Are Six Months Smiles® a Good Fit for You?
At Olympia Dental Group located in Lacey, Washington, Dr. Thinh Ho and our team are pleased to offer Six Month Smiles® for our patients looking for smile solutions for crooked teeth. Six Month Smiles is just one of the invisible braces treatment options we offer at our practice, and today we are going to focus… Read more »
Understanding the Different Degrees of Sedation Dentistry
Sedation dentistry in , , has several different degrees. The depth and method of the sedation will be largely influenced by the length and invasiveness of the procedure and your personal preference. Mild sedation is helpful for individuals who are struggling with dental anxiety. This sedative usually comes in the form of nitrous oxide. Breathing… Read more »
Symptoms to Watch for if You Suspect a Filling Is Going Bad
Fillings are meant to repair small to medium-sized tooth decay to restore the full function of the tooth for a long period of time. At the same time, fillings rarely last forever. Large and old fillings are prone to failure simply due to the sheer surface area and constant pressure from oral bacteria. While there… Read more »
The Many Uses of BOTOX®
You probably know that BOTOX® has been used for years to reduce the appearance of wrinkles around the face and eyes. And it really is an effective, easy way to rejuvenate your appearance. But what you might not know is that BOTOX can be used to help treat a variety of noncosmetic issues as well…. Read more »
A CEREC Machine Helps You Meet Your Patient’s Short Term Needs
The acronym CEREC stands for a Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic machine. This state of the art technology is designed to allow dentist all over the world to save you money, reduce costs and improve their patient satisfaction. A CEREC machine allows you to form porcelain tooth restoration dental work, like dental veneers, and… Read more »
Night Guards Help with Teeth Grinding
Bruxism, or night-time teeth grinding is a fairly common occurrence today. And if you have been experiencing tooth problems due to night-time teeth grinding, you may be wondering why it is happening. The Bruxism Association says that nearly 70% of teeth grinding while you sleep stems from stress or anxiety. Other contributing factors include sleep… Read more »
How to Keep Your Child’s Smile in Tip-Top Shape
Whether you believe it or not, a lot of terrible things can happen to your child’s smile, which is why it’s important for you as the parent to take good care of their teeth and gums. To help you keep your child’s oral health in tip-top shape, our team recommends doing the following things on… Read more »
A CEREC Machine Saves Money, Reduces Costs and Improves Patient Satisfaction
Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic or CEREC machine is a state of the art technology that will, in the long term, save you money, reduce costs and improve your patient satisfaction. The CEREC machine allows you to form porcelain tooth restoration dental work, like dental veneers, and crowns in your own office. The dental… Read more »
How to Care for a Broken Dental Crown
Even though dental crowns are strong, reliable, and successful dental restorations, they can still break or fall out of your mouth because of an oral injury, an accident, or even something as simple as chewing. When this happens, there is no need to panic. Our team is happy to tell you what you need to… Read more »
How a Root Canal Can Help Your Smile
Something is not right in your mouth. A severe toothache has developed, and the pain becomes worse when you bite down. Maybe a tooth has sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures. You may have noticed swelling and tenderness in the gums or a tooth that is discolored. Maybe you have a persistent pimple on the… Read more »
