As your cosmetic dentist in Superior WI, we know a smile is a powerful thing. Case in point: the Chinese golfer, Shanshan Feng. This Olympian made a point to smile more during her recent television appearance. She hopes her positive attitude will lead to more people playing golf in China. The outcome? Feng went home with a bronze medal — and with the reputation of being China’s happiest Olympian. That’s what a smile can do.
For better or worse, people are busier than ever these days. At Hill Avenue Dental, our team is made up of moms, dads, and busy professionals dedicated to our work — so we understand that it can be difficult to make time to visit the dentist. But the truth is, you just can’t afford to put off necessary dental care. Waiting to seek attention for an aching, damaged tooth just requires more expensive, time consuming care later on. The next time you need a dental crown, you can benefit from CEREC in Superior WI.
A root canal is a common procedure that’s performed to restore a tooth’s health and function to prevent the need for extraction. It’s estimated, there are roughly 15 million root canals performed each year according to the American Association of Endodontists. While root canal therapy in Superior WI is safe and effective, many still have questions and concerns about the procedure, such as how you can better prepare for root canal therapy? As your dentist in Superior WI, we have the information you need to prepare for the procedure, while also putting your mind at ease.
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Your teeth work as a team, both in terms of the appearance and the function of your smile. Take away one tooth and the whole system is compromised, because each tooth has an important role to play. Dr. Doug Clark, Jr., and Dr. Doug Clark, III, your dentists in Superior, WI, think its important for you to understand the purpose of each tooth and the importance of taking good care of your smile.
Life is busy. Even during the summer when life is supposed to slow down and be more relaxed, there’s still so much to do—work, kids’ activities, vacation planning, family gatherings and more. No wonder it’s tempting to push off a few ordinary appointments, such as your visit to Hill Avenue Dental, your dentist in Superior, WI.
Congratulations! You’ve just completed dental implant treatment to replace missing teeth and rebuild your beautiful smile. To ensure the longevity of your implants and the health of your smile, Drs. Clark at Hill Avenue Dental want to review the care your dental implants in Superior, WI, require.
Life is busy. Sometimes too busy. You and your family are on the go from morning till night. School, work, shopping, cooking, laundry, carpool, homework, dishes, meetings—and the list goes on and on. And now your dentist in Superior, WI, says you need a dental crown. Who has time for that? You do, because the dentists at Hill Avenue Dental can prep, design and place same day crowns with CEREC.
What do you think is the most common chronic disease among children ages five to 17? If you guessed allergies or asthma, you’re wrong. Likewise the correct answer is not gastrointestinal problems or headaches. The most common chronic disease among our youngest citizens is tooth decay, with some 59 percent of children affected. The statistics do improve as people mature and are capable of taking better care of their teeth. But what really can be done to prevent cavities? Actually, there’s quite a bit you and your family dentist in Superior, WI, can do to help you avoid tooth decay. Read on to find out what the dentists at Hill Avenue Dental frecommend.
Discoloration of the enamel is a common occurrence that naturally occurs as we age and from the foods and drinks we consume. Enamel changes overtime, causing tiny cracks to develop. These microscopic openings allow tooth-staining residue to seep in. As the enamel absorbs the residue, you’ll notice the brightness of your smile begin to dim. Hill Avenue Dental is a dentist in Superior WI, offering professional teeth whitening to restore your bright smile. Once you have a beautiful new smile, you’ll need to avoid common stain-causing foods to prevent future discoloration.
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If you have chips, cracks, and other cosmetic flaws hurting the appearance of your smile, you want a quick solution that not only looks great, but is functional. While you could choose composite fillings, crowns, and other cosmetic and restorative procedures, you won’t achieve the most natural look possible. Not to mention, many of these require invasive procedures that lengthen the treatment time. Porcelain veneers provide a fast, simple, and effective solution to give you the natural-looking smile you want. Porcelain veneers in Superior WI will hide the cosmetic flaws hurting your smile using a noninvasive procedure.
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