Posted on May 9, 2019 in Dental Implants, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
The tooth replacement options available from our dentist in La Mesa offer many individuals a way to effectively restore both the appearance of their smile and the function of their teeth. Advances in the field of restorative and reconstructive dentistry have made it possible for patients with missing teeth to resolve their concerns without the need for traditional dentures and the drawbacks that can sometimes come with them. Good replacement ... Continue Reading
Posted on March 14, 2019 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
Have you ever chipped a tooth? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, chips and breaks among the teeth are some of the most common dental conditions we see here at our practice. Chips can often result from an injury, a fall, or trying to pry open a package or a bottle with the teeth, and even the smallest chip can noticeably affect smile aesthetics. Fortunately, there are effective and ... Continue Reading
Posted on March 1, 2017 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
The benefits of sedation dentistry are clear to most patients: significantly reduced anxiety, the ability to sit longer and more comfortably in the dentist’s chair, allowing the dentist more time to complete necessary dental work, and sometimes reducing the total number of required visits to the dentist’s office. With that in mind, patients who are considering the use of sedation dentistry often wonder what they should expect in terms of ... Continue Reading
Posted on February 22, 2017 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
Fear of the dentist is common among men and women of all ages. In some cases, patients actively put off or avoid necessary dental work due to worry or anxiety. Without prompt treatment, a minor dental issue could easily develop into a more complicated and costly problem. To help our patients at Sutra Dental Spa feel at ease while getting the care they need, we offer a popular sedation dentistry ... Continue Reading
Posted on October 13, 2016 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Technology, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
The creation and placement of a custom-designed dental crown is one of the most commonly performed treatments in dentistry. Dental crowns fit over the entire tooth and are typically used to reinforce a tooth that is heavily damaged or decayed. They are also routine finishing touches for root canal procedures and dental implants. In the past, crowns and other types of dental restorations traditionally required a time-consuming process that could ... Continue Reading
Posted on February 4, 2016 in Dental Implants, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
The field of restorative dentistry has advanced so much in the last several years that individuals who want to replace missing teeth now have more options than ever before. While dentures or bridges were some of the most popular treatments in the past, dental implants and implant-supported dentures have made it possible to provide patients with results that look, feel, and function much more like natural teeth when compared with ... Continue Reading
Posted on January 19, 2016 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
While the recovery process from dental implant procedures varies from patient to patient, there are a few general aspects that are experienced by most individuals. Typically, you can expect some degree of temporary swelling and minor bleeding in the gums after the implants have been placed; however, discomfort is usually minimal and can be alleviated with medication. The implants will need several months of osseointegration (fusion with the jawbone) before ... Continue Reading
Posted on January 12, 2016 in Dental Implants, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
Since the dental implant procedure involves minor surgery, many individuals are concerned about the level of pain they can expect both during and after treatment. The good news is, the entire dental implant process typically involves very little discomfort for most patients here at Sutra Dental Spa. Once Dr. Jimmy Wu is ready to place the dental implant, a local anesthetic applied to the area of the missing tooth is ... Continue Reading
Posted on January 5, 2016 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
Dental implants have revolutionized the field of restorative dentistry with their ability to replace missing teeth with results that look, function, and feel natural. Gone are the days when the only good option for teeth replacement was traditional dentures, which were often ill-fitting and required messy adhesives and lots of additional maintenance. The best way for you to determine if you are a candidate for dental implants is to schedule ... Continue Reading
Posted on July 9, 2015 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Technology, Reconstructive Dentistry
In today’s blog, Dr. Wu talks about the revolutionary CEREC® milling system, a technology that can make treatment results more precise and your experience with us more convenient. CEREC® allows us to restore teeth with dental crowns, bridges, veneers, and implants in a single visit with precision and accuracy that is second-to-none. This technology has taken out all of the guesswork and the errors associated with a dental laboratory and ... Continue Reading
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