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Lasers are becoming more and more popular in dentistry as noninvasive and less painful methods of cleaning teeth. Biolase is a company that makes dental lasers, including the Waterlase laser. Painless Dentistry Evolved The Waterlase is a type of laser that uses a smaller amount of anesthetic or drilling (sometimes even none at all) to […]
If you’re looking to improve the appearance of your smile, veneers may be an option for you. Veneers are a thin piece of porcelain that a dentist uses to create the look of your regular teeth. Veneers also give your existing teeth strength and resilience that the enamel your natural teeth may not have. They […]
There are multiple ways to make your teeth brighter and whiter. Some of them you can do at home with kits you buy over the counter, and some of them require a trip to the dentist. Dental clinics usually have access to chemicals and tools that can do a better job than the over-the-counter whitening […]
Dental checkups and cleanings once or twice a year are critical, whether you’ve had a dozen cavities or no cavities. These appointments serve many purposes, from catching certain oral diseases before they get worse, to oral cancer prevention, to a professional deep cleaning of your teeth. We can’t see everything going on in our mouths […]
Dental pain can be intense and sometimes even debilitating. Statistically, around 22% of people have experienced dental pain within the past six months, according to the American Family Physician. If you think about it, that statistic means that dental pain is actually quite common for many of us. But how do you know when it’s […]
If you regularly visit the dentist, you’ll know that at least once a year, you’ll have to get dental X-rays taken of your teeth, jaw, and entire mouth. These X-rays can help diagnose a number of problems and foresee potential issues and prevent them from happening. But what can dental X-rays actually catch? Issues X-Rays […]
As we get older, both time and the foods and drinks we consume have an effect on our teeth, particularly the color of the enamel. It fades from white to yellowish. Luckily, this can be reversed through teeth whitening. The most common teeth whitening products contain hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide, which are bleaches that […]
Laser dentistry has completely revolutionized the dental industry over the past years. It’s a way to provide pain-free, more accurate dental procedures on patients. Patients who are unaware of how laser dentistry works will want to know that their dentist knows how to use the tools and how to perform procedures with a laser. So what […]
Laser dentistry first started in the 60’s and has been developing every since. More and more dentists are starting to use lasers in their practices. Lasers act as a method of cutting or destroying tissue, in the case of dentistry they can cut into teeth, gum, and bone. Laser Dentistry Applications Remove tooth decay: lasers […]
Going to the dentist is a source of anxiety for many people. The drilling, scraping, and picking can be scary and sometimes painful. But thankfully there are types of dentistry that can be anxiety and pain free. Here at LB Dental, one of the main technologies we use is WaterLase. WaterLase is a type of laser that uses […]
Lasers can be used in the most common dental procedures. Here are some and how the laser works in these procedures: Cavities: Certain types of lasers can be used to perform an analysis of tooth decay, potentially predicting what teeth may be vulnerable to cavities in the future. And when there are cavities present, lasers […]
Choosing a dentist is not always an easy task. There are plenty of dental options in the Phoenix area, all of whom provide a unique dental service that fits their practice. This can make it difficult to identify the dentist that can be right for you and your family. While you should consider factors such […]
Having regular dental cleanings is very important to the overall health and wellness of your mouth and complete body. There are a variety of instances where regular, routine cleanings can help you prevent further damage or even stop life altering health conditions from taking place. Take a look below at a few of the reasons […]
When it comes to caring for your teeth, you want to know that you have the latest technology available to you and your family. It is important that the dental office you choose is one that offers quality dental services to help you get the most out of your dental care. Enter LB Dental. If you’re […]
If you’re noticing pain or tenderness in your jaw area, there could be an underlying reason for this problem. You may have what is called Temporomandibular Joint, also known as TMJ. What is TMJ and how do you know if that is the condition you’re dealing with? Dr. Bundalo and our friendly staff here at LB Dental can help […]
While dentists are very thorough in their visual exams and visual exams are necessary to good dental health, they don’t always depict what is happening inside the patient’s’ mouth. It can sometimes be difficult for the dentist to pinpoint the exact area of pain or concern, as some areas of the teeth and mouth cannot […]
Feeling pain anywhere in the body is never a good thing. It typically means there is something going on in that area and that is the bodies way of alerting you to something being off. When it comes to jaw pain, it could be a sign of different things going on ranging from a tooth […]
When you look at the conventional surgery that oral dentists or general dentists use, they are highly mechanical requiring different types of tools. When a patient looks at the tray, he or she will usually feel immediately scared because of the size of the tools. When a dentist stitches up a wound after an extraction, […]
There are many different ways to ensure that you have beautiful, white teeth. Most people might consider the do-it-yourself teeth whitening kits which can be found in stores. While some of these can be good quality, their results tend not to last very long. If you are looking for a cosmetic dental procedure that can […]
The daunting prospect of tooth extraction doesn’t have to be as frightening as it sounds. Alot of it comes down to trusting the dentist. Do they have experience in painless dentistry, and years of tooth extractions? Patients all around the Phoenix are come to LB Dental for services ranging from cosmetic to general dentistry. The concept […]
