by Gary Horblitt | Mar 10, 2023 | Patient Education
Typically, cosmetic dentistry refers to dental treatments that aim to improve the appearance of a person’s teeth, bite pattern, or gums. But, cosmetic treatments aren’t purely for enhancing your appearance. In fact, these treatments can provide numerous health...
by Gary Horblitt | Mar 3, 2023 | Patient Education
Maxillofacial surgery (also known as oral surgery) is a specialized field of dentistry that focuses on treating a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects. Typically, these issues occur in the neck, head, face, jaw, and mouth. If you’ve never heard of oral and...
by Gary Horblitt | Feb 24, 2023 | Patient Education
If you have several issues with your teeth and gums, then you may need a variety of treatments to restore your oral health. Full mouth reconstruction is an attempt to combine these dental procedures for optimal oral health and function. Understanding the pros and cons...
by Gary Horblitt | Feb 17, 2023 | Patient Education
Oh, the dreaded cavity. These little areas of decay can start out as a minor issue. But, if they go untreated for too long, then cavities can become a big problem. Indeed, they can make life miserable for patients. Luckily, there are plenty of things our Fairfield...
by Gary Horblitt | Feb 10, 2023 | Patient Education
When it comes to replacing missing teeth, we’ve all heard of traditional dentures. But, have you heard of dental implants? These tiny, metal rods act like replacement tooth roots. As such, dental implants are a very strong and stable base to secure a dental...
by Gary Horblitt | Feb 3, 2023 | Patient Education
The medical field is full of general practitioners and specialists. For example, a family doctor provides general services, while a dermatologist provides specialized services. The dental field is no different. That’s why our maxillofacial prosthodontist is here to...