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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...

6 Major Benefits of Dental Implants

6 Major Benefits of Dental Implants

The global cosmetic dentistry market could grow by a CAGR of 13% to reach $89 billion by 2030 as more patients strive to improve their smiles. If you're missing a tooth, you might start feeling self-conscious. Before oral health complications develop, consider...

What Is Restorative Dentistry?

What Is Restorative Dentistry?

In 2022, there were almost 3.5 billion people in the world affected by oral disease.  Whether you have dental health issues or not, it's important that you know what restorative dentistry is. Having as much information as possible will help you identify issues in the...