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Q1. Which of the following describes porcelain veneers? A. Thin porcelain shells that cover the front of your tooth B. A porcelain restoration that replaces the crown of your tooth C. A filling for a cavity D. An artificial tooth that replaces a missing tooth Q2. Which of the following is a cheaper alternative to (more…).

Are you curious about how cosmetic dentistry can enhance the appearance of your smile? In recent years, cosmetic dentistry has become very popular. In fact, professional teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dental procedure in the United States. Fortunately, our team at Wager Evans Dental can produce flawless, beautiful smiles with innovative methods. If (more…).

It’s lurking underneath classroom desks, hiding under the bus seats, and strewn about parking lots, waiting silently for its victims. Whether or not it is inside your mouth, chewing gum has a bad reputation. That’s why you may be surprised to find that your Reno dentists, Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans actually encourage chewing gum—under (more…).

Non-Slip Dentures Dentures have a horrible reputation for slipping, sliding, and causing total embarrassment. Often, dentures slip because they don’t fit securely on the ridges of the gums. Over time, friction between dentures and gum ridges causes the ridges to wear down. The surface, then, becomes smooth, and dentures have nothing to grip, even with (more…).

When discussing dentistry, teeth and gums almost always dominate the conversation. But what about the tongue? It plays a vital role in digestion, the sense of taste, and oral health – so your tongue deserves the same respect as your teeth and gums. Your Reno dentists, Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans, challenge you to the (more…).

At Wager Evans Dental we believe patient comfort should be a top priority with dental care. After all, if you feel welcomed and relaxed at your dental appointment you will be more likely to return for regular dental cleanings, maintaining optimal oral health. Our Reno dentists, Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans offer dental care focused (more…).

Last week was National Women’s Health Week, an awareness event started by the United States Department of Health and Human Services. In light of this, your Reno dentists, Dr. Wager and Dr. Evans, want to educate their patients on a topic near and dear to the hearts of many women, the importance of prenatal dental (more…).

If you have ever held a conversation with someone who stutters, you know that it involves repetitions, pauses, and drawn out syllables in the speech pattern, which are extremely difficult for that individual to control. Often, people with a stuttering problem feel uncomfortable in social situations, especially children. A speech impediment should never be a (more…).

Are you ready for Mother’s Day this Sunday? Do you know what you’re giving to your mom to show her how much you love and appreciate her? At Wager Evans Dental, we like to think that we celebrate Mother’s Day all year long. Why? Because we provide dental care to patients of all ages with (more…).

Do you chew on pen caps or bite your nails? Did you know that these habits can be harmful to your teeth and oral health? You might be surprised how a seemingly innocent habit such as chewing on a pen cap can do damage to your oral health. Dr. William Wager and Dr. Brian Evans (more…).