Dentistry by Design Blog

Veneers are wonderful cosmetic dental appliances that can conceal a host of unsightly dental defects like chips, cracks, stains, gaps, and misshapenness, and they are the open secret behind many of the flawless smiles of media personalities and other celebrities. While these devices are remarkably natural feeling after the patient gets used to wearing them, they can cause mild dental sensitivity for a few days after they are placed. Here’s a quick look at how veneers work and how you can keep your smile comfortable after receiving them.

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If you’ve been dreaming of a brighter, more confident smile, cosmetic dentistry may be just what you need. But if the thought of sitting in a dental chair makes you nervous, you might be wondering whether improving your smile will hurt. The good news is that many cosmetic dental treatments involve little to no discomfort, thanks to modern dental technology, local anesthesia, and sedation options. Here’s what you can expect and how to stay comfortable throughout the process.

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Tooth loss is an unfortunately common problem that can make it difficult to chew thoroughly, speak clearly, and smile proudly. Thankfully, dental implants allow lost teeth to be replaced with gorgeous and functional restorations that look, feel, and work just like the real thing. Here’s a quick look at how dental implants work and a few factors that can determine most of the cost of placing them.

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Welcome to the official blog of Dentistry by Design and Dr. Bret Gilsdorf! We’re pleased to begin using this space to help educate, entertain, and inform our patients about all things oral health! Whether you’re new to our site or you’ve been visiting us for longer, we’re happy you’re here and can’t wait to get started sharing our knowledge with you!

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