Even though the All-On-4 Teeth in a Day procedure was developed by Portugal’s Dr. Paulo Malo, you can still get it done here in Houston by Uptown’s Dr. Roberto Velasco. He traveled to Europe to train under renowned clinicians on this best-in-class dental solution and has now performed over 1,500 All-On-4 procedures. The All-On-4 treatment is specifically designed for edentulous patients (those who need to replace all… Read More »
One of the questions that come up often is “What is the difference between bridges and implants?” In this article, we’ll look at the differences as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each. Bridges A bridge works by replacing your missing teeth with a row of prosthetic teeth. This row is supported on both sides by your natural teeth or implants. There are several ways that… Read More »
Have missing or damaged teeth? It’s a new year, be a new you. Dental implants are the perfect way to reinvent your smile and become a new you this year. In this article, we’ve got 3 ways implants will help you keep it fresh. 1. Look Younger Missing teeth can cause your facial structure to collapse and make you look older than you are. When your teeth… Read More »
The current year is about over, and many people are thinking about resolutions and goals for the next year. At Uptown, we like to say, “It’s a new year. Be a new you.” We believe that one of the best ways to “be a new you” is by getting a cosmetic dentistry procedure done. In this article, we discuss 3 reasons why: 1. Benefits for a Lifetime… Read More »
Looking for fun in the River Oaks area? Uptown Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry has you covered. Here are the 3 Must See Spots in the River Oaks. 1. River Oaks Theatre You can find the River Oaks theatre at the corner of West Gray and Shepherd at the River Oaks Shopping Center. Built by Interstate Theatre Corp. in 1939, it was the last in the line of deluxe… Read More »
If you aren’t exactly happy with your smile, veneers may be the cosmetic dentistry solution you have been looking for. Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are attached to the front surface of your teeth. As a result, all of the cosmetic flaws of your teeth are covered up, and you end up with a great smile. Veneers can restore the perfect shape back to that chipped… Read More »
So you’ve heard that dental implants can be done in one day? But you are a little skeptical. “How good of a job can be done in just one day?” you might ask. That’s a valid question. No matter what procedure it is, you should always find out as much as you can to make sure it’s something you really want to do. In this article, we… Read More »
When choosing a dentist, one of the first things people check out is the online reviews. A quick glance at Uptown’s reviews will reveal that when comes to cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Roberto Velasco is no slouch. Rather than spending all day telling you about what a phenomenal dentist he is, we will let those who have been on his operating chair speak for themselves. Here’s what people… Read More »
The River Oaks District is a Houston spot for luxury shopping and dining. Besides being home to Houston’s top cosmetic dentistry practice, Uptown Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry, the area has a lot of other interesting attractions: Here are 3 facts you may not have known about the River Oaks: 1. Rich History of River Oaks District The River Oaks area was designed with the highest standard of… Read More »
Dental implants are becoming the most common method for replacing missing teeth because they are the closest you can get to having real teeth. The benefits versus other traditional methods of teeth replacement are numerous. Appearance wise, dental implants are virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. On top of that, they feel and work just like natural teeth. Dentures, on the other hand, are often ill-fitting and tend… Read More »
