Countless men and women have replaced missing teeth with jaw-bone anchored tooth implants. Unlike a dental bridge, a tooth implant consists of a titanium post inserted into the jaw bone. The bone meshes with the post to create a strong base for the natural-looking prosthetic tooth and crown that attaches to the post. Dental implants […]
Restorative Dentistry
Town and Country Cosmetic Dentistry and Implant Centers Treats 3 Urgent Dental Issues
Our mouth and teeth work hard for us. Consider how much they endure day after day. It’s not surprising that occasionally problems occur. As an urgent care dental practice, we are uniquely qualified to treat a broad range of oral problems. Here are three of the most frequent: 1. Abscessed Tooth An abscess is a […]
What If My Dental Crown Cracks, Comes Loose, or Comes Off?
Quite often, people get stressed out if their dental crown moves or comes off completely. This is understandable. It may have shifted or come off while brushing, flossing, or even simply eating. If this has happened to you, don’t stress! Here is what to do if your crown comes off. There are three steps: 1. […]
What’s the Difference Between Silver Fillings and White Fillings?
In today’s post, we discuss fillings. What is a composite filling? Composite fillings are comprised of a mixture of glass or quartz and resin which results in a natural tooth-colored material. They are extremely durable when bonded to the tooth with adhesive. What is an amalgam filling? Amalgam fillings are also called “silver fillings” though […]
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an […]
Can a Toothache Kill You?
You should never dismiss a toothache. It is an urgent medical problem. Can a toothache kill you? The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Let’s explain. The cause of a toothache could bring about a dangerous chain of events that could eventually kill you. For centuries, dental factors were a leading cause of death. […]
Think Twice Before Using Mail-Order Aligners
We get it. It sounds simple. It sounds affordable. It sounds convenient. You order a kit online. It is delivered to your door. You take an impression of your teeth in the comfort of your home. Or you stop by the clinic and have the impression taken. The company sends you clear aligners to straighten […]
Inlays/Onlays: Less Invasive Than Complete Crowns
Restorative dentistry has advanced significantly over the years and there are now several effective ways to fix decayed teeth. In today’s post, we are going to focus on two similar types of restorations: dental inlays and onlays. Where possible, an inlay or an onlay can be a less-invasive alternative to a complete crown and either […]
Not Happy With Your Dentist?
Hello! Whether you stumbled upon this blog by mistake or clicked here on purpose, welcome! In the Koch Park Dental – Martin L. Buchheit, DDS dental blog, we post informative articles about dentistry. This includes general dentistry, cosmetic dental treatments, preventative dental care, and news about our dental practice. Many of my patients visit my blog […]
7 Ways Bite Abnormalities Hurt Your Child
Some growing mouths develop bite problems. 7 Ways Bite Abnormalities Can Harm Your Child Jaw alignment abnormalities can cause a range of issues for little ones. They can hurt! They can make it difficult to eat a nutritious diet because they inhibit proper chewing and swallowing They can delay or prevent normal speech development They increase […]
