If you’re like most people in Fishers, you enjoy convenience in every aspect of life. In other words, straightforward processes with minimal disruption to your schedule. Multiple Appointments Can Be a Hassle When it comes to medical or dental treatments, convenience means the fewest visits possible. Hopefully, only one visit. Let’s discuss dental crowns, for …
Tooth cavities are a prevalent oral health issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds in Fishers Indiana. While cavities may seem like a common occurrence, they are not to be taken lightly. Ignoring or delaying treatment for tooth cavities can have serious consequences for your oral health, overall well-being, and quality of life. …
Unfortunately, gingivitis (gum disease) is very common. But completely preventable. Here’s some simple ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy: If you keep your teeth and gums healthy, you will only need to visit the dentist for cleanings and checkups. Not major treatment. 1. Brush properly Brush for two to three minutes, at least …
At Pence Family Dentistry, we restore smiles for patients with severe tooth loss. What is total mouth reconstruction? Modern restorative dentistry makes total mouth reconstruction a reality! Total mouth reconstruction restores all the teeth with dental implants and/or implant-anchored dentures. What are dental implants? Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations Dental implants replace the tooth …
How does your dentist help you stay healthy? Most people know that they can go to their dentist if they chip a tooth or have a toothache. Because of this, they may not realize how many other health problems your dentist can help you with. A full-service dental practice provides comprehensive oral health care. Bad …
With all the talk in Indianapolis of multi-procedure smile makeovers involving veneers, porcelain crowns, bridges, teeth whitening, dental implants, and invisible braces, sometimes the traditional dental filling is overlooked. If a cavity progresses no further than a filling, Indiana cosmetic dental patients can avoid more extensive and invasive treatments. Today, let’s talk about dental fillings. …
At Pence Family Dentistry, we provide innovative cosmetic dentistry. That means we repair all types of smile shortcomings. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many people don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it corrected. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can lead to overlapping …
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestor’s thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us generate the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral …
One of the easiest ways to upgrade your smile cosmetically is through teeth whitening. Whitening teeth is a fairly simple, non-invasive method to improve your overall appearance and bring confidence to your daily interactions with people. Before beginning the procedure of teeth whitening, Pence Family Dentistry recommends each patient meet with their dentist for a …
The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a heavy-duty foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to consistently produce new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When a …
