Your body has numerous nerves throughout that allow you to feel pain and sensation. You even have nerves in your jaw. Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ), or jaw joint, is closely associated with the trigeminal nerve. Today, your Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans, explain what your trigeminal nerve is and what it has to do with your TMJ.
Have you ever thought about what toothpaste is made of? You put it in your mouth at least twice a day. You rub it on your teeth and gums thoroughly. Yet, I bet you haven’t thought much about it. In today’s blog, your Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans, discuss toothpaste facts.
Your teeth are made to last a lifetime, but as does your body, your teeth naturally sustain wear as time goes by. Natural wear happens slowly over a lifetime and includes the wearing of enamel and tooth structure. However, sometimes certain conditions or habits can cause unnecessary stress and wear on your teeth that are excessive. This type of wear is abnormal because it is not just the usual wear and tear, and it accelerates degeneration of your dentition. In today’s blog, your Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans discuss three types of tooth wear.
As cosmetic dentistry becomes more sophisticated more and more treatments become available. For instance there are several ways to replace a tooth and there are several ways to fix a tooth. Some are less invasive than others and some are more expensive than others. Today, your Reno dentists, Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans will discuss one of the easiest, least invasive, and least expensive cosmetic procedures for fixing a damaged or discolored tooth–cosmetic bonding.
Gum disease or periodontal disease can be a serious health issue for people who are unaware of the problem and unknowingly allow it to continue unchecked. Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans have years of experience helping their patients fight gum disease. Continue reading “Types Of Gum Disease”→
A few things may cross your mind when searching for a new dentist. Which dentist can treat my condition? How do I know which doctor is which? As experienced family dentists, Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans can treat a variety of conditions. Our practice, Wager-Evans Dental, makes it easy for you to find a dentist that meets your specific needs. We not only share a passion for comprehensive dentistry, but we also share a dedication to making you feel comfortable, relaxed, and welcome as soon as you enter our office. Our commitment to your satisfaction as a patient and a friend is an extension of our mission of providing quality care and a gorgeous smile to all of our patients and their families. Continue reading “How to Find a Dentist in Reno, NV”→
Gum disease, or periodontal disease, affects over 70% of adults over the age of 65 in the United States, and is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. However, its widespread destruction isn’t due to difficulty in treating the condition. On the contrary, gum disease is highly preventable with proper oral care and maintenance. It can also be effectively controlled even if allowed to develop. Gum disease develops in the midst of poor oral hygiene, and is typically allowed to progress because patients often neglect to seek treatment in time. Continue reading “The Highlights of Gum Disease”→
How you feel about your smile can strongly influence how you feel about yourself in general. If you hide your smile because you’re embarrassed by imperfections, your lack of self-confidence can show in your overall demeanor.Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the aesthetic aspects of your smile, erasing imperfections to let your natural, beautiful smile show through. Since every smile is different, your smile improvement procedure will differ from everyone else’s, and may range from simple teeth whitening to completely revamping the visible surfaces of your teeth. Continue reading “The Scope of Cosmetic Dentistry”→
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