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Pediatric Dentist or Family Dentist

March 29, 2014

Filed under: Pediatric Dentist — Tags: , , — okcitydentist @ 3:22 pm

I’m about to have my first baby. I’m wanted to know is it better to go to a family dentist or a pediatric dentist?

Holly H. – Oklahoma

Holly,

You can go to either one. A pediatric dentist has done some extra training regarding the dental care of children, but many people prefer a family dentist where everyone can be seen by the same dentist. It’s really a matter of preference.

You’ll want to make sure that the dentist you pick enjoys treating children. If they like to see them around three years old, you can be sure they are comfortable around children. If they want to wait until your child is around 8 or 10, you can be sure they are not the dentist for your child.

One option is to see a family dentist and he can refer you to a true pediatric dentist if there are any complicating issues.

This blog is brought to you by Oklahoma City Dentist Dr. Don Swearingen.

How do I avoid horse teeth?

March 8, 2014

Filed under: Lumineers — Tags: , , , — okcitydentist @ 8:35 pm

I have several friends who have had work done on their teeth. Some of them look gorgeous and natural, while others look a little like they have horse teeth or just obviously fake. How can I avoid the latter?

Sylvia S. – Florida

Sylvia,

There is nothing worse than spending a fortune on cosmetic dentistry and then being horrified by the results.  I have seen the horse teeth you are talking about. Many of them are from cases using Lumineers. Dentists without a lot of experience just jump on the no-prep background withoug realizing that it only works well for some cases.

The best thing you can do when looking to have a smile makeover is to pick the right dentist. Someone with real expertise in cosmetic dentistry can give you a gorgeous smile. The trick is picking someone with both technical skill as well as artistry.

This blog is brought to you by Oklahoma City Dentist Dr. Don Swearingen.