Thank you for visiting the Pence Family Dentistry dental blog. Today, I’d like to consider an important but often-overlooked feature in our practice: the modern dental chair. Did you know that dental chairs don’t come from your local Fishers furniture store? An Overlooked but Critical Piece of Dental Equipment Dental chairs were designed especially for …
If you want to restore your smile due to extensive tooth loss, you have a critical decision. Will you choose traditional dentures? Will you choose tooth implants? There is really no contest when you consider the advantages of implants. Let’s compare conventional removable dentures and tooth implants. Feel Dentures sit right on the gums. An …
No. Tooth implants have been placed in millions of men and women. Some studies have revealed a success rate as high as 98%. Dental implants have been perfected and tested If you don’t follow the dental industry, you may not be aware that teeth implants have been used since the 1960’s. According to the American …
One of the easiest ways to upgrade your smile cosmetically is through teeth whitening. Whitening teeth is a fairly simple, non-invasive method to improve your overall appearance and bring confidence to your daily interactions with people. Before beginning the procedure of teeth whitening, Pence Family Dentistry recommends each patient meet with their dentist for a …
You rarely hear the word “toothpaste” without it being preceded by “fluoride.” “Fluoride toothpaste” is ubiquitous for good reason. Fluoride is an important mineral that helps your teeth stay strong. It is found in some foods and water and makes toothpastes more effective at fighting cavities. Fluoride helps teeth by making them stronger and more …
Many Fishers IN dental patients are turning to metal-free dentistry. Instead of amalgam fillings, they decide on composite and porcelain restorations. Non-metal fillings and crowns can be matched exactly to your natural tooth color. Some individuals are sensitive to the metals used in traditional fillings. Non-metal materials can prevent potential tooth sensitivity. Controversy Over Whether Dental Amalgam …
Don’t Settle for a Smile You Aren’t Happy With No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. Orey Pence DDS at Pence Family Dentistry in Fishers has the solutions for your smile problems. Fixing Small Chips and Cracks Can Work Wonders You don’t have to …
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various 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 This helps wearers taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are fixed …
Today’s message is for people in their golden years who want to improve their smile by straightening their teeth. There are many advantages to retirement. Waking up whenever you dang well please. Time to devote to your favorite hobbies or humanitarian causes. Traveling. Grandchildren. Braces Aren’t Just For Teens It’s not all a picnic, however. …
Have you ever been told that your smile is beyond repair? That may not be true. At Pence Family Dentistry we perform dental miracles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental Implant Solution: Bone Grafting As a replacement for a missing tooth, a dental …
