Dental Technology

Are you self-conscious of your smile and less confident because of your damaged teeth? Has decay progressed enough that it has ruined the integrity of your tooth? Ceramic crowns might be the solution you’re looking for. In addition to restoring damaged, decayed, or weakened teeth, ceramic crowns can also be used for cosmetic purposes, such […]

Do you feel the need to improve the appearance of your smile, but are anxious about dental procedures? Do you want a beautiful healthy smile that can boost your confidence and overall well-being, but are scared to take the first step? Thankfully, with Digital Smile Design (DSD), achieving a natural-looking smile is much easier. With […]

When considering the options for orthodontics, there are many pros and cons to consider before making a choice. And like most choices, the decision varies from person to person depending on their oral health needs, and dentist’s recommendations. Here Advanced Dentistry by Design in Carson City will discuss the differences between braces and clear aligners […]

Whether you are a child or an adult, you may find yourself in the dentist’s office getting the news that you need braces. It’s not something you may be excited about, but the fact is, braces may be necessary to give you the best smile possible. But what changes once you get braces? We hope […]

According to The American Academy of Prosthodontists there are 36 million people who have no teeth (also called edentulous) in the United States. Besides this, there are also 120 million people who are missing a minimum of one tooth. Out of those 36 million people, about 90% of them have dentures and approximately 15% of […]

When kids get cavities, it can be a real bummer. Tooth decay can cause pain, missed school, or even more serious issues. According to the PEW Charitable Trusts, in 2008 children went to hospital emergency rooms over 215,000 times for preventable dental issues. Those visits cost more than 100 million dollars.  Tooth decay, if left […]

If you have any experience going to the dental office, chances are good you’ve had a dental x-ray. You know the drill, open your mouth, bite down on the hard-plastic thing that looks like a Starwars x-wing ship — then try to keep your eyes from watering while the hygienist drapes you with a heavy […]

Do you have a go-to pose for photos that doesn’t need a full-on toothy grin? If you’re uncomfortable with your crooked teeth, you are in the right place.  Taking the Bummer out of Adult Braces Wires and brackets fall in the same mental box as teen-acne and drivers permits. If you missed the window to […]

Walk down any supermarket ‘oral health’ aisle and it will inundate you with products. Electric toothbrushes, hundreds of toothpastes, seven different flavors of floss, and a lot of claims of being the most effective product on the market. How do you decide which product is best for you? Further, how do you determine if the […]

Have you ever startled yourself awake by snoring? Does your partner complain of restless nights, or consistently need to move you in bed to stop your snoring? While snoring is common, it can be a signal that there are other, more serious issues going on. If you or your partner snore and night, Advanced Dentistry […]