Castlebury Dental Blog

Enhancing your smile can boost your confidence & even make it easier to care for your teeth. Invisalign is one of the most popular methods to straighten teeth but there are lots of factors to consider. If you are on the fence & are interested in Invisalign, here are 5 things you should know.

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 18-36 months.

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.

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.

If you have ever needed a cap or a crown to fix a broken tooth, you probably had to visit the dentist several times. With One-Visit crowns, the entire process of diagnosis to crown can be completed in just one visit. Welcome to a new era of dental care!

Teeth whitening can be a great way to keep your smile looking fresh and youthful. There are several options that can help you make your teeth several shades whiter and bring you more confidence

Crown lengthening is a surgical procedure in which gum tissue and sometimes bone is removed to expose more of a tooth. Here's why you might need it and how it's performed:

The desire to achieve a whiter, brighter smile has been long been plagued by DIY methods to accomplish this goal, some of which are more detrimental than good. It's important to research trends as they pique your interest and talk to a professional if necessary. One such recent, popular teeth whitening trend involves using activated charcoal.

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!

There are great reasons for fixing your smile with Invisalign aligners. This type of orthodontia is appropriate for teenagers and adults who are responsible enough to care for the clear plastic aligners. Here are the overall benefits from wearing Invisalign aligners.