If you have lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants from Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle may be just what you’ve been hoping for. Why is that? Dental implants support replacement teeth that look and function like the real thing. Not only that, they help to preserve your jaw […]
Dry Mouth: Nothing to Spit At
Can you imagine a 2-liter bottle of your favorite soda? Now imagine that same bottle filled with spit. That’s approximately how much saliva the average adult produces in their mouth every day! It may be gross, but it’s definitely important. Saliva is a normal body fluid that’s crucial for oral health and overall wellness. If […]
The Advanced Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry Guide To Veneers
It’s easy to see why so many of our patients at Advanced Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry in Seattle love porcelain veneers. Veneers can be used to address many flaws, and deliver brilliant results. If you would like to improve your smile with porcelain veneers, you want a trusted dentist with extensive experience performing this treatment. […]
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Saliva is an important part of good oral health. Without an adequate flow, you’d find it very difficult to chew and swallow. If you have a problem with dry mouth, let us know at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle. Saliva is produced by several glands in and around the mouth, and it […]
Finding Your Oasis: Food & Drinks for Dry Mouth
Xerostomia is the technical term for dry mouth, the condition that results from absent or reduced saliva flow. It is not a disease on its own, but it may be a side effect of medication or radiation treatments. Xerostomia affects about 20% of the elderly population—not because of their age, but due to the increased […]
Dental Bridge vs Dental Implant
In this post from Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle we discuss dental implants as an alternative to traditional dental bridges. Bridges have been a standard tooth replacement option for many years. There is more than one type, but the most commmon consists of an artificial tooth held in place by dental crowns […]