..increasing the likelihood of tooth loss. The longer a problem tooth remains without being remedied, the higher the possibility that future treatment will be more extensive and the risk of tooth loss greater. Also, missing teeth are unsightly and embarrassing during conversations, eating, and in social settings.

Corrective dental procedures frequently include either crowns or bridges, often used with dental implants. A crown is typically cemented to and is used to cover a damaged tooth while saving as much of the natural tooth as possible. A bridge is used to fill a gap in the teeth where a tooth or multiple teeth are missing.

These are generally Treatment options that appear and feel like natural teeth.

Silver amalgam fillings contain about 50% mercury which some researchers believe pose a hazard to human health. At Smile Artisans we use the latest in high tech specialty materials for cavity repairs. Our tooth colored’ composite resins look and feel like natural tooth material. Because of resin’s superior physical properties, cavities can often be repaired as soon as they are diagnosed, meaning the fillings can be smaller and less extensive, allowing patients to retain more of their natural tooth structure.

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These prosthetics offer a reasonable and comfortable solution for replacing a missing tooth, several teeth, or a full arch of teeth. We have the technology and tools to design the ideal denture to fit your specific and unique needs and preferences. Our processes provide you with dentures that have excellent fit and function. If you believe you require dentures or partial dentures, DR. GUTIERREZ will be happy to consult with you regarding the outstanding options available. Both removable and implant-retained dentures are available.

Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt from the gums as people mature, Usually appearing far back in the gums between the ages of 16 and 22. Many patients experience difficulty, because their jaws are simply too small to accommodate these new teeth Causing Pain, swelling, and at times infections

In addition, impaction of teeth can occur, (teeth becoming trapped between the jaw/gum tissues.)

Over time these conditions can lead to problems with a patient’s bite as well as both decay and bad breath. As part of Smile Artisan’s regular checkups, DR. GUTIERREZ examines the growth and development of wisdom teeth and their impact on the patient’s whole mouth.

Should it be necessary, the doctor will recommend extraction of one or more of these teeth to allow space in the mouth and to help ensure overall good dental health.