One of the most common cosmetic dental concerns is tooth alignment. In fact, almost everyone has some type of malocclusion. For many years, the primary option for treating these issues was traditional metal braces. Unfortunately, these were not aesthetically pleasing and could be uncomfortable, so many patients simply ignored their misalignment- which led to additional…
Dental veneers and dental crowns are two popular dental procedures used to improve the appearance of damaged teeth. However, veneers are typically used for the upper front 6 to 8 teeth, while crowns can be used on both front and back teeth. Additionally, crowns are used not only to restore the appearance of a tooth…
If asked, most people would agree that they’d like to change something about their appearance. In most cases, it is something to do with their smile. Dental veneers were introduced in the 1920s by a Hollywood dentist as a way to temporarily improve the smiles of performers on stage. In the 1960s, technology advanced to…
Dental Veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic tooth restorations offered at 5th and Olive Dental in Seattle. Veneers are thin shells that are placed over cracked, broken, discolored teeth to restore their appearance. In this article, we’ll explain the benefits and life expectancy of veneers, as well as what impacts the life expectancy…
