Let’s get right to it; while tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are “so in” right now, here’s five reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places you wouldn’t think can get infected) Hypersensitivity to metal Nerve damage Drooling Lip and tongue piercings may make you…
Dental Implants
Crowning Achievements In Dentistry
Today’s article looks at one of the miracles of modern dentistry: the dental restoration. Let’s pretend you are a biomedical engineer working in the field of dentistry before the inception of dental restorations. The men and women of your generation who have missing or damaged teeth want to repair or replace them with a man-made…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative…
Cavity Fighting Chewing Gum?
I’m Kevin Bass and Lawrence Black DMD, DDS of Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Lansdale. My patients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a…
How Do Implant Dentures Work?
Many people know that a tooth implant is an ideal tooth restoration. Some don’t realize, however, that two or more can support a partial or full denture. This can be a more budget-friendly option than having multiple implants while still providing many advantages as compared to conventional dentures. Today’s post answers the most prevalent questions…
It Doesn’t Take A Lot Of Time To Beautify Your Smile, Lansdale
Are you a busy Lansdale resident who can’t find the time to improve your smile? Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry can help restore missing, cracked, or discolored teeth—sometimes in just one visit. Our Legacy of Excellence At Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry we have been treating the residents of Lansdale since…
What are Possible Dental Implant Complications?
If you’ve visited our blog before, you have read about the benefits of tooth implants. That’s because they are an amazing replacement for missing teeth and have been used successfully in the Lansdale area for over 30 years. At Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, close to 98% of our implant placements are successful.…
Implant Dentures: Fixed Or Removable?
Now denture wearers have a better option. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide numerous advantages over conventional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Offers up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate Comfortable Little or no gum irritation Doesn’t inhibit speaking ability Strong and durable Implants prevent bone…
Teeth Look Too Short? Lengthen Them!
Most Lansdale people who are considering cosmetic dentistry are aware of the cosmetic dental procedures that are frequently advertised in the Doylestown area. There are porcelain veneers: a custom-made wafer-thin covering permanently attached to the front of a tooth to make it stain-free and perfectly shaped. Veneers can repair small chips and crack in teeth…
The Future Of Tooth Decay In Lansdale
Dental patients in the Doylestown area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty. A common result of untreated cavities is abscesses. A tooth abscess is an infection near the root of the tooth or between the gum and the tooth. This collection…
