Do you have an extracted tooth? If the tooth had been aching, it may have been a relief. Unless, of course, it was in the front of your mouth and now the gaping hole shows every time you smile. Ignoring…
Do you have an extracted tooth? If the tooth had been aching, it may have been a relief. Unless, of course, it was in the front of your mouth and now the gaping hole shows every time you smile. Ignoring…
Most dental patients know that cosmetic, restorative, and orthodontic dentistry procedures improve your teeth. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, correct damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you realize how…
Every stage of life has its benefits and drawbacks. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time and grandchildren. However, most North Dallas retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility or dental dilemmas. Fortunately, your…
A toothache is probably the most common dental problem. However, they have multiple causes. A toothache can come on gradually–or attack with full force. 1. You sip a cold drink and–bam!–tooth pain. When a cavity has eroded enamel it eventually…
A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of the damaged tooth. Dentists use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. Crowns can remedy the following issues: A cracked tooth with decay A poorly-fitting…
Today’s Dr. Howard Kessner General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry post addresses one of the most feared dental procedures: the infamous root canal. If you are told that you need a root canal, don’t panic. Your dentist recommends this procedure when…
What are dentures secured by implants? Dentures secured by implants are anchored dentures held in place with permanent metal screws or posts. The metal posts are also called tooth implants or dental implants. Permanent dental implants can be used in…
When Doctor Howard Kessner crowns one of our patients, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The necessity of a dental crown is usually readily apparent. Based on how much tooth is available to hold in a filling,…
Though most Texas residents are fairly health-conscious, periodontal disease is more common than you might think. At Dr. Howard Kessner General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, we see patients with gum disease every day. Some patients aren’t even aware they have…
Most North Dallas people who are considering cosmetic dentistry are aware of the cosmetic dental procedures that are frequently advertised in the Dallas area. There are porcelain veneers: a custom made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a…
