Tooth enamel is harder than bone. It works to protect the nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue that comprise the pulp in each tooth’s center. Below the enamel of each tooth are the dentin and cementum layers. Like enamel, these layers are hard and work to protect the soft, non-calcified tissue in the pulp chamber. …
A facelift is a surgical procedure during which incisions are made next to or behind the ears, allowing underlying tissue and muscle to be manipulated and lifted into a firmer and more youthful position. The typical facelift costs around $7,500 and can produce a tighter and more lifted look, but it cannot add volume to areas of …
A facelift is a surgical procedure during which incisions are made next to or behind the ears, allowing underlying tissue and muscle to be manipulated and lifted into a firmer and more youthful position. The typical facelift costs around $7,500 and can produce a tighter and more lifted look, but it cannot add volume to areas of …
Dental implants offer the strongest, most reliable, and longest-lasting solution for the replacement of missing teeth. Traditional dental implants are inserted directly into the jaw where they undergo a process called osseointegration, during which osteoblasts and connective tissue adhere to tiny holes on the implant’s surface and securing it into bone. This process serves two important …
One of the many ways that drug and alcohol addiction can take a toll on someone’s overall health and well-being is through the deterioration of that person’s smile and dental health. Sadly, dental health is commonly overlooked in substance abuse programs. Substance abuse programs typically focus on intervention and, while they may provide support programs …
Restorative dentistry is focused on treatments for oral health issues such as tooth decay, gum disease, and root canal infection. Unlike preventative dentistry, which is designed to help patients avoid oral health problems, restorative services become necessary when such problems have not been prevented. These services are often essential in order to avoid further damage. …
Restorative dentistry is focused on treatments for oral health issues such as tooth decay, gum disease, and root canal infection. Unlike preventative dentistry, which is designed to help patients avoid oral health problems, restorative services become necessary when such problems have not been prevented. These services are often essential in order to avoid further damage. …
For millions of Americans going to the dentist can be a source of anxiety and unease. Unfortunately, some folks have had traumatic experiences in the past that inhibits them from seeking the dental help they may need. For others, the thought of any pain from dental work fills them with trepidation, causing them to avoid …
For millions of Americans going to the dentist can be a source of anxiety and unease. Unfortunately, some folks have had traumatic experiences in the past that inhibits them from seeking the dental help they may need. For others, the thought of any pain from dental work fills them with trepidation, causing them to avoid …
Desert Smiles Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry’s own Dr. Donald Wilcox has recently been recognized as an Elite Dentist for 2016 from MicroDental Laboratories. The award is given to those in the cosmetic and restorative dental fields who exceed standard expectations and provide consistent quality care to their patients. “We are excited to recognize Dr. Wilcox …
