Archive for February, 2010

Dental veneers are a good option for patients who want to fix their teeth from issues with discoloration, gaps, overlapping, and more.

Some of the advantages of veneers are that they give a natural tooth appearance, stain resistant, and well tolerated by the gum tissue. Veneers allow patients to change the color and shape of their teeth while providing a strong and aesthetic alternative to crowns.

While a lot of patients could benefit from veneers there are some people that would not.

Patients who grind or clench their teeth are not good candidates for veneers since veneers are not easily repaired if they get chipped. They are not reversible so anyone considering veneers should be sure of their options. Contact Dr. Tim Clavin’s Minneapolis Cosmetic Dentist Office today to find out more.

Source: http://www.webmd.com

Tooth loss is an ailment that affects over 60% of adults in their mid-thirties to mid-forties. Only twenty years ago people that suffered from adult tooth loss had very few options. Dentures and Bridges have been used in the past as a replacement for missing teeth but they are much less effective than Dental Implants.

Dental implants are attached to the jawbone. Unlike dentures that could slip out of place dental implants are stable and eventually fuse to your jaw. Dental implants are the most advanced and effective option for patients that have lost their adult teeth.

If you are interested in finding out more about dental implants contact our experienced Minneapolis Cosmetic Dentist Team at Dr. Tim Clavin, DDS.

Source: http://www.aaoms.org

Smile to Stay Healthy: 5 Reasons to Say Cheese

1.    You appear younger when you smile. Smiling can take years off of your appearance.

2.    Smiling gives off an aura of success.  People who smile get different reactions from those around them.

3.    If you are in a bad mood smiles can help you see the glass half full.

4.    A smile can help lower your blood pressure and boost your immune system. This can help improve your overall health.

5.    Smiling reduces stress and helps us to calm down. Too much stress can really hurt your body. Smile and help reduce your stress.

Would you like to improve your smile? Contact my Minneapolis Cosemetic Dentist office today. We can help you get the smile that you deserve.