According to an American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry survey, over half of U.S. adults over the age of 50 agree that a smile is the main feature that remains the most attractive as people age. When someone has a poor smile or missing teeth, they can experience social anxiety or lowered self-esteem. Fortunately, today’s dentists have the ability to help …

According to an American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry survey, over half of U.S. adults over the age of 50 agree that a smile is the main feature that remains the most attractive as people age. When someone has a poor smile or missing teeth, they can experience social anxiety or lowered self-esteem. Fortunately, today’s dentists have the ability to help …

Cosmetic Dentistry refers to procedures that affect the appearance of teeth, such as teeth whitening and straightening, veneers, and crowns. Straightening and whitening teeth can give you increased confidence and self-esteem, and can also help reduce painful headaches from misaligned teeth. If you’ve been thinking of visiting a cosmetic dentist in Waterbury then Prospect Family Dental, LLC is the place …

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Dental implant surgery can give you back your smile and restore your ability to chew and speak normally. In general, it is a safe and highly successful procedure, so if you decide that it’s right for you, there’s a good chance that you’ll be happy with the results. However, it still takes a lot of trust on your part to …

All About Braces and Aligners Most people are aware that braces can fix uneven, crowded or crooked teeth. However, they can do more than that. Malocclusion, meaning bad bite, is the primary reasons for braces, and bad bites are not always due to crooked or crowded teeth. Misaligned jaws can be the reason for a bad bite even when teeth …

Advantages, Risks And Costs Of Dental Implants When your dentist tells you it’s time for a dental implant, you may have some concerns. Fortunately, dental implants are becoming more common procedures and can make a big, positive difference in your dental health. They can replace missing or damaged teeth and keep the integrity of your dental health.Though it can be …

Many people know the feeling – you look in the mirror and wonder how your smile could look better. Cosmetic dentistry can help, but it may be difficult to know which procedure is best for you. There’s a whole gamut of cosmetic dentistry, from whitening to veneers to braces and dental implants. When you are considering cosmetic dentistry, maybe even …

What happens when your child is scared of the dentist? For whatever reason, many children are, and it can make dentist appointments difficult. Helping your child through this fear is important because the dentist shouldn’t be a scary place. Also, establishing good dental hygiene from an early age is important to dental health. Read on for some expert tips for …