Bob Koenitzer DDS Blog

Do you have a toothache or a severely damaged or decayed tooth? If so, there’s a good chance your dentist will provide a dental crown to preserve your smile’s appearance and restore its functionality once they’ve treated your troublesome tooth.

Although these prosthetics are incredibly beneficial, many patients hesitate to approve the procedure because they’re worried it will be agonizingly long and painful. Thankfully, that’s typically not the case for most people! If you’re feeling anxious, continue reading to learn more about what to expect when healing from dental crown placement so you can set your concerns aside.

Metal braces and clear aligners are go-to solutions to fix bite and alignment issues. Although they are effective, the average orthodontic treatment takes 12 to 24 months, which can be a long commitment if you only need a minor adjustment. What if you could save time and money? You can with instant orthodontics! Here’s how you can achieve a straight smile in just a couple of weeks using porcelain veneers. 

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You know someone about to graduate high school or college. Gifting them something that helps them look their best for photos and interviews is a great idea! With cosmetic dentistry, that something can be their smile. Sound promising? Keep reading to learn more about five popular treatment options.

When it comes to oral health, our focus tends to be on our teeth, but let’s not forget about our gums. They play a crucial role in keeping our smiles healthy and attractive. However, gum disease is quite common, affecting about half of adults over 30 years old. This condition doesn’t just affect our mouths; it could also have implications for our mental health. Let’s delve deeper into this intriguing connection with insights from your periodontist.

If you’re looking for a way to replace missing teeth, dental implants may be the ideal solution. After all, they look and function just like real teeth and can even prevent or reverse bone loss in the jaws. However, there’s a lot of misinformation about them floating around that may not paint an accurate picture. Here’s a brief list of little-known dental implant facts to clear up confusion and set you up to make an informed decision.

When it comes to enhancing your smile with dental veneers, porcelain is often the go-to material. This is an excellent material known for its durability and natural appearance. However, did you know that there are alternative materials available that may better fit your needs or your budget?

Continue reading to learn more about dental veneers and the various materials they can be crafted from.

Being scared is part of the fun of Halloween, but a fear of the dentist is decidedly less enjoyable. Over three-quarters of adults have some form of dental fear or anxiety, and as a result, many of them don’t visit the dentist’s office nearly as often as they should. Below is a quick look at the reasons why you should get your dental fears under control – as well as why visiting the dentist isn’t as frightening as you might think it is!

Are you currently recovering from a tooth extraction or planning for one? Various factors such as decay, trauma, or overcrowding can necessitate this procedure. If you’re experiencing gaps in your smile due to missing teeth, the concept of rejuvenating it with dentures could be quite appealing. Given that dentures are a widely used solution, you may be curious about the timeline for obtaining them after your teeth have been extracted. Continue reading to explore the timing for acquiring dentures following a tooth extraction.

Did you know that roughly 170 million Americans have at least one missing tooth? This makes tooth loss a pretty widespread issue—but no one should have to live without a complete set of beautiful and functional pearly whites! This is where tooth replacement solutions such as dental bridges come into play—they’re quite capable of restoring lost teeth, but are they considered a permanent solution? Keep reading to learn more from your trusted dentist about dental bridges and their expected lifespans, along with some tips for keeping your bridge intact for as long as possible.

If you’re a busy person, at times it might seem impossible to keep track of everything going on in your life, and there’s a good chance that despite your best efforts, things might slip through the cracks and become afterthoughts or forgotten about entirely! Unfortunately, something that people often neglect is routine dental care—and though it might not always seem like a huge deal, skipping out on these routine visits can spell bad news for your oral health. But you also shouldn’t fret about visiting your dentist if you haven’t gone in a while; at the end of the day, they still want to help your smile to look and feel its best! With that said, here’s what you should keep in mind if you find yourself finally heading back to your dentist’s office after an extended hiatus.