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WHAT IS A PERIODONTIST? Unlike your regular dentist, a periodontist is a medical doctor trained in advanced cases, such as reconstructive dental work, dental implants, full mouth treatment and more. Just like an iceberg, dentists typically treat surface-level issues, also known as the 10% that you don’t see. Periodontists typically treat 100% of the patients’

If you’re considering getting veneers, you might have encountered a lot of conflicting information. After hours of research, you may have even more questions than answers. For example, ‘does getting veneers ruin your teeth?’ You may also be curious about the benefits and drawbacks they might offer.  To help you make an informed decision, let’s

We’re all familiar with the unmistakable sound of a high-pitched whirring dental drill. Many of us tense up the moment that sound reaches our ears, associating it with discomfort and anxiety.  About 36% of people in the United States experience dental fear or fear of going to the dentist — and it’s not only because of the

Long-lasting and non-invasive, veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures. Whether you want to upgrade your smile or restore it to its youthful charm, MR Dental Aesthetics offers high-quality veneers to create the grin you’ve always wanted. Below, we’ll answer the most common questions about this service, from “How long do veneers

You probably don’t give much thought to the bone structure of your skull or jaw. But, when there’s an issue with the joint that connects the two — known as the temporomandibular joint — you can experience several symptoms and dysfunctions that characterize TMJ. What is TMJ in Dentistry? Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) describes any

Everyone deserves a radiant smile. It’s the first thing people notice about you. But, for some patients, having excess gum tissue can make them self-conscious about sharing their smile with the world. Luckily, a gummy smile is treatable. At MR Dental Aesthetics, we have helped countless patients who weren’t sure how to get rid of

Tooth pain is a common complaint coming from prospective patients of ours—it’s not only a pesky pain to have, but it can lead to significant damage if not treated within a reasonable amount of time. Plus, tooth pain can originate in a phantom way, meaning most tooth pain isn’t present before things really hurt. Unfortunately, that’s the beauty of oral health. We’ve comprised ways to tell if your tooth pain is of serious concern below…

As I discussed on my YouTube channel this month, we’ve been getting inquiries left and right by patients requesting “all on four” dental implants. While we all wish that a patient’s dental experience was a one-answer procedure, unfortunately the world of dentistry isn’t that simple.

More often than not, we get patients in who have been enduring such a rough schedule, that they find themselves admitting they neglect their dental health on a daily basis. First off, it’s normal for this to occur, especially in patients with hectic lives, jobs, kids and responsibilities that take away from self care.

Your temporomandibular joint is known as a massive joint that connects your head to your lower jaw. Though flexible, it can “lock up”, causing sharp pain or excessive grinding that is utterly painful to the patient, and often able to stop someone in their tracks to solely focus on the lingering pain.