WellSmiles Dental at Greenway Blog

Dental implants can provide a long-term solution for replacing missing teeth, but their longevity depends on more than simply how well you care for your smile. Your oral health, daily habits, and the materials used to make your implants can all play a role in how long your replacement teeth last.

Understanding what makes up a dental implant can help you better understand your treatment and why material selection… (Read More)

For much of human history, a severely damaged tooth came with a fairly simple solution: remove it. Without modern restorative dentistry, saving a tooth that was badly decayed, broken, or weakened was often impossible. Thankfully, dentistry has evolved considerably. Today, dental crowns can strengthen and protect compromised teeth while allowing patients to keep their natural smiles for years.

The story of the dental crown is surprisingly old, and its… (Read More)

Choosing a dental practice that’s willing to accept your dental insurance plan can go a long way toward helping you save money on important treatments. However, some dentists may be in-network with your plan while others may be out-of-network. In order to make the best decision for your smile and your wallet, it’s important to make sure that you fully understand the difference between in-network and out-of-network dentists.  

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Whether you’ve recently started a new job or you’re considering changing your dental insurance plan during open enrollment, it’s not uncommon to feel a little overwhelmed. After all, unlike medical or auto plans, when it comes to protecting your smile, dental coverage does things a little differently. Here’s a closer look at what you should know when picking a new policy, so you can make the best choice for you… (Read More)

For many people, scheduling a dental appointment can feel emotionally overwhelming. Maybe it’s been years since your last visit, or perhaps you’re worried about stained teeth, cavities, bad breath, or other dental concerns. Some patients even avoid the dentist entirely because they fear being judged for the condition of their smile.

The truth is that dentists and dental teams are not there to criticize you. Their goal is to… (Read More)

A bright, white smile is often associated with health and vitality, and it’s natural to feel more confident when your teeth look their best. But tooth color alone is not a reliable indicator of oral health. Teeth naturally vary in shade, and even healthy teeth may have a slightly yellow or off-white hue.

Focusing only on whiteness can sometimes mask underlying dental problems or lead to unnecessary cosmetic treatments that… (Read More)

Dental implants are the best tooth replacement option available today! Thanks to their ability to replace the roots of the missing teeth, they allow for all sorts of exciting benefits, including a success rate of over 95%! However, to achieve this, patients need to undergo a multi-step process, including a brief surgical procedure. Continue reading to learn why getting dental implants is nothing to worry about!

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If your upper teeth are crowded, gapped, or slightly crooked while your bottom teeth look perfectly fine, it’s natural to wonder whether you really need Invisalign on both arches. The short answer is yes, it’s possible to get Invisalign on only your top teeth—but it’s not always the best solution for every smile.

Understanding when top-only Invisalign works and what risks may come with it can help you make… (Read More)