A Philadelphia Dentist Answers Common Dentistry Questions

As a Philadelphia dentist, we take the time to get to know our patients and educate them about what can be done to improve their oral health.  As such, we take the time to discuss their concerns along with providing information about oral health so that our patients can become more educated overall.  By understanding more about health and dentistry, our patients are empowered to stay in good health in between visits to our office.

If you would like more information about dental care, we invite you to visit our office.  In the meantime here are some things that you should know:

Technology has improved imaging.

We can now see a clearer picture of what is happening inside of your mouth.  By getting a better visual, we can create a more precise treatment plan.  This makes it possible to address the issue without irritating the surrounding tissue unnecessarily.  The better images that we can get in our Philadelphia dentist office, the more accurate your treatment will be.

Pain is but a distant memory.

Many people are worried about visiting the dentist because they think that they will experience some discomfort. When you visit our practice, we will ensure that you remain comfortable the entire time by using some form of sedation.  There are multiple ways to help you relax and stay comfortable.  Whether using an oral medication to relax or going to sleep for oral surgery, we can ensure that you feel great regardless of the type of dental treatment you are receiving.  There are several options to choose from, so we encourage you to schedule a consultation to discuss which one is best for you.

Restorations look natural now.

If you have gotten a crown or a filling in the past, your dentist may have used silver amalgam.  This has been a popular option due to its affordability and durability.  The challenge is that when you smile, it looks like your mouth is full of metal, and it’s obvious that dental work has been done.  Fortunately, we have a better solution.  We can use a tooth-colored material for fillings, dental crowns, and dental veneers so that regardless of the type of restoration that you select, it will look natural.  This is a benefit because no one can tell that you had any dental work done.  If you want to replace an old filling or crown with something more natural looking, let us know.

Your headaches may be caused by your oral health.

If you have headaches that don’t seem to go away, you may be grinding or clenching your teeth at night.  Many people do so without realizing it, and as the jaw tightens, the face, neck, head and jaw can all start to hurt.  In this situation, you can feel better by simply wearing a night guard in order to prevent your upper and lower teeth from touching.  This is a non-invasive and instant solution for helping you to feel better.

With new technology and treatment methods surfacing, we invite you to visit our Philadelphia dentist office to experience firsthand how dentistry has changed.