The Cosmetic Benefits of Porcelain Crowns

August 16, 2011

Back in May, we published a post on single visit crowns. In it, we talked about how porcelain crowns can restore structure, strength, and function to a decayed or damaged tooth.

But porcelain crowns don’t just have a practical benefit—they have a cosmetic benefit as well. Because porcelain mimics the look and feel of a natural tooth better than almost any alternative, patients with porcelain crowns can look forward to enjoying a restoration that blends in seamlessly with the rest of their smile.

This is due partly to their design. The crown produced by Dr. Carmen’s CEREC machine uses a 3D image of your tooth as a guide. Moreover, your crown will be shaded to exactly match the color of your surrounding teeth, ensuring, in the process, that your restoration looks at natural as possible.

A Natural-Looking Restoration in One Visit

If you’d like to know more about the cosmetic benefits of porcelain crowns and how they can help you strengthen a weakened tooth, give us a call today to schedule a consultation visit with Dr. Carmen. We can help you understand all your options and make a decision that will help your smile stay strong and confident.

Dr. Carmen’s Norman office serves patients from The University of Oklahoma, Moore, Central Oklahoma, and surrounding areas.

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A Back-To-School Appointment with Dr. Carmen

August 4, 2011

Now that August is here, the first day of school isn’t far behind. So, with that in mind, why not call our Norman office and schedule an appointment for your son or daughter with Dr. Carmen.

With a thorough oral exam and cleaning from our office, Dr. Carmen can help protect young smiles from plaque and bacteria, the primary ingredients of tooth decay and gum disease.

Why Are Regular Visits So Important?

Regular visits, which include back-to-school visits, are important for more than just protecting a smile from cavities.

What a lot of patients don’t know is that their oral health can actually impact their overall health. The impact may not be immediate, but over time, the same bacteria and plaque responsible for gum disease and tooth decay can increase a patient’s risk of developing a wide range of health problems, including heart disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, stroke, and even pre-term birth.

That’s why another term for general dentistry is preventive dentistry. Regular cleanings plus daily brushing and flossing helps your entire body stay strong, in addition to protecting your smile from gum disease and tooth decay.

To schedule an appointment for yourself or your child, give us a call today. Our Norman office serves patients from The University of Oklahoma, Moore, Central Oklahoma, and surrounding areas.

A Long-Lasting Cosmetic Alternative with Porcelain Veneers

July 20, 2011

If your teeth are slightly misaligned or stained, you have options for fixing them. In just a couple of years, braces can correct a misaligned smile, while professional whitening can leave teeth as much as eight shades brighter.

But, depending on your case, neither of these may be right for you. Maybe your teeth aren’t misaligned enough to make braces practical, or perhaps professional whitening hasn’t done anything about your stains.

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Boost Your Confidence with a Smile Makeover

July 8, 2011

Maybe you have a big event coming up soon—a wedding, a family reunion, or you’re gearing up for a job search—and you want to make a great impression. One way to do this is with a dazzling smile. That’s why Dr. Carmen’s Norman office features a variety of services for patients in search of a smile makeover.

With a smile makeover, we can boost your confidence and improve your overall health. And all it takes to get started is a simple consultation visit.

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Teeth Whitening from Dr. Carmen and KOR™ Whitening

June 22, 2011

It’s natural for teeth to become stained, whether because of certain foods or beverage, habits like smoking, or even some medications. But you don’t have to live with a stained smile. With KOR Whitening, patients can have the dazzling smiles they deserve.

And to make the whole process easier and more convenient for our patients, you can use KOR in our office or in the comfort of your own home—whichever is a better fit for your schedule.

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Make Your Next Visit to Dr. Carmen More Relaxing with Sedation Dentistry

June 7, 2011

 

Millions of Americans avoid going to the dentist every year because of anxiety. Others put off important visits because local anesthetics don’t have an effect on them, or because neck or back pain makes sitting for long procedures uncomfortable.

Regardless of your reason, Dr. Carmen can help. With sedation dentistry, you can look forward to a relaxing visit that lets us help your smile. And because your appointment will seem to last for only a moment, we can complete more work in a single visit than would normally be possible.

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Dr. Carmen Places Crowns in One Visit with CEREC

May 25, 2011

Crowns protect vulnerable teeth from further damage. That means the sooner you can have a one placed, the better. But traditionally, crown placement has taken at least two visits, sometimes more if your temporary crown becomes cracked or broken.

That’s why our Norman office is proud to offer CEREC all-porcelain crowns. Made from durable materials, CEREC crowns can be milled in about an hour and placed in the same visit, meaning you don’t have to worry about a temporary crown—you can leave our office with your new smile that same day.

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Dental Implants from Start to Finish with Dr. Carmen

May 12, 2011

Throughout his career, one of Dr. Carmen’s highest priorities has been to continually expand on his knowledge and experience. One way he’s done this is through comprehensive continuing education courses in implant dentistry. That means if you need dental implants, your entire procedure—from the initial implant placement to the placement of your new crown, bridge, or denture—can be completed in the comfort of our Norman office.

How Dental Implants Work

Implants have been restoring smiles for more than 30 years. Whether you’re missing one tooth or several, implants can help. That’s because, unlike crowns, bridges, or dentures, dental implants restore the support your smile’s been missing. They do this by replacing your root, not just your missing tooth.

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Beat Bruxism and the Daily Grind with a Nightguard from Dr. Carmen

May 2, 2011

We know how stressful life can be. With rush-hour traffic, deadlines at work, bills to pay—it’s enough to leave you grinding your teeth.

But all the pressure and motion can wreak havoc on your smile, damaging your teeth and leaving you with a sore jaw, headaches, or earaches. What’s worse, many who respond to stress by grinding their teeth do it while they’re asleep, leaving them unable to consciously stop.

This painful condition, known as bruxism, can only get worse is left untreated. Worn out jaw muscles and a bite left changed by worn down teeth can contributes to symptoms of TMJ dysfunction. Insomnia, depression, and eating disorders can even become a problem. All of which means, if you think the daily grind is getting to you, it’s time to see Dr. Carmen. With a nightguard from our Norman office you can finally rest easy!

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