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Jordan J. Balvich, DMD, PC
Appointments: (219) 866-8110
Jordan Balvich D.M.D.
Jordan J. Balvich, DMD, PC
129 N Van Rensselaer St PO Box 27
Rensselaer, IN 47978
For comfortable dental hygiene treatment in the Rensselaer, Indiana area, Dr. Jordan Balvich is known for having a gentle touch. The friendly team at Jordan J. Balvich, DMD, PC provides teeth cleaning for a whiter smile.
Maintaining good dental hygiene is the foundation for healthy teeth and gums. We're committed to helping you have a lifetime of oral health.
Jordan J. Balvich, DMD, PC practices the highest infection control standards to protect our patients and ourselves. In the Rensselaer, IN area, Dr. Jordan Balvich and his staff strictly observe all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. All instruments are cleaned, disinfected and routinely sterilized as recommended by the American Dental Association and the Centers for Disease Control. Whenever possible, disposable, single-use items are used to ensure your safety.
If you suffer from dental anxiety in the Rensselaer area, Dr. Balvich can help. We offer several options that can make your dental treatments pleasant and stress-free. Our team at Jordan J. Balvich, DMD, PC is trained to help you feel comfortable. You'll be able to feel relaxed while receiving the friendly, professional oral care you deserve.
The friendly, caring staff of Jordan J. Balvich, DMD, PC in the Rensselaer, Indiana area strive to make you feel comfortable and well-cared for at your dentist appointment. Jordan Balvich, D.M.D. is committed to serving you and your family's dental needs, year after year. Come and see what we have to offer in a professional setting where top-notch customer service still matters.
Did you know that trusted Rensselaer area TMJ/TMD dentist Jordan Balvich, D.M.D. offers treatment for jaw pain relief? If you're experiencing discomfort when you move your jaw, or you hear clicking and popping when you chew, we want to help.
Our friendly team is happy to answer questions. There's no need to continue to live with pain. Relief is just a phone call away.
Stephen R. Thies, D.D.S
Appointments: (515) 276-0202
Stephen Thies D.D.S.
Stephen R. Thies, D.D.S
7506 Hickman Road
Des Moines, IA 50324
For comfortable dental hygiene treatment in the Des Moines, Iowa area, Dr. Stephen Thies is known for having a gentle touch. The friendly team at Stephen R. Thies, D.D.S provides teeth cleaning for a whiter smile.
Maintaining good dental hygiene is the foundation for healthy teeth and gums. We're committed to helping you have a lifetime of oral health.
Dr. Stephen Thies is known for providing comfortable tooth cleaning in the Des Moines, Iowa area. The friendly team at Stephen R. Thies, D.D.S provides dental hygiene treatments with a gentle touch.
Good dental hygiene is a necessity for healthy teeth and gums. We're committed to helping you maintain life-long oral health.
Dr. Stephen Thies at his Des Moines area cosmetic dentistry practice offers extensive experience restoring your dental implant crown.
Our dedicated team uses state-of-the-art materials and techniques for stability and longevity. You'll enjoy the comfort and confidence of natural-looking teeth.
In order to maintain your oral health, it's important to schedule regular dental check-ups. Don't wait until something is wrong to make an appointment with Des Moines area dentist Dr. Stephen Thies. At Stephen R. Thies, D.D.S, we provide comfortable and thorough checkups. By catching and correcting a potential dental problem early, Dr. Thies can save you vast amounts of time, discomfort, and expense.
Dr. Stephen Thies can improve the entire health of your mouth with a non-removable bridge. That will keep your surrounding teeth in position and help maintain the structure of your face and jaw.
Come visit Stephen R. Thies, D.D.S in the Des Moines, IA area. See what we can do to improve your appearance and oral health!
Invisalign by Dr. Paul Black
Appointments: (563) 359-8271
Paul Black D.D.S.
Invisalign by Dr. Paul Black
2525 Kimberly Road Suite 3
Bettendorf, IA 52722
If you're an adult wondering how to get started with nearly invisible Six Month Smiles® in the Bettendorf area, Dr. Black will be happy to help. We encourage you to ask all the questions you have about how clear braces can straighten your teeth or close gaps in teeth that make you feel uncomfortable.
Our goal is to design an individual treatment plan for your situation. You'll enjoy the fast results, and the new confidence you'll feel with a bright, healthy smile.
Paul Black, D.D.S. is proud to be the Bettendorf area braces dentist providing orthodontics especially for adults and their unique concerns. He knows that for many adults, maintaining a professional appearance during the process is of utmost importance.
He has many options for braces that are nearly invisible, yet produce amazing results. At your convenience, you can discuss a personal plan that will help you have your perfect smile.
Invisalign by Dr. Paul Black is a trusted Bettendorf area NTI-tss plus provider. Our highly-trained team fit you with a custom bite guard designed to relieve headaches and migraines caused by jaw clenching during sleep.
Each person is unique. Our experienced team will provide you with the individualized care you deserve for your situation.
For natural-looking prosthodontics, Bettendorf area dentures dentist Paul Black, D.D.S. has extensive experience. Our team uses quality materials and current techniques to deliver the results you want.
We'll assess your situation and design a treatment plan to replace your missing teeth. You'll be able to smile again with confidence and ease.
Would you like your smile to be a bit brighter than it is right now? We can make it happen at Invisalign by Dr. Paul Black, with professional tooth whitening for brighter natural looking teeth. Dr. Paul Black's Bettendorf, IA area office can effectively lighten your stained or discolored tooth enamel. Whiter teeth not only look great, they improve your self-confidence.
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Do I Need an Extreme Makeover? Why Do My Dental Crowns Look Fake?
The most common complaint associated with crowns is that they look "opaque," "lifeless," and "fake" compared to natural teeth. Do you need an expensive dental makeover to solve the problem? No!
The appearance of a crown is affected by many factors, but ultimately, the final result is determined by how the crown reacts with light. Natural teeth have a high degree of translucency, which means a certain amount of light passes through the tooth. The result of this is that the tooth appears to have depth and vitality.
Porcelain Dental Crowns With a Metal Substructure
Traditionally, crowns are made of two materials:
- porcelain, which gives it the tooth-colored appearance
- metal substructure, which gives the crown its strength
Generally, it is this type of crown that can appear opaque. The reason for this is that while porcelain is very translucent and lets light travel easily through it, no light can pass through the underlying metal. In order to prevent the metal color from showing through the porcelain, which would make the crown seem dark or gray, the metal has to be "masked out" with an opaquing material. It is this masking or opaquing that can affect the final appearance, giving rise to the opaque or lifeless look.
Do All Porcelain Crowns With a Metal Substructure Appear Lifeless?
The answer is no. One thing that can be done to improve the appearance is to remove the metal margin that goes around the crown. By keeping the metal inside the crown and having porcelain at the junction between the crown and the tooth, the "black line" appearance at the gum line can be eliminated, thereby increasing the translucency in this area. It also is necessary to have an adequate thickness of porcelain over the metal substructure. If the metal that has been masked out is too close to the outer surface of the crown, the appearance of depth is lost. What it mostly comes down to, however, is the skill level and artistry of the technician who is making the crown. When done correctly, porcelain crowns with a metal substructure can give you the best of both worlds without the expense of an extreme makeover. They can be made to exactly match your other teeth while still appearing lifelike, and since there is metal in it, they have increased strength.
Dental Crowns
Today, there are dental crowns available that do not require a metal substructure and are made of only porcelain. Depending on the specific type, they get their strength either from the bond to the remaining tooth structure or from a dense tooth colored substructure. Since there is no metal, these types of dental crowns allow more light to pass through, which enables them to have more depth and vitality, much like natural teeth. So why isn't this type of crown used all the time? The main reason is that they are not as strong as crowns with a metal substructure. So, if a person grinds their teeth, these crowns have a greater risk of fracture. Another reason why an all-ceramic dental crown cannot be used in all situations is if the underlying tooth structure itself is dark. Very dark teeth are difficult to mask with these types of crowns because of their translucency. In these instances, the dark color may show through the crown. So, for situations where a lot of force will be placed on the teeth (such as grinding habits) or if a tooth is really dark, a well-made porcelain crown with a metal substructure may be a better restoration.
By Greggory Kinzer, DDS, MSD
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Cosmetic Dentistry Corrections: Bleaching, Bonding and Dental Veneers
Maybe you've thought about cosmetic dentistry, but felt it was a little vain to consider it. Or the appearance of your teeth never bothered you much, because your dental health is pretty good.
Well, like it or not, "cosmetic" is more than skin deep. Most people form biases about others based on appearance. And, one of the critical factors in such judgments, is the teeth.
Because new cosmetic dental techniques give your dentist the means to fine-tune virtually anyone's teeth, most people need not go without the advantage of a white bright smile. Consider the options.
Teeth bleaching is a simple, inexpensive way to lighten stains and discoloration on certain teeth, front teeth are the more obvious candidates, without altering the natural structure of enamel. If you've had a root canal procedure, there may be some darkening. Some people suffer staining from medications, like tetracycline. And teeth naturally change as we age, or if we indulge in too much coffee, tea or smoking.
In any case, whiter teeth can be achieved with external or internal bleaching. The most common treatment involves cleaning the teeth thoroughly, applying a bleaching solution, and then curing it with a gentle heat source. The procedure takes just 30 to 45 minutes. After three to five sessions, you, and everyone else, will really notice the difference.
Cosmetic corrections for gaps, misshapen or chipped teeth are achieved with tooth bonding. New dental bonding materials can work wonders using a little art, and lots of science. Your cosmetic dentist can literally sculpt tooth form, or replace a gold crown with natural-colored restorations. The result is stronger than ever and makes a dramatic impact on your appearance.
Dental veneers are an option too, for teeth that need lengthening or reshaping. Veneers cover the front of a tooth entirely and work especially well where there is less stress on the teeth involved. Veneers are a durable, beautiful solution to dental imperfections.
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