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Neuromuscular dentistry is a specialized branch of dentistry that addresses the proper alignment of the jawbone and how it affects the nerves and muscles in the face. Neuromuscular dentistry looks at all the aspects of the teeth, jaw, nerves, and muscles and how they relate to each other. By contrast, general dentistry addresses the health […]

If you have stained or discolored teeth, teeth whitening can give you back your bright, white smile. Powerful teeth whitening procedures are performed in the dentist’s office, lightening your stained teeth by as many as six or seven shades in a single treatment.   Dr. LeSueur and Dr. Dodaro offer BioLase Laser Bleaching for in-office

While we all wish to have bright, white teeth, many factors can cause discoloration or staining. Many of these factors can be eliminated or prevented, and most can be treated with tooth whitening procedures.   The most common, and most treatable, causes of stained tooth enamel are dietary. Various foods and beverages can stain the

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