There are three dental health issues that affect as many as a third of all Americans. At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle we want all of our patients to have healthy teeth and gums. If any of these common issues affect you, tell us. We can do something about it. The problems […]
We Love Our Orthodontic Assistants!
At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle each dental professional on our team helps us operate smoothly and provide a high level of care. This post focuses on the duties of a dental assistant. You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is working […]
What is Patient-Centered Dental Care?
A question from the team at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle: What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you characterize it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, chooses the course of treatment, and performs the procedure-while the patient is an inconsequential participant. It Starts With […]
Don’t Like CPAP? 4 Great Reasons to Consider Oral Appliance Therapy
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that affects millions of Americans. Safe and effective treatment is available at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle. With sleep apnea, the airway is blocked during sleep. The person stop and restarts breathing repeatedly. Since it cuts off oxygen supply to the brain, it can lead […]
Think You Know How To Brush? Think Again.
You’ve been doing it since you were five. You switch to autopilot morning and night and get it over with. But Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle has a question: are you doing it right? We ask this in all seriousness. There is always room for improvement, even in something as basic as […]
How Long Does It Take For Braces To Straighten Teeth?
Waiting is tough. When you are undergoing orthodontic treatment, you want your new smile today! At Advanced Cosmetic Implant and Laser Dentistry in Seattle, we understand. But it takes time to move misaligned teeth into their proper position. Most people wear braces from 18 to 36 months. It takes longer when you’re an adult, because your […]