AV Dental Associates PA Blog

Your general dentist is trained to provide a wide variety of oral health procedures. However, sometimes a patient’s particular issue goes beyond the scope of their expertise, and in that situation, they may refer you to a dental specialist. This is not done to make you lose confidence in your regular practitioner; rather, it is meant to help you get the best care possible for your smile. Here’s a closer look at some of the oral health experts I as your dentist might refer you to, and which problems they’ve been specially trained to address.

More and more people are choosing Invisalign to get the straighter smile they’ve always wanted. It offers a discreet, more comfortable experience than traditional braces. You might be interested in this treatment for yourself, but don’t want to correct both your upper and lower teeth. You might want to simply fix your top set, but can you alter this service to get just one aligner? Here’s what to know.

We love talking to patients about smile makeovers because they’re one of my favorite plans to see through to the end. The look on a patient’s face when they see their new smile in the mirror is priceless to us. But there’s definitely a cost on the patient’s side, and it’s important not to gloss over that. So, how much can you expect to pay for your cosmetic treatment? Unfortunately, it’s impossible to tell without seeing you in person, but let’s dive into why that is.

Losing an Invisalign aligner can be frustrating, especially when you’re working hard to keep your treatment on schedule. Fortunately, losing a tray doesn’t necessarily mean your entire treatment plan is off track. Taking the right steps quickly can help prevent unnecessary delays and keep your teeth moving as planned!

If the words “smile makeover” make you envision a complete overhaul like those on home improvement TV shows, don’t worry. The truth is that it is much more practical than you think. While there are no lights and camera crew around, there is a team to help you build a smile you will love. Keep reading as I explain what you can expect when pursuing a smile makeover.

With more than 9.5 million people in New Jersey, there are plenty of dental practices vying for new patients. Depending on where you live, you might also have easy access to dentists in nearby states, such as Connecticut, New York, and Pennsylvania. This can make it hard to choose which one you should entrust with your smile. Instead of spending hours on your phone researching, I have collected information about the 5 top-rated dentists near Jersey City. These practices consistently receive positive reviews, so review the following list and prepare to save yourself the headache of endless internet scrolling.

When an urgent dental issue strikes, you can typically count on your emergency dentist to alleviate your pain and restore your oral health as promptly as possible. But what if you’re suffering from a severe tooth infection that requires a root canal treatment? Will your emergency dentist be able to handle the procedure, or will they need to refer you to a specialist?

A broken tooth can happen when you least expect it. Whether you bite down on something hard, suffer a sports injury, or experience a fall, a cracked or fractured tooth can be both painful and alarming. The good news is that many broken teeth can be successfully treated, especially when you seek prompt dental care.

If you break a tooth, here’s what you should do to protect your smile until you can see your dentist.

The gold standard tooth replacement is dental implants. They are posts placed and fused to your jawbone, giving you sturdy results. That said, they are an investment, so you might wonder how long you will be able to enjoy your results. Here is what you should know about the longevity of this treatment and what you can do to make sure you get the most out of it.

With so many variables to consider, choosing a new dentist can be a little overwhelming. But the good news is that finding a skilled and caring dental team to safeguard your smile doesn’t have to be stressful when you know what to look for. Here are a few suggestions to help narrow your focus and choose the right dentist to protect your gorgeous grin!