Capital Smiles Blog

If you are at the beginning of your tooth replacement journey, you have an exciting road in front of you! Of course, you may also need to learn some things along the way. For example, your dentist might use some words and phrases that you are unfamiliar with. You are always free to ask for an explanation of anything you do not understand! In the meantime, though, you might find it helpful to review this list of key dental implant terms:

Invisalign aligner trays are custom-made for each patient; their design is based on incredibly accurate digital scans of your mouth. They should fit snugly on your teeth and be relatively easy to slide into your mouth. But what if one of your Invisalign aligners does not fit? Does that mean you need an entirely new set of trays? No, probably not. This blog post delves into why your aligner does not fit and the steps you can take to address the problem.

Invisalign is a popular orthodontic treatment that uses clear custom aligner trays to gently shift the teeth into their proper positions. However, the aligners do not always work alone. Sometimes, they require Invisalign attachments. What are these attachments, what do they do, and how might they affect your overall treatment experience? This blog post shares some important information.

Are you thinking about using Invisalign to straighten your teeth? If so, you may understandably have some questions about the journey that awaits you. For example, you may ask, “When will I start to see results?” and “Exactly how long does Invisalign treatment take?” The answers to those questions depend heavily on the details of your unique case. In this blog post, we explain some factors that might affect your treatment timeline with clear aligners.

Full mouth reconstruction is a customized treatment plan that aims to restore the health, function, and beauty of your smile. Often, it involves complex or invasive procedures that come with a bit of a recovery period. What can you expect during this time? Continue reading below to get a realistic preview of the road ahead.

“Full mouth reconstruction” is a general term that can apply to any dental treatment plan that involves major improvements to the health, function, and appearance of a patient’s smile. If you have been struggling with poor oral health, this service might be right for you! But what exactly does it involve? This blog post discusses some procedures that are often included as part of a full mouth reconstruction plan.

Oral hygiene is important for everyone, including individuals who do not have any of their natural teeth left. Of course, if you wear traditional dentures, your oral hygiene routine might be different from that of someone who still has their original pearly whites. You might wonder, though, if you can brush like you used to. Is it okay to brush your dentures while they are still in your mouth? This blog post discusses what you should know.

Your dentures should fit your gums snugly but comfortably. Ideally, you should be able to eat and speak with confidence — without worrying that your prosthetic will slip out of place. But what if your lower denture just refuses to stay where it belongs? This blog post explores what might be causing the problem and how you may be able to solve it.

Countless dentists offer sedation as a way to help their patients have an easy and comfortable treatment experience. Sadly, though, some patients hesitate to accept this provision even though it would be very beneficial for them. They might do so because they have been misled by some common myths about dental sedation. What is the truth behind such ideas? This blog post explains.

Bruxism is a common dental condition that is characterized by habitual grinding and clenching of the teeth. Over time, it can cause serious damage! But what if you are missing teeth and want to replace them? Will bruxism affect your candidacy for dental implants? This blog post delves into what you should know about the relationship between bruxism and dental implants.