Michigan Cosmetic, General & Sedation Dentistry White teeth could be said to be the cornerstone of an attractive smile, and with professional tooth whitening solutions that can address even severe staining, a brilliantly white smile can be very easy to achieve. However, if you have sensitive teeth, you may have been warned away from whitening… Read More »
Michigan Cosmetic, General & Sedation Dentistry TMJ headaches can be debilitating. Similar to migraine and tension headaches, those caused by TMJ often find people reaching for over-the-counter or prescription medications. However, because TMJ headaches are caused by a misalignment of the jaw, pain medications serve only to mask the pain – they are not capable… Read More »
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, a record-breaking 1.2 million adults sought orthodontic treatment in 2012. This represents a 14 percent increase over 2010 – the largest increase in adult orthodontic procedures ever – and much of this increase has to do with more comfortable options such as Invisalign®.
Michigan Cosmetic, General & Sedation Dentistry Surface stains can often be removed with topical teeth whitening solutions. Grand Rapids cosmetic dentist Dr. Jerry Mulder is pleased to offer both in-office and take-home options to meet the various needs of our patients. If you are up to date with dental care, we even offer take-home kits… Read More »
Michigan Cosmetic, General & Sedation Dentistry According to the DSM, around 4% of the population suffers from dental phobia. This places dental phobia equal with acrophobia (fear of heights) and ophidiophobia (fear of snakes). However, the American Dental Association suggests that dental phobia affects closer to 10% of the population. No matter which statistic you… Read More »
Michigan Cosmetic, General & Sedation Dentistry If you suffer from dental phobia or have any issues that prevent your seeking dental care, you may be an ideal candidate for sedation dentistry. With this option, Grand Rapids dentist Dr. Jerry Mulder can help you feel completely at ease but still capable of responding to basic directives.… Read More »
According to Gallup, 69.4 percent of Michigan adults report seeing the dentist for routine cleanings and examinations in 2013. This is nearly five percentage points higher than the national average of 64.7.
Sedation dentistry is one of the most effective ways to deal with issues such as dental phobia and anxiety. This option is also ideal for patients who will be required to remain seated during longer procedures or those who have: An overactive gag reflex Difficulties getting numb A dislike of the sights, sounds, or smells… Read More »
The TMJ Association reports that 64 percent of respondents to a recent survey stated they had tried thermal therapy (hot and cold compresses) to deal with painful TMJ symptoms. Of these respondents, 74 percent claimed hot and cold compresses helped relieve discomfort, though only for a short period of time. Thermal therapy may be very… Read More »
Cosmetic Dentistry is a field of dentistry aimed at creating a positive change for your teeth and your smile. Many people think that porcelain veneers or tooth whitening is all a cosmetic dentist does, but with the expanding field of cosmetic dentistry, there is much more to be done. Here is your brief cheat sheet… Read More »
