This message from Allen Park Dental Care looks at one of the miracles of modern dentistry: the dental restoration. Let’s pretend you are a biomedical engineer working in the field of dentistry before the introduction of dental restorations. The men and women of your generation who have missing or damaged teeth want to repair or […]
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Suspect A Bite Problem?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
At Allen Park Dental Care, we know that a common dental problem tends to go undiagnosed for years. This is because people chalk it up to genetics and don’t even realize it’s a problem. The problem we’re talking about is, of course, malocclusion. Literally meaning “bad bite,” it is a term coined by Edward Angle, […]
The Dangers Of Oral Infections
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
It happens to most people at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on the gums doesn’t heal up. An injured tooth darkens. A pain develops in your lower sinus area. These are all symptoms we see and treat often at Allen […]
Why Improve Your Smile?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Would you like to improve the appearance of your smile? With cosmetic dentistry from Allen Park Dental Care, transforming your smile has never been easier. Cosmetic dentistry is a term that refers to dental techniques that enhance the appearance of your smile. We can make teeth brighter, in better alignment with each other, or without […]
Replace Old Silver Fillings
Superficial cuts in the skin subside without a trace, infections are wiped out with antibiotics, broken bones mend, and inflamed tissues subside. Our teeth, unfortunately, can’t regenerate. Decay can be halted in its progress, but scientists are still years away from actual enamel regeneration. That’s why the team at Allen Park Dental Care always emphasizes […]
Are There Drawbacks to Dental Implants?
Dental implants have been called one of the most important steps forward in the history of modern dentistry, and we are proud to make them available to our patients at Allen Park Dental Care. Dental implants as we know them today have been around for decades, but they’re one of those things that most people […]
5 Simple Ways To Avoid A Cracked Tooth
Categories: Dental Health, Restorative Dentistry
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. In this post from Allen Park Dental Care, we offer tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Don’t chew on hard things. Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, and even popcorn – the kernels can do damage. Also be wary of pitted […]
Just Got Braces? Avoid These Foods.
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
At Allen Park Dental Care, we know how annoying dental care can be when you’re obstructed by metal braces. As hard as it is, we recommend that all our patients abstain from hard or sticky foods while they have braces. Some of the following ‘no-no’s’ are obvious. But it’s good to review them frequently. Popcorn […]
What Can Dental Veneers Do For Your Smile?
In this blog post from Allen Park Dental Care we are taking the time to answer a common question: “What exactly are veneers, and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Dental veneers are thin shells made from medical-grade ceramic or composite resin. They are custom-made for each patient and are used to improve the […]
How Bright Can You Shine?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health
Most people notice their teeth getting dull as the years go by. Maybe duller teeth is the least of our worries as we age! On the other hand, who doesn’t want a beautiful smile? At Allen Park Dental Care, we use cosmetic dentistry to improve smiles every day! There are lots of over the counter […]
