If you are considering getting veneers, you may be wondering about the different types that exist – and which one might be best for you. Dental veneers are ultra thin tooth-colored shells that fit over the front of your teeth to improve their appearance. They can be made from various materials, including zirconia, composite resin… Read More »
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4 Reasons Why You Might Lose Your Teeth and How You Can Replace Them
A missing tooth or teeth can alter speech, reduce the jawbone’s integrity, decrease one’s ability to chew food, and slowly shift the teeth. Despite these possible changes, the news that a tooth must be removed no longer has to be tragic. While a missing tooth or teeth can significantly impact the appearance of your smile,… Read More »
Get To Know Uptown Cosmetic’s Newest Prosthodontist – Dr. Camilla Barrilleaux
Uptown Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry is excited to welcome the newest member of our dental team! Dr. Camilla Barrilleaux, DMD, MS, is a Prosthodontist who specializes in replacing and restoring missing teeth. Her use of advanced dental techniques and her passion for dentistry has changed her patients’ lives and restored their confidence and quality of… Read More »
Five Reasons Why You Should Use Your Dental Benefits Before They Expire
Dental insurance plans are unique and sometimes confusing! Each policy offers slightly different benefits. It’s important to connect with an experienced dentist who accepts your insurance and whose office staff can help you maximize dental services based on your available benefits. It’s important to note that dental benefits typically expire every year. While some plans… Read More »
Keeping An Eye Out For Oral Cancer
During your twice-yearly exams with us at Uptown Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry, we want you to leave our Houston offices with sparkling teeth. But we have goals beyond that. Sure, removing tartar and plaque and polishing your teeth are important. But even more important is our examination for the signs of oral cancer. That’s why… Read More »
Real People. Real Smiles. Mrs. Paxton’s Life Changing Story.
Everyone has their struggles in life, and this may sound strange to some, but my struggle has always been with my smile. To some people this will sound petty or superficial, but being self-conscious of your smile, having cracked, broken, and missing teeth, causes problems in life that many wouldn’t even consider – lower self-esteem,… Read More »
3 Tips For A Steve Harvey Smile Through Cosmetic Dentistry
If you’ve ever watched Family Feud, you’ve seen the energy that host Steve Harvey gives off. Maybe it’s because of that huge toothy smile he has. Sure, Steve wasn’t born with that perfect smile but it sure does affect his persona. Our smile is a very important element to the first impression we make…. Read More »
Single Dental Implant: Replacing a Missing Tooth
Typically, when someone has incurred serious traumatic injury to the mouth, had a tooth fail to erupt or suffered tooth loss to decay, they will visit their dentist for a diagnosis of treatment. If your dentist recommends a dental implant, you will get a referral to a dental specialist. In most cases, this will be… Read More »
Gum Recession: Causes and Treatments
Discovering you have receding gum lines can be a disturbing ordeal. But there is something that can be done about gum recession. Several things you can do in the comfort of your home can be an effective remedy to receding gums, depending on how severe the problem is. Naturally, the first thing to do is… Read More »
Can Dental Implants Really Be Done In One Day?
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… Read More »