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How Much Does Cosmetic Dentistry Cost on Average?

How Much Does Cosmetic Dentistry Cost on Average?

Teeth like pearls might cost you a pretty penny, but can you put a price on the confidence a radiant smile brings? The average cosmetic dentistry cost can range broadly from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on your chosen procedures. Whether it's...

The Best Tips on How to Clean Dental Implants

The Best Tips on How to Clean Dental Implants

After investing your money and months of time getting dental implants placed, you'll want to maintain them as part of your beautiful, restored smile. Prioritizing your dental hygiene is essential if you want to prolong the life of your dental implants. Otherwise, you...

What Is a Dental Inlay?

What Is a Dental Inlay?

The global market for dental inlays and onlays is worth $3 billion. Experts project this value will increase by 11% each year between now and 2030 due to a growing awareness of these oral appliances. At the same time, you are not alone if you're wondering, "What is a...

Dental Tooth Bridge vs. Implant: What Are the Differences?

Dental Tooth Bridge vs. Implant: What Are the Differences?

According to the National Library of Medicine, it's estimated that around 69% of Americans between 35 and 44 have lost at least one tooth. By age 74, 26% of the population loses all of their adult teeth. When you lose a single tooth, your oral health becomes...

A Patient’s Guide to Dental Inlays and Onlays

A Patient’s Guide to Dental Inlays and Onlays

One out of four adults currently has one or more cavities. If allowed to persist, cavities can develop into an infection.  The good news is you have treatment options. As long as the cavity isn't too deep, dental inlays and onlays can fill them.  Once finished, this...