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 »