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Dental decay is one of the most common problems people face with teeth. An untreated cavity will continue growing until it destroys your entire tooth. Over time, it can affect adjacent teeth, putting them at risk. That’s why it’s important to treat cavities promptly with dental fillings. If you live in West Bend, Wisconsin, or […]

Tooth flaws come in all shapes and sizes. Some people are troubled by stained or discolored teeth. Others have to deal with uneven, misshapen, or irregularly sized teeth. Regardless of the imperfections on your teeth, porcelain veneers can improve your smile’s appearance. Using natural-looking veneers, Dr. James (Jim) Albrecht from Albrecht Dentistry, West Bend, Wisconsin, […]

While it’s extremely important to establish good oral care habits at home, your home dental care doesn’t replace professional checkups or cleanings. Both are needed to help you maintain healthy teeth and a bright and beautiful smile. Routine dental cleanings go hand in hand with home oral care to keep your teeth looking their best […]

When you have tooth sensitivity, certain foods can trigger pain or discomfort when you chew. Sensitive teeth can make you cringe when eating sweets, citrus fruits, or hot or cold foods and drinks. Fortunately, there are solutions to sensitive teeth issues, two of which are laser treatment and air particle treatment. These treatments block the […]

 In this post, I’ll compare the advantages/disadvantages of each of the crown materials discussed last week. Gold crowns Prior to when porcelain became available in dentistry, the gold crown was the standard material used. The advantages include: A very accurate fit – possibly the most accurate fitting crown dentists have ever used. An even wear […]

Dental crowns have been used for many years to restore broken, cracked or worn teeth. Over time, new materials have become available to use in the fabrication of the crowns. Each of the old and new materials offer advantages and disadvantages compared to the other materials. When choosing the right material for a crown, some […]