At Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry, we know dental implants can feel like a big commitment. There are other options! Though they are not as well known as conventional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Seattle area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for […]
Dental Questions? We Have Answers.
Hello! My name is Dr. Dan McKay and my dental practice, Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry, has been serving the Seattle area since 1997. If you have questions about oral health, cosmetic dentistry, preventative dentistry, orthodontia, tooth implants, oral sedation, same-day teeth whitening, or invisible braces, come to Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry for answers. […]
Be Glad dentist McKay Has X-Ray Vision
It’s not extremely pleasant. You have to put on a heavy apron, hold a stiff piece of film in your mouth, and sit still while your dentist’s assistant takes X-rays. Is it really required? Absolutely! Advanced Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry knows there’s no question about it. Your dentist can’t see everything that is going on […]
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
At Advanced Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in Seattle, we know having healthy teeth means healthy enamel! 1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you Bone-in ribs and hard candy. 2. Chewing on hard things This includes fingernails, pencils, pen caps, and ice. 3. Grinding your teeth If you grind your teeth, discuss it with […]
No Dental Insurance? Prioritize Spending For Dental Care
Millions of Americans don’t have dental insurance, and many WA employer plans have limited benefits. Some people who fail to get adequate dental care say “It’s too expensive.” At Advanced Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in Seattle, we understand financial difficulties. If you have an average income, you can probably shift your priorities to find money […]
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? At Advanced Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in Seattle, we know that it could mean all those things and many more! For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood […]