Crovatto & Edwards Family Dentistry Blog

Your teeth do far more than help you chew food and flash a confident smile. They’re complex, fascinating structures that play a key role in your overall health and many of their features often go unnoticed. Here are 10 interesting things you may not know about your teeth.

If you had missing teeth in the past, you may have had them replaced with a dental bridge. This reliable treatment is an effective way to fill in those gaps, often lasting up to 15 years when taken care of properly. However, as sturdy as they are, this doesn’t mean your restoration is invincible. Some things can cause it to fail, so here are three of them to help you better understand how to protect it.

Are you missing multiple teeth in your mouth? It’s important to choose a tooth replacement option to prevent yourself from developing additional oral health issues. However, this is a big decision, so it pays to be well informed. Continue reading to learn more about dental bridges and partial dentures and their benefits. This way, you can best the best decision to meet your needs.

Dentures are a lifechanging tooth replacement option for those who have suffered from significant tooth loss. Missing teeth can make daily tasks a lot more difficult. This includes things like chewing your food, speaking clearly, and smiling without feeling self-conscious. However, if you have been missing teeth for many years, you may be wondering if dentures are still an option for you. Here’s what you should know.

Life without all of your teeth can be an uphill battle at times; not only are your abilities to eat and speak greatly impacted, but you may also feel pretty reluctant to smile in public or express yourself! Fortunately, modern dentistry offers all kinds of options for replacing lost teeth, including dentures, which you might recognize, as well as dental implants, which have quickly risen in rank to become the “gold standard” of tooth replacement. Here’s a closer look at these options and how they have the potential to reverse some of the issues associated with missing teeth, like jawbone deterioration.  

If you are missing teeth, you know just how challenging it can be to complete daily tasks, like chewing your food, speaking clearly, and smiling without feeling self-conscious. The good news is that there are various tooth replacement options out there, like dental implants, that can transform the appearance and function of your teeth. One factor that you need to consider when choosing a tooth replacement method is longevity. Read on to learn how long you can expect your dental implants to last.

If you’re thinking about replacing missing teeth with dental implants, you might be wondering just how painful the process is. After all, implant placement involves surgery—so isn’t it going to hurt? The good news is that most patients find the experience far more comfortable than they expected. With modern techniques, local anesthesia, and post-op care, getting dental implants is now a relatively low-pain process.

Let’s break down what you can expect and how to make your recovery as smooth as possible.

BOTOX is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments for reducing fine lines and wrinkles, helping millions of people feel more youthful and refreshed. While BOTOX is generally safe when administered by a qualified provider, it’s important to know about potential side effects, how to manage them, and why the benefits often outweigh the risks for many patients.

Here’s what you should know before your next BOTOX appointment.

As we age, it’s common to notice fine lines and wrinkles—not just on the face or forehead, nor just surrounding the mouth, but sometimes on the neck, too. These horizontal lines, often called neck bands, can be frustrating for those looking to maintain a youthful appearance. However, you should know that just like it can be used to address fine facial lines and enhance your smile’s appearance. BOTOX can also be used to soften these neck lines. Here’s more about how your dentist can help!

Dental veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures today, known for their ability to completely transform a smile. But what many people don’t realize is that veneers have a history dating back nearly a century. From temporary Hollywood fixes to durable, custom-made restorations, dental veneers have undergone remarkable advancements since their inception in 1928.