Periodontics
Common Questions About Snap On Smile Las Vegas
What Is A Snap On Smile? Snap on smile is a dental appliance that is removable which is designed to snap over the existing teeth to enhance your smile. The snap on smile removable appliance is made from an extremely strong dental resin. It can be used as a short term or a long term cosmetic dentistry option. …
Read MoreHow Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
Dental implants cost can vary greatly from patient to patient. Dental implants cost will be based on highly variable items. Dental implants are a highly customized procedure and based on factors that present from patient can add or deduct from dental implants cost. No two patients in dentistry will ever be the same in terms…
Read MoreDentistry And Blood Thinners = Dangerous Mix?
Blood thinners are prescription medications taken by many dental patients. Blood thinners are used in medicine to prevent potentially fatal blood clots. Blood clots can lead to stroke, heart attack, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), or pulmonary embolism (PE). These blood thinners prevent clotting they cause a possible danger to dental procedures that may cause bleeding. The…
Read MoreDental Urgent Care Las Vegas
Dental urgent care is not exactly like it is in medicine. There are not stand alone businesses just to handle a dental emergency. There are however, dental offices in Las Vegas and across America ready and able to handle your dental emergency. What types of issues are considered a dental emergency that you would need…
Read MoreDo Antibiotics Cure Dental Infections? What Every Patient Should Know
A severe toothache can appear without warning, making it difficult to eat, sleep, or concentrate. Many people assume that antibiotics are the solution, but that’s often a misunderstanding. While antibiotics can play an important role in treating certain dental infections, they are not a cure for most tooth infections. At Marielaina Perrone, DDS, in Henderson,…
Read MoreCan Receding Gums Regrow Back?
Receding gum tissue can be an issue especially as we get older. Normal healthy gum tissue will follow snugly against the conforms of our teeth. Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue recedes or pulls away from teeth exposing the root below. This creates an esthetic issue as well as a functional one. The roots…
Read MoreAre Teeth Whitening Strips Safe?
Our smile is an important part of who we are. It is the first thing people notice when we meet. Therefore more people want a white, bright smile to feel good about themselves. Teeth whitening products have become very popular including teeth whitening strips. But are they safe to use? New studies reveal they may…
Read MoreDangers Of Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease is common and unpleasant ranging from its earliest form of ginigivitis all the way to advanced periodontitis. According to ever mounting evidence, it could also play a role in a whole host of seemingly unrelated health problems. Periodontal Disease is a slow, progressive disease that has the capability to destroy our oral and…
Read MoreWhat Are Bridges In Dentistry?
Dental Bridges are fabricated out of 2 or more dental crowns covering teeth on either side of the missing tooth (there will be a gap present). Dental bridges literally just bridge the gap created my at least one missing tooth but can be multiple missing teeth the dental bridge is replacing. Bridges are made up…
Read MoreGeneral Health Linked To Dental Health?
Most people do not realize that our dental health and our general health are inherently linked. Below is a discussion of the various links to be aware of to maintain your health. Oral Health = Overall Health? Just like most areas of the body, your mouth is full of various bacteria — most are just…
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