If you’ve visited our website before you know that implants are the preferable tooth restoration for most individuals with a missing tooth. The dental implant process can take several dental visits over a period of months. Don’t let this discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. Remember that the tooth implant timeline is […]
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You Should Worry if Any of These 3 Things Happen in Your Mouth
1. You drink a cold beverage and—yowza—it creates a shooting pain! When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually contacts the layer under the enamel. This is called the dentin. The dentin contains tiny tubules. A cold (or acidic) liquid that flows into the tubules can get close enough to the nerve to make you […]
Dental X-rays Help Your Orthodontist Provide Quality Care
Clearbraces Don’t know a periapical from a bitewing? Today’s post focuses on dental X-rays. Panoramic If you have ever stood in a huge camera apparatus and struggled to stay still while an automated camera made one slow pass around your head, then you have had a panoramic X-ray taken. These pictures help dentists see everything […]
Should Lone Tree Teens Whiten Their Teeth?
Getting a smile just like their favorite singer or movie star might be high on your teen’s priority list. However, you may want to talk with your dentist before buying an at-home tooth whitening product. As with any cosmetic dentistry procedure, teeth whitening should be overseen by a professional. There are a number of factors […]
Does Your Teen Feel Wisdom Teeth Coming In?
65 percent of individuals who detect wisdom teeth notice them in their late teens or early twenties. At Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry, we help our adolescent patients with their wisdom teeth issues. Why are wisdom teeth often extracted? There are several reasons… 1. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. […]
What is the Recovery Time for a Dental Implant?
What is the recovery time for a permanent tooth implant procedure? There isn’t a standard timeline because there are many variables involved. Each patient’s treatment plan is unique. Here are some factors that affect the recovery time for a dental implant procedure. Is a tooth extraction necessary? Will I need to have a bone graft […]
Whitening For 3 Types Of Tooth Stains
Hello Lone Tree! If your smile could use some brightening, what are you waiting for? Professional teeth whitening and teeth bleaching are the easiest ways Highlands Ranch residents can dramatically improve their appearance. It is important to realize that not every Denver smile responds the same to teeth bleaching. The degree of whiteness attained and […]
The Mark Of The Perfect Dentist
If you are fortunate to have dental insurance but do not have a regular dentist, it’s time to choose a dentist. And if you haven’t got insurance but have dental needs, perhaps it is time to consider who can meet those needs affordably. An Educated Dentist Adam Almeida, DDS performs extraordinary work for patients who […]
How Long Does It Take For Braces To Straighten Teeth?
How long does it take to straighten teeth with braces? Waiting is difficult. You want your new smile today! But it takes a while to move misaligned teeth into their proper position. Most individuals wear braces from 18 to 36 months. Orthodontists counsel moms and dads to correct dental dilemmas when their child is young. […]
Should I Worry About My Snoring?
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have considerable health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an obstruction that restricts the flow of air in the throat. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping […]
