Bardford Dental Care Blog

Imagine visiting a dentist with a badly damaged tooth and being told the only option is to have it removed. For much of history, extracting a compromised tooth was a common solution. Today, though, dental crowns offer another path: protecting weakened teeth and helping patients keep their natural smiles for years to come.

Crowns may seem like a modern dental innovation, but their history stretches back thousands of years. Let’s explore how these restorations evolved from early experiments in tooth replacement to the advanced treatments available today.

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If you need a dental filling, you may have a choice between tooth-colored composite resin and traditional amalgam. Both materials can be used to repair teeth affected by cavities, but tooth-colored fillings have become increasingly popular because they offer several cosmetic and practical advantages. Read all about them below!

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Do you have old metal fillings in your mouth from dental work when you were younger? Metal fillings were the standard in restorative dentistry for many years, and they have all sorts of amazing benefits. In addition to being highly affective, they are also long-lasting and durable. However, they also have some downsides. Today, tooth-colored fillings have become the preferred option for restoring decayed teeth. Read on to learn why you might want to have your metal fillings replaced.

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Achieving any goal usually comes down to following the right steps in the right order. Skipping ahead or putting something important off can end up working against you later on. The same is true for your smile! If a picture-perfect grin is what you’re after, there may be a few things to address first. For instance, if you’re dealing with gum disease, it’s important to treat it before moving forward with any cosmetic dental procedures. Here’s why doing so can give you comfortable results.

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If you’ve spent any time browsing social media or natural health websites, you’ve probably seen claims that turmeric can whiten teeth. Considering turmeric’s bright yellow color, the idea may seem a little surprising. After all, if turmeric can stain clothing and countertops, how could it make teeth whiter?

Let’s take a closer look at what turmeric can and can’t do for your smile.

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When you think about improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry, you may automatically think of lengthy or invasive treatments that you may not have the time or desire to commit to. But the good news is that not all aesthetic dental treatments have to be that complicated. In fact, with these three minimally invasive procedures, you can improve your smile faster and easier than ever before!

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When looking in the mirror, do you notice you have dental stains, chips, or even minor gaps in your smile? These flaws can make you self-conscious, especially if you have several at once. While you can get multiple treatments to fix them, veneers can be a one-stop shop toward an aesthetic grin. However, they are placed on individual teeth, so how many will you need to get? Here’s what to know.

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Does your smile look a bit grayer than it did in the past? You might be confused about this type of discoloration, as it’s often not talked about as much compared to a yellow tint. You might be wondering why it is happening and whether you can do anything about it. Thankfully, your dentist is here to help! Here are common culprits that cause it to develop and ways to fix it.

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If you’re missing one or more permanent teeth and would like to replace them with beautiful, functional dental implants, you’re likely eager to get started. But although this dynamic treatment can restore your healthy smile for a lifetime, if you’re pregnant, here’s why your mouth makeover will have to wait just a little bit longer.

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Dental implants are widely considered one of the most comfortable and natural-feeling tooth replacement options available today. If you are considering implants, it is normal to wonder what they feel like during the procedure, the healing process, and once they are fully restored. Understanding what to expect can help ease anxiety and prepare you for the experience.

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