Mod Squad Dental Blog

Think about some of your most sociable friends and how much of a joy they are to be around. When people give off good vibes, it draws others like bees to flowers. A big part of being friendly is smiling.

There’s nothing worse than wanting to smile and be friendly, but then second-guessing yourself due to insecurities stemming from your smile. There are several types of tooth stains, and you shouldn’t let any of them stand in your way.

Below you will find more information on the different types of tooth stains and what your dentist can do to help brighten your smile!

Did you know that more than 30 million Americans have diabetes? Perhaps you or a loved one is part of this number. Unfortunately, this disease can impact every organ in the body, including your heart, eyes, nerves, kidneys, as well as your gums and teeth. But does having diabetes automatically exclude you from replacing your missing teeth with dental implants? Not necessarily! Are implants safe for diabetics? The answer to this question is complex, so keep reading to learn in what situations a diabetic person may still be able to benefit from this treatment.

Almost half of Americans over the age of 30 are affected by gum disease; if you fall into this group, then you’ll want to seek treatment as soon as you can before it has devastating effects on the rest of your body. You might have heard that tooth extraction is a possible form of treatment for gum disease in Scripps Ranch. Could giving up a few teeth really be the solution for restoring your oral health? Read on to learn more about why this procedure is performed to treat periodontal disease and whether it will truly solve your underlying problem.

What perfect timing to have a beautiful smile! Upper 8 porcelain restorations along with Zoom in-office whitening technique were used for this smile makeover.

Goal ~ Give patient a brighter, wider smile that complimented her facial features & improved smile aesthetics.

Appointments ~ 2 visits to complete smile makeover.

Cost ~ $1600-2500 per tooth; based on each particular case and details. Maintenance ~ Routine preventative appointments

Note ~ Should be completed by a board certified experienced cosmetic dentist; Individual results may vary.

Anesthetic ~ Local (Prep and seat visits); MOD Squad Dental offers complimentary sleep dentistry if desired.

Discomfort Level ~ Little to no pain, possible tenderness 12-24 hours after initial prep.

Life of Procedure ~ Could last a lifetime with proper care.

If you are interested in cosmetic or restorative dentistry, Dr. Friedman offers complimentary cosmetic consultations in addition to before and after smile simulation photos.

https://www.modsquaddental.com/cosmetic-dentistry.html

For over a year, the world has been trying to recover from the COVID pandemic. During this time, scientists and medical professionals have considered all the relevant information in an attempt to find viable solutions. As a result, they have discovered a connection between COVID (which affects the respiratory system) and gum health. Continue reading to learn how untreated gum disease in Scripps Ranch can leave you more susceptible to serious health problems.