, qualifying for cosmetic dental treatments can sometimes require a bit of preparatory work. For example, your dentist might determine that you need gum disease treatment. Why can that be a critical step on your path to a smile that you love (and love to show off)? This blog post explains.

For virtually as long as humans have existed, people have made efforts to achieve beautiful teeth. However, cosmetic dentistry has not always been the safe and effective experience that it is today! Cultures throughout history have tried some fascinating and strange methods to meet their standards for a perfect smile. Would you like to learn more about the background of cosmetic dentistry? This blog post provides fascinating information.

An attractive smile can allow you to face the world with confidence! Every year, countless millions of people visit their dentist for aesthetic services. But what if you are up in years? You might frequently see advertisements for cosmetic treatments that feature young people. Is it possible to be too old for cosmetic dentistry? No! This blog post discusses why you can enhance your smile at any age. It also lists a few treatments that are suitable for many senior patients.

One of the basic rules of successful Invisalign treatment is that you should wear your aligners for 20 – 22 hours each day (the closer you can get to 22 hours, the better). That might seem like a challenge. After all, 22 hours amounts to more than 90% of the time each day! However, you can be confident that meeting your Invisalign wear time is a realistic goal. This blog post explains why compliance is so vital, and it provides some tips to help you keep your aligner trays in your mouth as much as possible.

Countless millions of people have an underbite, overbite, crossbite, or another variety of malocclusion (bad bite). If you are among them, you might have thought about getting traditional metal braces to correct the problem. But did you know that you might be eligible for a more discreet option? Invisalign is able to fix many cases of overbites and other bite problems. This blog post further explains how clear aligners might be able to help you achieve your healthiest smile ever.

Are you thinking about getting Invisalign to straighten your teeth? This treatment is convenient, discreet, and effective. Before you commit to it, though, you may want to find the answers to some big questions, such as those regarding cost and the overall treatment process. Continue reading below to discover some helpful information.

Did you know that dental implants are successful in more than 95% of cases? You can expect your restored smile to stand the test of time! Of course, it still must be acknowledged that in rare cases, dental implant failure can occur. How can you prevent that sad outcome? This blog post contains some practical tips that will give your beautiful new teeth the best possible chance of long-term success.

If you are thinking about getting dental implants to rebuild your missing teeth, the first step on your journey will be a consultation. This appointment will help to establish the basis for your treatment plan and provide you with information that you need in order to make a confident decision about whether you want to move forward. But what happens during a dental implant consultation? This blog post provides a generalized preview of what you might experience.

If you have one or more missing teeth, you may be in the process of comparing your tooth replacement options. Traditional dentures, bridges, and dental implants are all possible choices. Unfortunately, one of those treatments — dental implants — is often misrepresented. Here are five surprising facts about dental implants that you should consider before you commit to any tooth replacement procedure.

Your natural teeth have nerves in them, so when they are exposed to outside stimuli, they can easily send pain signals to your brain. This is especially true when teeth are damaged or worn-down. But what about dental implants? They do not have any nerves, so why do they sometimes feel sensitive? This blog post explains why this problem can occur and what you may be able to do to find relief.