Center for Contemporary Dentistry Blog

“Beauty is pain.” You have probably heard people recite that old adage as they take various measures to maintain or improve their appearance. But is it always true? If you are thinking about undergoing cosmetic dentistry, you might wonder if you have to mentally prepare yourself for pain. The truth is that every individual’s experience is a little bit different, but you can be sure that your dentist does not want you to suffer. They will do all they can to help you have a comfortable treatment! This blog post delves further into the sensations you may experience as you seek to enhance your smile.

After you receive dental implants, your body will go through a healing period. Throughout that time, it is important that you do — and avoid doing — certain activities. Otherwise, you could jeopardize the success of your new teeth. What are some things that you should not do after your dental implant surgery? This blog post explains.

Sensitivity in natural teeth is a common problem; it often occurs when a tooth’s enamel is too thin, so it is easier for outside stimuli to irritate the tooth’s nerve. Dental implants are different. They do not have enamel or nerves, so you may be surprised when one of them starts to experience sensitivity. What are some possible explanations for why your dental implant feels sensitive, and what steps should you take to address the problem? This blog post provides helpful information.

In the United States, the average life expectancy is around 77 years. However, many people are able to lead active and satisfying lives well into their 80s, 90s, or beyond. What is the key to such longevity? A number of different factors can influence longevity, and oral health is one of them! This blog post discusses the link between missing teeth and life expectancy, and it touches on how dental implants might be able to help you live longer.

Inflation and economic uncertainty have caused many people to re-evaluate their spending habits. You might have canceled some unnecessary subscriptions, cut back on expensive recreation, and made other changes to your routine. But what about your dental insurance? Is it worth the money, or is it another superfluous expense that you should get rid of? The answer will be obvious after you consider how your policy could help you save money year after year.