What keeps people from having a cavity filled? Generally, the answer comes down to one of two important issues: fear of the dentist or concern about the cost of the treatment. However, if you have a cavity filled, there are a few reasons you should get it filled immediately. You see, cavities are formed by […]
If the teeth in your smile need a modest amount of realignment but you’re not comfortable with the idea of wearing metal braces, you should ask your orthodontist, Dr. Matthew Scaffa, about being fitted for Invisalign®. Invisalign uses custom, durable, clear plastic aligners to gradually adjust the alignment of your teeth in incremental steps. For […]
If your bridge feels loose, wiggles, or gives you pain when you bite down or chew food, it is a serious cause for concern. While the cement holding your bridge in place is extraordinarily strong, there are times when bacteria from chronic gum disease or an accidental blow to the face can affect the cement […]
Every crown installed by Dental Art Concepts PLLC is intended to stand the test of time. However, there are a few rare instances when something like a blow to the face, a hard fall, or chronic periodontal disease can loosen the cement anchoring your crown to the abutment within. When this happens, you should not […]
Are you about to receive root canal therapy? If so, our Dental Art Concepts PLLC team is more than happy to give you the details you need to wash your nerves away and help you feel more comfortable in the dental chair. Dr. Matthew Scaffa and our team believe that the more you know about […]
Oral hygiene is vital if you want strong and successful oral health. However, it’s only beneficial if you have the right techniques and tools. So, if you tend to brush your teeth twice a day and floss once, our Dental Art Concepts PLLC team asks you to also consider the use of mouthwash. Mouthwash in […]