Brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is one of the best things you can do to maintain good dental health. You’ve probably heard us say that more than once, at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle. Not many patients like to admit it, but studies show that some people have a […]
3 Smart Smile Solutions
In this article from Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle, we take a look at three procedures often used in cosmetic dental smile makeovers. 1. Dental Implants Dental implants are transforming dentistry. For most patients, a dental implant is the prime solution for a missing tooth. A dental implant is a metal (usually […]
Dental Implants: A Brief History of Tooth Replacement Innovation
Today’s dental implants boast a long-term success rate of near 97%. Because implants support surrounding teeth, encourage new tissue growth and continued bone formation, and give patients back full chewing ability and a complete smile, they have become the industry standard for tooth replacement. Today, your Seattle dentist, Dr. Dan McKay, would like to share […]
Whitening For 3 Types Of Tooth Stains
One of the most common requests we get at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle is for teeth whitening, one of our cosmetic dentistry services. Everyone, it seems, would like to have teeth that are whiter. Teeth tend to grow dull or get stained as the years go by: it’s just an unfortunate […]
Preventing Gum Disease
This message from Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle is about gum disease, and how you can prevent it. Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar, which is hardened plaque. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar […]
Local Anesthetic – Is it Safe?
If you get to go on a tropical vacation, your ability to feel the warm sun and the smooth sand is crucial to enjoying the atmosphere. There are, however, times in life when you would rather not feel anything. Getting a dental procedure can be one of those times—as important as the procedure might be. […]