Hello! I’m Kevin Bass and Lawrence Black, DMD, DDS, of Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Lansdale. I have been practicing quality general and cosmetic dentistry since 1989. Today’s post focuses on malocclusion, or bad bite. Malocclusion is the dental term for a problem in the way your top and bottom teeth come…
General Dentistry
Trouble Getting Numb For Dental Treatment?

Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to know that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At…
Tooth Whitening For A Whiter Smile

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry in Lansdale, tooth whitening is one of the easiest and most rewarding procedures. There are a lot of tooth whitening options for those of us in the Doylestown area. How do you find a good tooth whitening procedure in Lansdale? Visiting your local Lansdale dentist is a good start!…
Not Happy With Your Dentist?

Hello! Whether you stumbled upon this blog by mistake or clicked here on purpose, welcome! In the Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry dental blog, we post informative articles about dentistry. This includes general dentistry, cosmetic dental treatments, preventative dental care, and news about our dental practice. Many of my patients visit my blog regularly…
Seeking A Relationship In Lansdale?

Are you one of the many Doylestown singles looking for a significant other? Perhaps you recently broke off a dysfunctional partnership and are determined to make a better choice this time around. I’m not talking about a relationship with a girlfriend, boyfriend, or spouse – I’m talking about something equally important – your relationship with…
What Does A Beautiful Smile Say About You?

It’s not just about looks. According to a recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile makes you appear more intelligent, successful, friendly and interesting. (See http://www.aacd.com for complete survey results.) Our smile makeover patients who have undergone restorative and cosmetic dentistry at Black & Bass Cosmetic and…
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup

Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do”. At Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty possessions on your to-do…
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts

Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you abstain from semiannual dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any tooth decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason…
What’s New In Dentistry?

The world of dentistry continues to advance at a rapid pace. If you have visited your Lansdale dentist lately, you have probably noticed some things that make your visit more comfortable, such as the ability to watch TV or listen to music while receiving treatment. Many Doylestown dentistry patients welcome oral conscious sedation to reduce…
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?

At Black & Bass Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, Dr. Kevin Bass and Lawrence Black is often asked how to pick the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as difficult as choosing a paint color, and there seem to be just as many choices. If you have visited the…