The Science Behind Every Healthy Smile
Reviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa What is Invisalign? A Quick Recap We’ve come a long way in the world of teeth straightening. Remember the time when bulky metal braces were the only way to get that picture-perfect smile? Fast-forward to today, and Invisalign has […]
Reviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa Broken Tooth Options in Glendale, AZ A broken tooth can happen at any time, whether from biting into something hard, an old filling that cracks, or an injury. When it does, the priority is to understand your options quickly […]
Read ArticleReviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa Why Broken Teeth Need Professional Care Life can be unpredictable. How many times have you accidentally bumped into something, or maybe bitten into an unexpectedly hard piece of candy? In moments like these, teeth can break, even if they’re […]
Read ArticleReviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa General Anesthesia in Dentistry: What It Is General anesthesia is the deepest level of sedation used in dentistry, producing complete unconsciousness, absence of pain, no recall of the procedure, and suppression of protective reflexes including the gag reflex. Unlike […]
Read ArticleReviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa What Is Deep Sedation in Dentistry? Deep sedation is a controlled state of depressed consciousness in which a patient is not easily aroused but can still respond to repeated or painful stimulation. It sits between moderate (conscious) sedation and […]
Read ArticleReviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa What Is Nitrous Oxide Sedation? Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is the lightest form of sedation used in dentistry. It is a colorless, odorless gas delivered through a small nose mask that the patient breathes throughout the […]
Read ArticleReviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa What are Dental Bridges? Imagine smiling confidently, with a full set of teeth making your grin even more radiant. Dental bridges play a pivotal role in achieving that goal for countless individuals. Serving as a bridge between gaps created […]
Read ArticleReviewed by Richard Dawson, DMD — General & Implant Dentist, ICOI Fellow, Smile Science Dental Spa Do Genetics Determine Dental Health? People who have never had a cavity sometimes assume they are simply lucky in the genetic lottery. People with repeated decay or gum problems may believe the opposite, that something in their biology is […]
Read ArticleFor countless individuals, dentures act as a life-changing solution, restoring not just smiles, but also confidence and the simple joy of enjoying a meal. However, like any major change, transitioning to dentures might come with its own set of challenges. At Smile Science Dental Spa in sunny Glendale, AZ, our primary goal is ensuring that […]
Read ArticleOrthodontics, for those new to the term, is a specialized branch of dentistry dedicated to correcting teeth and jaws that are positioned improperly. The benefits of orthodontic treatment reach far beyond just a pretty smile, encompassing functional and psychological advantages as well. At Smile Science Dental Spa in Glendale, AZ, both Dr. Richard Dawson (that’s […]
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