External Cervical Resorption Treatment options External cervical resorption and the subset of extra canal invasive resorption can be detrimental to a tooth. This pages discusses external cervical resorption treatment options and also discusses some general information about external invasive cervical root resorption. What is External Cervical Resorption and external invasive cervical root resorption? External resorption […]
Reduction coping Reduction coping is useful for us dentists if we need more room for a dental crown after we already prepped and impressed the tooth. This most often occurs on second molars as it is difficult to properly evaluate the clearance of a second molar. To me personally it also happens more often on […]
Comparison of different opaquer dental materials Opaquer dental materials are made to block out dark metal in dentistry. As a result we often use dental opaquers for endodontic access on a crown that has metal like a PFM or on metal abutments for dental implants. Comparison of 5 opaquer dental materials My favorite opaquer for […]
Dental Insurance issues that a dentist cares about Collection of dental insurance issues I have seen come up and see asked again and again. Is it legal to waive co-pays? Well that depends. Never for government programs like Medicaid. My opinion is that it legal as long as you follow some of the rules. Here […]
Looking for a great local dentist in your area? Here at Bauer Dentistry and Orthodontics we have people ask us on a regular basis whether or not we know anyone in such and such city. Often a friend, family member or even a patient of ours that is moving is in need of a new […]
What are zirconia dental implants? Zirconia dental implants are similar to titanium dental implants except they are made from a zirconia instead of a titanium alloy. Who can get zirconia dental implants? Well anyone can get a zirconia dental implant but the real question is who should get a zirconia dental implant. The answer depends […]
Thinking of porcelain veneers or composite veneers? What is the difference between porcelain dental veneers and composite dental veneers? Well this weeks case of the week we ended up using both styles of dental veneers and crowns for Greg. Greg had some issues with decay around an old veneer in front. Although esthetics was not […]
Bruxzir crown fracture Yes, Bruxzir crown fracture does occur. When it does it is often due to poor prep design or poor handling of the material. If you want to see some zirconia framework fractures click here. Bruxzir crown fracture due to poor prep design The main prep design issue is not giving the laboratory […]
The sedative filling dental code is d2940 The sedative filling dental code has not changed from d2940 but the definition has changed somewhat. D2940 dental code use is still the same. What is the ADA description of dental code d2940? The current description for a sedative filling from the ADA is below. D2940 dental code […]
Preventative Care and Wheaton Orthodontics Preventative care is a crucial part of your mouth’s health. When you neglect to care for your teeth and gums regularly, you are putting yourself at risk for more severe problems. Some of these problems may have long term or permanent effects and could also impact more than your oral […]
Preventative Care Wheaton Dentists Preventative care is a crucial part of your mouth’s health. When you neglect to care for your teeth and gums regularly, you are putting yourself at risk for more severe problems. Some of these problems may have long term or permanent effects and could also impact more than your oral health. […]
How much does the all on 4 dental implants cost? The is no question that the all on 4 or more procedures are expensive. The first thing most patients need to know it what the all on 4 dental implants cost. They run from about $20,000 up to $50,000 per arch if you get into […]
What are the options and techniques for a 3D printed dental implant surgical guide? What are the options for surgical guides if don’t print own? $35 to scan satone model and print surgical guide. 3-5 day turn around Dominion Milling Center will print a surgical guide for you for $35. Need scan of teeth no […]
How does a venous lake heal? Venous lake 2 week healing Want to know what venous lake 2 week healing looks like? Check out our photo below or click the link at the bottom for more before and after venous lake lesions. A little history of our treatment of the venous lake. We have been […]
