LJ Adam, DMD Blog
4 Things to Ask a Dentist If You Need a Crown via CEREC in Worthington
September 4, 2018
Dental crowns are one of the most common dental restorations provided by dentists because of how useful they can be for improving your smile’s appearance, saving teeth and protecting your overall oral health. However, many people aren’t sure if their teeth need crowns themselves, especially if there’s no pain present. They aren’t sure what CEREC in Worthington is or how it can improve their dental visits.
To keep you more informed, here are four questions worth asking the next time you visit the dentist.
Top 3 Differences Between Traditional Crowns and CEREC in Worthington
August 9, 2018
If you have a tooth that’s been badly damaged by a cavity or large fracture, chances are that you need a dental crown to restore it’s strength, function and appearance. Traditionally, that meant you had to schedule two appointments, have uncomfortable impressions made, and wear a temporary crown for a week or two. Fortunately, that’s no longer the case with CEREC in Worthington. Also called same day crowns, they offer you a strong, durable result that looks great – without the hassle or inconvenience. Learn about 3 of the key differences between CEREC and traditional crowns below!
Need Dental Implants? What You Should Know about Dental Tourism
July 22, 2018
“Dental tourism” has grown in popularity over the past decade or two as it’s simultaneously gotten easier to travel and the cost of medical and dental care has risen. If you need a treatment like dental implants in Worthington, you may be tempted to flee the country in order to have it performed at a cheaper price and (seemingly) the same quality. This can be true in some cases, but it takes really doing your research to keep you and your smile safe. Keep reading to learn all the things you should consider when you are thinking about dental tourism.
Stay Cavity-Free with Dental Implant Tooth Replacement
June 5, 2018
When it comes to keeping your smile healthy after dental implant supported tooth replacement, the good news is that your replacement teeth won’t be susceptible to cavities. The bad news is you may still experience other oral health concerns. Many patients think they don’t need to bother cleaning their prosthetic teeth, but actually, oral health and hygiene are even more important for patients with one or more replacement teeth. In this post, we’ll review some of the reasons oral health and hygiene are so important following dental implant restoration.
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Why are X-rays Important? Your Dentist in Worthington Weighs in
May 23, 2018
Have your ever wondered why so many X-ray photos are taken when you go in for a visit? Are they really necessary? You may wonder. Your dentist in Worthington is weighing in to explain why these photos are vital to your oral health and how they can aid in preventing serious problems down the road.
The Four Biggest Cost Factors for Dental Implants in Worthington
April 16, 2018
After a bit of research online and talking to friends, you’re convinced that dental implants are the absolute best way to replace your missing teeth. Of course, one of your first questions is, “What do dental implants in Worthington actually cost?” Your friends made them sound quite pricey … are they worth it? What would make them more or less expensive? In today’s blog, we’re going to cover four of the most important things that can influence the overall cost of dental implants in Worthington. (more…)
4 Things You Need to Know About the Cost of CEREC Restorations
March 19, 2018
Have you ever even heard about CEREC from your dentist. This acronym literally stands for chairside economical restoration of esthetic ceramics. That’s a mouthful, but to put it simply, this is an all digital dental repair system that allows us to make custom, quality ceramic dental crowns and other restorations right in our office. That means you get precision crafted, natural looking restorations without the hassle of making multiple trips to the dentist’s office. Many patients find themselves concerned that the cost will be higher, but actually, most patients see only a minimal difference in the cost of their CEREC restoration.
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Your Dentist Discusses the Pros and Cons of CEREC in Worthington
February 13, 2018
As sure as the sun rises in the morning, you can bet on the fact that there will be a new innovation in the world of dentistry. Thus, there should be no surprise when a process appears on the scene that revolutionizes the way service is delivered to patients. Such is the case with the amazing new procedure called CEREC (chairside economical restoration of esthetic ceramics), which offers a way of performing what used to be a two-visit process of receiving restorative care – in one visit. However, your dentist wants you to be aware of both the pros and cons of the process so that you can make an educated choice about your care. Continue reading to learn more.
How to Care for Your CEREC Same-Day Crown in Worthington
January 12, 2018
Time is precious to you, yet there seems to be more and more demands placed on it. You know that complaining about it is pointless, so you seek ways to adapt. Furthermore, you always keep your eyes and ears open for ways that you can accomplish multiple things at once, to maximize every moment of your life. But when it comes to your oral health, you’ve slacked at times. You’ve been needing to have a root canal done and haven’t because you can’t figure out a way to fit two appointments into your hectic schedule. But your dentist is excited to inform you about the time-saving benefit of the CEREC same-day crown in Worthington. Learn more about this procedure, and how it can save you time and protect you from dental woes.
This Dentist Explains the History of Sleep Apnea in Worthington
December 27, 2017
This may be a surprising post for some of our readers, but the history of sleep apnea is actually much more interesting than you think. In fact, we’re about to dive into the past of sleep apnea and how we’ve come to our effective treatment for sleep apnea in Worthington today.