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An innovative new technology, CEREC, or Chairside Economical Restorations Esthetic Ceramic, allows you to have a restoration molded and placed in a single visit.   Traditionally, restorations such as crowns and veneers are placed in a two-part process. On the first visit, your teeth are prepared for the restoration and the dentist takes a mold. […]

Perhaps one of the most versatile tools available in cosmetic dentistry is porcelain veneers. Relatively simple to apply, veneers can make a dramatic difference in your smile without having to use long-term orthodontics or drastic restructuring of the teeth, as for crowns.   Dr. LeSueur and Dr. Dodaro use veneers to address a number of

I recently attended my yearly update training course on mini implants with Dr. Gordon Christiansen. This is a wonderful option for those with loose or ill-fitting dentures or partial dentures and can even be used to replace individual teeth in many cases where larger conventional implants won’t work. There are now several brands of mini

An increasingly popular choice that deals with various cosmetic dentistry issues is porcelain veneers. They can be used for a variety of purposes, many of which could previously only be dealt with by using much more invasive procedures.   Porcelain veneers are easily applied, and require minimal alteration of the tooth. Many times only a

Many people feel tooth straightening is just a cosmetic procedure. However there are many significant health benefits to straightening teeth. Some major benefits include : 1. Major improvements in periodontal (gum) health which can reduce loss of interdental papilla (the tissue between teeth). reduce periodontal pockets (the space between teeth and gums) and minimize recession

Last night my wife and I attended our daughter Kari Sue’s High School graduation. It rained during the entire ceremony. We were all soaked because it was outside!!! However, the speakers shorten their speeches making it more enjoyable for all. My wife and I spent a good part of the night chaperoning the graduation party

In our practice, we’ve noticed that, for some folks, dental health is not always a priority. We can’t emphasize enough the impact dental health can have on your current state of health. Dental health also can serve as indicator of additional health problems that might otherwise go undetected.   Areas impacted by dental health include

Through routine dental visits, my patients allow me to detect signs of tooth problems early. In this way, I save them time and money that would have been spent on complicated procedures had they not been proactive.   Silent Dental Problems Many dental problems often provide no initial pain signals, including: Cracked teeth Chipped teeth

We’ve seen many unnecessary cases of gum disease in our practice. Gum disease is preventable with good dental hygiene, but once you get it, it’s difficult to stop. Tooth and bone loss can result from untreated gum disease, and unsightly swollen, red gums are also its hallmark.   Steps to avoiding gum disease include the

In our practice, we’ve found that many people aren’t aware that there’s an alternative to the old metal braces of yesteryear. The Invisalign option makes braces a much more viable option for adults or anyone seeking a more attractive smile. 1.Just what is Invisalign? Invisalign is a series of clear trays. These trays are custom