Some people go through their life with the same set of teeth. They might even be lucky enough to never require braces, or anything more than a filling or two. Others end up needing extensive dental work throughout their lives in order to have a fully functioning mouth full of teeth. Whatever the case, knowing… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Cosmetic Dentistry
Replacing Old Fillings in Elk Grove
There are generally two reasons why people might consider replacing their old amalgam fillings: they don’t like the way the fillings look, and/or they are concerned about the mercury content in amalgam. Most experts believe the quantity of amalgam in a filling is too small to create health problems, but beyond the unattractive look of… Read more »
Skokie Dentist Explains Types of Dental Crowns
Dental crowns have a long history dating back to the Etruscans, in the 8th to 5th century B.C. The earliest crowns were made out of materials ranging from ivory to human teeth, but gold eventually became the standard. You may assume that tooth-colored porcelain crowns are relatively new in dentistry, but as early as the… Read more »
A Quiz on Tooth Structure from Your Vernon Hills Cosmetic Dentist
Understanding what a healthy set of teeth should be comprised of can be a good way to grasp what cosmetic dental work might be right for you. Your Vernon Hills cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent A. Engelberg, would like to see how much you know about the structure of your teeth. Try your hand at the… Read more »