Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dentures, Manus Dental, Partials and Dentures on Oct 20th, 2011
The average person probably expects that their teeth should last a lifetime. Of course, this is far from the truth. Most people are faced with the dreaded possibility that they might have to be fitted with partials or dentures once they reach middle age. Actually, there is no reason to dread wearing partials and dentures. [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Bridge Work, Manus Dental on Oct 10th, 2011
Nothing takes the appeal out of an otherwise nice smile than one or more missing teeth. That the remaining teeth may be in perfect condition does not prevent adverse effects, which can be more than just cosmetic. Gaps in your smile can result in a change in your ability to chew (occlusion), joint disorders, speech [...]
Posted in Comprehensive dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Patients First, Restorative Dentistry on Sep 19th, 2011
Going to the dentist does not have to be a stressful experience, even for those that dislike the office visits. Manus Dental prides itself on being a professional, caring, and quality company that places an emphasis - and focus - on putting the patients and their needs first. With state of the art facilities and a large [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, DentalFAQ's, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Orthodontics, Pediatric Dentistry on Sep 9th, 2011
At what age should I schedule my child’s first dental exam? It’ best to have your child seen by the second birthday. By starting earlier rather than later, your dentist can make sure that teeth are coming in well, and that your child has a good bite. Additionally, if thumb sucking or pacifier use is [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Implant Dentistry, Manus Dental, Restorative Dentistry on Aug 29th, 2011
Research has proven that a smile is one of the most powerful forms of communication. Friends and strangers alike respond to a happy, grinning mouth. For people that want to improve their smile, dental implants may be the best option. What are dental implants? When someone loses a tooth, the vacant area needs to be [...]
Posted in Comprehensive dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, Digital Dentistry, Family Dentist, Implant Dentistry, Manus Dental, Modern Dentistry, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry on Aug 21st, 2011
Comprehensive dentistry refers to an office that offers a full range of dental health services such as diagnosis, treatment, follow-up exams, and rehabilitation if need be. A comprehensive dentistry office will offer any dentistry service you could imagine in one location including cosmetic and specialty services. The convenience of a comprehensive dentistry office is obvious. [...]
Posted in Continuing Dental Education, Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Restorative Dentistry on Aug 13th, 2011
With the advent of digital x-rays, invisible braces and other dental technology, the field of dentistry is constantly evolving. In order to stay current in their chosen profession, dentists are required to attend continuing education courses to learn new techniques and advances in patient care. The number of hours of continuing education varies by the [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentist, iSmile Direct, Manus Dental, The iSmile Direct Program on Aug 8th, 2011
Everyone knows that dental care is expensive. Many people put off going to the dentist because they are afraid they will need extensive dental work. They can’t afford to rack up a huge bill, so they don’t go at all. iSmile Direct takes the fear and guesswork out of going to the dentist. iSmile Direct [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Cleanings, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Pediatric Dentistry on Jul 29th, 2011
The focus of family dentistry is to help the patient maintain excellent oral hygiene and prevent serious dental issues, such as tooth decay and gum disease. In a typical preventive services dental appointment, the patient’s teeth are cleaned with specialty dental equipment, plaque and tartar build-up are removed by scraping and the patient receives fluoride [...]
Posted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Bridge Work, Family Dentist, Manus Dental, Restorative Dentistry on Jul 15th, 2011
Bridges are a form of tooth restoration that can fix the problem of missing teeth. Missing teeth affects more than merely the appearance of your smile.. The absence of one or more teeth actually changes your bite, thus affecting the functionality of your entire mouth. Other problems include teeth shifting, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), speech [...]