Creative Dental Concepts of CNY Blog

Despite the fear surrounding them, root canal procedures tend to be highly successful. In fact, their long-term success rate stands at about 95 percent! However, it’s still the case that dentists sometimes need to redo them. If that happens to you, you’ll probably want to know why retreatment is necessary. Luckily, your Mount Pleasant dentist is here to tell you. Read on to learn why your root canal might need retreatment and what you should expect from the process.

Modern dental crowns are nothing short of exceptional. In addition to being incredibly durable, they also come in a wide range of lifelike shades and can last for 15+ years with proper care. So, it’s not surprising they are one of the most popular restorative treatments today. If you recently got one (or are planning to get one to restore a decayed or damaged tooth), then you may be wondering, “What happens next?” Keep reading to learn the answer!

Nowadays, it’s easier than ever to repair a severely damaged or decayed tooth. Dental practices that utilize CEREC technology are able to instantly restore your smile using a high-quality restoration that can last decades. A CEREC crown is an excellent alternative to a traditional dental crown because it can be made in one day! Read on to learn more about this restoration and the timeframe of this advanced process.  

Dental implants are chosen by over 500,000 people each year for many reasons, including their predictability. They have a success rate of 95% even after 10 years, making them an incredibly reliable tooth replacement. However, it’s still possible for dental implants to fail, which will require their removal. Read on to learn exactly what you can expect during this process as well as some potential reasons that your dental implants failed in the first place.

The time for friends, family, and the ultimate feast is almost here! Thanksgiving allows a focus on everything to be grateful for, including your loved ones around you. But be real, everyone looks forward to this holiday for the indulgence! That said, it’s important not to completely give up on your oral health just because the gravy is flowing. Read on to learn how to protect your smile by avoiding these top 5 dental hazards on the big day.

Every year, over 500,000 people choose dental implants because of their amazing benefits, including their lifelike strength and beauty. However, the treatment process differs from other options because implants require surgery. No matter how many teeth you’re missing, your treatment will always start with an initial consult. To give you confidence and peace of mind, your dentist has explained exactly what you can expect during your implant consultation!

Just like that, summer is already here! These warmer months call for fun in the sun, backyard barbeques, sports, and all the smiling that comes with them. However, while most people look forward to this time of the year, those with missing teeth may feel even more self-conscious than normal. Thankfully, dental implants allow you to smile, speak, and grin with ultimate confidence! Read on to learn more about why it’s the best time to get implants and upgrade your oral health.

Dental emergencies—they happen out of nowhere, and they’re never completely preventable, which is why they can be incredibly surprising. However, there are wide variety of urgent issues that can occur, some much stranger than others. That’s why your dentist has included a list of the top 5 weirdest dental emergencies. Read on to satisfy your curiosity and learn more.

All of a sudden, Thanksgiving is right around the corner! You’ve probably been looking forward to time with family, relaxing, and of course, the food. However, if you have dentures, you may be worried about getting through a meal without your smile slipping, sliding, or feeling uncomfortable. That’s why your dentist in Syracuse has included some easy yet effective tips to help you enjoy Thanksgiving with your dentures.

So, you’re enjoying your beautiful day, and that’s when it happens—you feel a sudden pain in your tooth. You want it to go away but it’s distracting you from all the fun you had planned. While this may seem like it happens out of nowhere, a toothache is typically a problem that develops over time due to poor oral hygiene. When there is severe decay, you’ll need treatment as soon as possible to get out of pain and back to smiling. Read on to learn about your two different options: a root canal or a tooth extraction.

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