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Unless you’ve visited a cosmetic dentist and/or had cosmetic dental work done, cosmetic dentistry might seem like a mystery to you. Most of us are familiar with cosmetic dentistry because of movie stars and Hollywood celebrities. They have gorgeous teeth and when we allow ourselves to think about it, we wonder why they do but (more…).

Newly retired? Bored? Looking for something enjoyable to do around the Reno Nevada area? Birdwatching can enrich your life and your health. Just an hour’s drive from Reno this Saturday is the Spring Wings Festival in Fallon Nevada. There are many benefits to birding including getting outdoors and breathing in the fresh air, soaking up (more…).

Periodontal disease is on the rise and it is thought to be due to the modern diet. Studies of microbes in the mouths of our ancient ancestors have shown that as our diets changed so too did the amount of pathogenic oral bacteria. Our oral cavities are filled with good bacteria and bad bacteria. The (more…).

Silver amalgam fillings are a mixture of silver, tin, copper, and mercury. They have been under scrutiny for years due to the belief that mercury leaches out of the filling and you’re your body causing serious illnesses. Even though these claims have never been substantiated, another type of dental filling has been introduced. It is (more…).

Tired of the dreariness? The weather is going to shape up nicely in Reno over the weekend and just in time for the Reno River Festival. It’s time to get out and stretch your legs, use your muscles, and enjoy some fresh air, water, and sun. If you’re looking for something to do to beat (more…).

There was a time when people expected to lose their teeth as they aged and end up wearing dentures. Today with modern dental technology, new and improved dental materials, minimally invasive dental practices, and a variety of dental treatment options, people are keeping their teeth longer. Speaking of a variety of treatment options, there are (more…).

Modern dental implants have been utilized since the 1970s. That implants are a successful and effective dental treatment used to replace missing teeth has been proven via scientific research and decades of clinical use. The idea of implanting titanium into bone was stumbled upon in 1952 by an orthopedic surgeon studying how bone healed. Simply (more…).

If you’ve never had a root canal there is no doubt that you’ve at least heard about them. Root canals are said to be painful and they are often dreaded, but the truth is that they are not any more uncomfortable than a dental filling. A root canal replaces the pulp of the tooth. The (more…).

Having a tooth crowned is much better than having it pulled. You should try to maintain as much of the healthy tooth structure as possible whenever you are having a dental problem. Pulling a tooth means that you will eventually need a dental bridge or an implant. A dental bridge can require more invasive dental (more…).

Most anyone who is missing one, two, or three consecutive teeth has the option to replace them with a dental bridge. Dental bridges are a common treatment for missing teeth. They are minimally invasive, affordable, and today’s materials make them indistinguishable from the patient’s natural dentition. Function and appearance are two very important reasons to (more…).