Invisalign offers a less invasive option to straightening teeth when compared to traditional metal braces since the aligners are made of a thermoplastic material that slips over the teeth. Also notable, the average treatment time for Invisalign to correct smiles is faster. With Invisalign, smiles can be corrected in 6-18 months. In contrast, braces are worn for an average of 18-36 months. What Factors Affect the Length of Time Required for Invisalign Treatment? While these time periods are averages, the length of time needed to

At our pediatric dental practice, we understand that many parents may feel anxious when their child requires dental treatment that involves sedation. You want the best for your child—healthy teeth, a bright smile, and a positive dental experience. But when it comes to sedation, safety is likely one of your top concerns. The good news is that dental sedation for children is incredibly safe, especially when administered by a qualified pediatric dentist. In this blog, we’ll break down why sedation is often used in pediatric

Dental fear cripples a person’s mind to the point where visiting a dentist poses an almost impossible challenge. The type of anxiety arising from dental fear is as real as the type of anxious feelings a person feels before boarding an airplane. The fear is even stronger if the potential patient has already had a bad experience at a dental office. However, if you suffer from dental fear and anxiety, there are fortunately some techniques to overcome these feelings. Let’s take a look at some

Waterlase Dentistry takes the drilling out of the dental drill for good. Gone are the heat, pressure, and vibration still related to most dental procedures. For patients that have off the scale anxiety or Dentophobia, this is a significant breakthrough. If that major stride in dentistry wasn’t enough to send you running to the phone to make a dental appointment, there’s more. Dental procedures that use Waterlase requires little to no anesthetic or numbing agent. How Waterlase Works Waterlase uses a water stream and laser

Many dental practices are starting to offer metal-free dentistry as one of their treatment options. Many patients are concerned with the potential risks and side effects associated with using certain metals for dental purposes. Some people just don’t like the look of metal fillings. With the ongoing debate relating to metal-based filling options, it is important to consider some of the other options that are available if you are in need of dental repair. What is Metal Free Dentistry? Instead of using alloys or metals

Many people dismiss tooth pain that they are experiencing. Just because the issue is minor doesn’t mean that it isn’t important. A little bit of discomfort now could become something much more severe down the road. If you are wondering why your teeth hurt, let’s take a look at some of the most common culprits. Sensitivity Many people are sensitive to extreme temperatures. You might experience pain when biting into something very cold like a popsicle or ice cream. Other people have difficulty with hot

If you need a root canal, it is best to get the procedure done right away and not allow the problem to get worse by putting it off. However, some people may not even know they need the procedure. Being aware of the causes of the problem, the symptoms, and what can be done about it are important for prevention and early response that may prevent an emergency. Why You Might Need a Root Canal Root canal procedures are usually necessary when the soft tissue inside

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM EVERYONE HERE AT CASTLEBURY! This is truly my favorite time of year, especially when it works out to be a low-key Christmas like this year. We’ll be home for Christmas, and we look forward to another cozy holiday together. We will spend New Year’s in McCall with my wife’s family, where we will celebrate the passing of another year and look back on all of our accomplishments in 2016. We started 2016 off by beginning the slow transition of our family sports

Invisalign patients come in a wide range of ages and no one age is considered best. If you are thinking about fixing your smile, Invisalign might be right for you, no matter how old you are. There have been happy, satisfied Invisalign patients in their eighties! The majority of Invisalign patients wear their aligners for about 12 months. Depending on the severity of the problem, you may be required to wear your aligners for as little as eight months or as long as eighteen months or

Congratulations to the family of Lee Ann Ross, the winners of the Disney World Family Trip Giveaway! Lee and her family had a blast, and reported back to us after the trip. Within the four days that they were at Disney World, they were able to experience Magic Kingdom, Blizzard Beach, Animal Kingdom,Epcot, and Avatar World. Lee had trouble finding the right words to describe her trip to Disney, as she wasn’t sure she could explain it in just one word. She says the experience was