by jrhea | Jul 26, 2018 | Periodontal Disease
Some people are more genetically prone to gum disease than others. Periodontal or gum disease is a progressive condition which usually begins with a bacterial infection causing the body to destroy both gum and bone tissue in an inflammatory response. If left...
by jrhea | Jun 18, 2018 | Root Canal
Interested in a root canal in Brentwood? Click here. So you have just been told that you have to undergo root canal treatment. You have read all the articles, knowing what will be done, and know that while you may have more pain from the treatment it will solve the...
by jrhea | May 10, 2018 | Dental Implants
For most people, their smile directly affects their self-esteem. Having that perfectly white, even smile makes you more approachable. However, most people have not been blessed with a naturally perfect smile. Gaps happen. Teeth fall out or break. Years ago, the only...
by jrhea | Apr 24, 2018 | Periodontal Surgery
Gum disease is anticipated to affect over 130 million Americans every single year, though it’s often not diagnosed. Gum disease can lead to severe issues with your oral health, and have long-lasting (or lifetime) connections to other areas of the body you may not be...
by jrhea | Mar 14, 2018 | Dental Crowns
Good dental care begins with proper hygiene techniques, regular dental examinations and professional cleanings. But what if you are in need of more extensive dental work to help keep your teeth strong and improve your smile? Dental crowns are a popular option for...
by jrhea | Feb 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
Porcelain veneers have been a viable option for cosmetic dentistry for years, but they provide far more than a glossy look to your teeth. The benefits of porcelain veneers, as explained by your Brentwood family dentist office, are as follows: Appeal: Cavities, tooth...
by jrhea | Jan 11, 2018 | Cosmetic Dentistry
If you are new to the Brentwood area, or if you are considering switching to a new practice, you may be looking into dentists in Brentwood who can provide excellent care for you and your family. But how do you choose the right family dentist for you? Here are some...
by jrhea | Dec 14, 2017 | Patient Services
When you think about your childhood or adolescence, you may have vivid memories of needing to get braces when you were in middle school or even high school. Because of this, you may think your elementary school-age child is not ready for orthodontic treatment....
by jrhea | Nov 21, 2017 | Periodontal Surgery
If you have recently been diagnosed with periodontal disease, otherwise known as gum disease, you may have some questions about your course of treatment. While some periodontal infections can be treated effectively with antibiotics and scaling of the gums, those that...
by jrhea | Oct 30, 2017 | Invisalign
Invisalign benefits are many. One of these benefits is improving teen confidence. The Invisalign system does this in the following ways. Remember your teen years? They were probably difficult, and having supportive parents and good friends, didn’t seem to help...
