Dental Blogs

Most Invisalign patients or people who are interested in the treatment have plenty more than five questions about how the orthodontic alternative works. Here, we are covering five of the most frequently asked Invisalign questions so you can feel informed and knowledgeable going into your consultation with your dentist.

No matter how common a dental emergency is, when it’s happening to you it feels unique, probably painful, and absolutely terrifying. The most important thing you can do for yourself is contact your Hampton emergency dentist right away to get help. In between, it can help calm you down to know how dental emergencies typically proceed and what to expect for what you’re experiencing.

If you are a fan of the movie The Hangover, then you recall the character Stu, the uptight dentist who pulled out his own tooth. As it turns out, the actor Ed Helms really did have his tooth removed for the movie – or, rather, his dental implant of 20 years. His adult tooth never erupted and when he was a teenager the permanent implant was put in place. Recommended? Hardly. Missing teeth are no joking matter, but they can make for some great comedy – if you’re getting top billing.

It often takes time to get to the place where you definitively say, “Yes, I want porcelain veneers.” But after all that waiting, indecision, and budgeting, most patients are eager to get things started – and finished. So how long does it take to get porcelain veneers? That depends.

Adults are funny – they’ve finally grown up, have access to millions of things, but when it comes to perfecting their smile, they drag their feet or think they’re not qualified for an upgrade. Invisalign is particularly confusing for many people who still believe braces are only for teenagers. Here’s the reality: Invisalign is for adults, and it can work with your busy life.