If you have a severe tooth infection or a severely damaged tooth, your dentist may recommend root canal treatment. A root canal is a procedure to remove infected dental pulp, which is the soft tissue containing nerves, blood vessels, and…
Are you feeling a bit of pain when you chew because your jaw is growing too tight? If so, it might be time to consider wisdom teeth removal. And no, don't worry—it's not as daunting as it sounds! Although this…
May is National Dental Care Awareness Month. This is the time of year to pay attention to your dental health if you haven’t been doing so. This is especially true for people who have just undergone a recent surgical procedure,…
Restorative dentistry is a major branch of dentistry that focuses on repairing broken or damaged teeth or replacing missing teeth. The primary goal of restorative dentistry is to restore both the function and appearance of the teeth. Restorative dental treatment…
Restorative dentistry restores the tooth, or teeth, to their normal function, whereas cosmetic dentistry enhances the visual appearance of your teeth. At times, both will overlap each other due to the utilization of crowns and implants for teeth restoration. Dental…
Restorative dentistry involves dental procedures that restore natural functionality and appearance of teeth. Even severely damaged teeth can be restored to their natural appearance and use. Working with a specialized dentist, you can have a beautiful smile and improve oral…
Braces are a form of restorative dentistry that can give you extra confidence in your smile, correct bite problems, and address jaw and alignment issues that avoid developing painful issues down the road. With an orthodontist's help at Maestri Dental in Lafayette,…
In this extended season of COVID-19, it is more important than ever to focus on our own health and well-being. Grouped into that focus should be an emphasis on your oral health. According to HealthyPeople.gov, oral health is one of…
Restorative dentistry includes the procedures that dentists perform on patients to keep their mouth healthy. This, of course, includes procedures such as fillings, root canals, and even implants. This specialty focuses on the health of the patient and preventing tooth…
The dental world is full of terms and dental lingo that is very unfamiliar to most of the general public. You will hear dentists talk about preventative dentistry, restorative dentistry, cosmetics, and more but not always receive a breakdown on…
