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Digital Dentistry

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  Digital Dentistry Digital dentistry utilizes advanced imaging and computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) technologies to enhance various aspects of dental care. These technologies include:   ·        Intraoral Scanners: Intraoral scanners capture high-resolution, 3D digital impressions of a patient's teeth and oral tissues. They replace traditional messy and uncomfortable impression materials, providing greater accuracy and efficiency in the creation of dental restorations.   ·        Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT): CBCT is a specialized form of 3D dental imaging that produces detailed cross-sectional images of the oral and maxillofacial regions. It aids in precise treatment planning for dental implant placement, orthodontics, and oral surgeries. Choose a dentist that offers a  comprehensive range of advanced dental techniques that will transform your smile and e...

Lasers in Dentistry

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  Laser Dentistry   Laser technology has transformed several aspects of dental procedures, offering numerous benefits such as reduced pain, faster healing, and improved precision. Laser dentistry finds applications in:   ·        Soft Tissue Procedures: Dental lasers are used for gum contouring, periodontal treatments, frenectomies, and other soft tissue surgeries. They minimize bleeding, reduce the need for sutures, and promote faster healing.   ·        Cavity Preparation: Lasers can selectively remove decayed tooth structure, preserving healthier tooth enamel compared to traditional drilling techniques. This conservative approach helps maintain tooth strength and reduces the need for extensive restorations.   Dentistry has come a long way over the years, thanks to continuous advancements in technology and innovative techniques.  Sunshine Smiles Dentistry is a dentist in Roswell, Ge...

3 quick tips for dental health

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  Here are 3 quick tips of things you can do to build a strong dental routine with strong oral health.  1. Keep the focus on your brushing routine: Brush twice a day. An ADA-approved powered toothbrush is also more effective, as its circular motion makes it easy to get rid of every piece of bacteria that dares to collect in any nook or corner of your teeth 2. Floss, Floss, Floss: Lots of folks have gum disease due to not flossing correctly or not flossing at all. The space between your teeth is extremely important. Make sure to floss daily! 3. Eat fibrous foods: Fiber, besides being considered the modern super-food, also helps improving the shine on your teeth. 

What are different types of Dental insurances or Dental coverage's?

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There are several different types of dental insurances. Dental Insurances can be complex. Some insurances require you to choose a primary care dentist. Some insurances require to choose dentists within a network. Here are some of the common dental plans: Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) PPO plans use a network of dentists who get paid by set fee schedule. This fee schedule is known as the contracted fee schedule. Procedures that are covered by these plans vary. You can sometimes see dentists not in the PPO network but that may cost more to you. Selecting a primary care dentist is not required.  PPO plans also typically have a deductible and a percentage that you have to pay for certain procedures. Some procedures such as cleanings, exams and routing x-rays might be covered by the plan completely.  Dental Health Maintenance Organization (DHMO) Dental HMO or DHMO plans pay contracted dentists a certain amount for each patient. There is generally no deductible or annual maxi...
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 Dental Night Guard Kit to Protect Your Teeth Bruxism is the medical term used for teeth grinding. The condition affects almost 8% adults as per the National Sleep Foundation. Teeth grinding can be a serious problem and, if left untreated, may lead to chipped, broken, or cracked teeth. It may also cause TMJ/TMD and headaches. Patients with a history of teeth grinding at night are generally recommended dental night guards. Taking care of your teeth also helps you sleep better . Bruxism should be treated as early as possible to prevent lasting damage. Dental Night Guard Types There are two major types of dental night guards – custom made and over-the-counter. While the usual boil and bite dental night guards found at local drugstores can be helpful in reducing grinding of teeth, they are no match to the benefits of a custom night guard that is made professionally by a dentist. Custom-made night guards make use of detailed molds of your jaw and teeth. They allow for a mor...

Does Root Canal require a crown?

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Does Root Canal Require a Crown? Every tooth that gets treated requires some form of final restoration and root canal therapy is no Does root canal require a crown? different. Permanent dental restoration in the form of a crown is needed. This post will talk about the reasons why it is important to get a crown after undergoing root canal therapy and whether you need one or not. Your tooth may have weakened Teeth that have undergone root canal therapy tend to be extremely fragile. The tooth may have previously suffered trauma. There may have been crack formation or an outright fracture. Root canal therapy may have reduced the flexural strength of dentin. Dentin is the hard, calcified tissue from which teeth are made. Cleaning agents used during the treatment may weaken dentin. Another factor that contributes to teeth weakening is the procedure itself. In order to perform a root canal, the dentist is required to create an access cavity which can weaken the tooth. Crow...

What's the Truth? Does Coffee Really Stain Your Teeth?

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What's the Truth? Does Coffee Really Stain Your Teeth? Almost nobody can give up their morning coffee routine. In fact, most don’t feel human till the day’s first cup of coffee kicks in. However, your choice of morning beverage can take a toll on your teeth and oral health. This post is for you if you (like many others) wonder whether your daily ‘happiness in a cup’ could make your smile less brilliant. Does coffee stain teeth? Caffeine Facts about Teeth Staining Teeth discoloration is often blamed on coffee, when in truth caffeine in its natural form is a white colored powder that is odorless. The compound when isolated from vegetable sources has nothing to do with staining or teeth damage. Caffeine dissolves without a trace in liquid beverages. It does not contribute to the color, which is why it cannot be called a ‘chromogen’. This means that drinking decaf will probably not help you maintain the brilliance of your pearly whites. Instead, it is important that...