Your teeth are only as strong as they can be. It takes care and checkups to ensure they can withstand life and everything in between. Sometimes decay or even trauma can occur, which puts a tooth in danger of itself and damages neighboring teeth. One of the ways your Georgetown… Read More…
Has it been a while since you’ve seen a dentist in Georgetown, and now your dental crowns are breaking down? Are you seeing what you think might be signs that it’s time to call someone to get the restorative dentistry you know you need? Here are some of the biggest… Read More…
Let’s talk about same day dental crowns from our Georgetown dental office. But first, ask yourself these questions and see how you answer: Do you have a tooth that’s broken and you’re feeling like you need to do something about it instead of putting it off? Do you have a… Read More…
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to look your best, and if your smile is crooked, chipped, or discolored, you can’t show off that smile confidently. It’s March – so we’ve got St. Patrick’s Day parties, and then the beginning of Spring, and then Easter, and so many other celebrations where… Read More…
A lot of times, when someone is sitting in our dental chair and we discover that a dental crown is needed to repair a damaged tooth, it’s followed by the patient making a groaning sound and a sigh. “That means the goopy impression stuff, right? And I have to wait… Read More…
A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several different types of crowns available at Trade Winds Dental. They vary in their material, appearance, and functionality. A PFM,… Read More…
There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal function and shape. Silver (amalgam) and tooth-colored (composite) fillings last a long time, though they can develop decay when the… Read More…
Have you ever had that sinking feeling after biting into something soft and chewy and feeling something hard and crunchy instead? You’ve chipped or broken a tooth, but what should you do next? First try to assess the damage by determining whether it’s a chip or a whole tooth dental… Read More…
At Trade Winds Dental we know dental emergencies are never convenient or timely. If you are a patient of record, we are committed to your dental health and are more than willing to see you. We are here to help you, any time, any day, and when your dental health… Read More…