Today, we are honored to feature a patient’s dental implants before-and-after case. You’ll learn about his smile journey, including how we made his dental implants affordable. Why he needed dental implants Like most people with missing teeth: Our patient wasn’t happy with his inability to chew food comfortably or effectively. Over time, his teeth suffered ..read more

Dental procedures can be anxiety-inducing for many individuals, but when you opt for local anesthesia, you can alleviate discomfort and possibly some of that anxiety. In fact, whether you’re undergoing a routine dental filling or a more extensive procedure like a root canal or extraction, dental numbing can play a crucial role in ensuring you ..read more

When it comes to dental procedures, few evoke as much apprehension as root canals. This standard and safe dental treatment has been the subject of numerous misconceptions and concerns, often centered around the side effects. However, at Smile Ballard, we’d like to debunk the myths about root canal side effects and provide some expert insight ..read more

Do you lack confidence in your appearance? Do you wish you had a better smile? Well, you are not alone! Data shows that only half of all American adults are satisfied with their smiles. (Source: AACD…Open a new window to the AACD website…) On top of that, 92% of adults agree that an attractive smile ..read more

We’ve all heard the tips to cover up, wear sunscreen, and stay out of the sun. But why does it matter? And: Why should your dentist care? Well: Those tips help protect you from skin cancer – something even your dentist screens you for. Yes, they really do! And we’re here to talk about skin ..read more

Have you ever: …hidden your smile in photographs? …avoided a situation because you lack confidence in your appearance? …wondered what’s involved in designing your dream smile? …worried about asking your dentist about smile enhancements because of fear of expense or pain? If you’ve answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re not alone! According to [...] The post Smile Design: Know Your Options [Infographic] appeared first on Smile Ballard ..read more

Do you ever feel like your bite is uneven? Maybe you feel like one tooth touches before the others, or your teeth aren’t fully making contact on one side. If you do, you aren’t alone. An uneven bite is a common problem. A problem many people aren’t even aware they have until they develop pain [...] The post Why Does My Bite Feel Uneven? appeared first on Smile Ballard ..read more

Today, we’re going to address the question: Do I have to see a dental specialist? Many patients don’t like the idea of seeing a dental specialist because it means another dentist, appointment, bill, insurance claim, and so on. It may even stress you out if you suffer from dental anxiety or fear. That’s why you’ll [...] The post Do You Have to See a Dental Specialist? (True Story) appeared first on Smile Ballard ..read more

Today, we have the honor of featuring a real patient’s dental implants before-and-after case. You’ll learn about his smile journey, including how we made dental implants affordable for him. Why he needed dental implants Like most people with missing teeth: Our patient wasn’t happy with his inability to chew food comfortably or effectively. And over [...] The post Interested in Dental Implants? Hear This Patient’s Story! appeared first on Smile Ballard ..read more

Thinking about straightening your teeth? What’s your reason? If you’re like most: You want to improve your smile’s appearance. But did you also know: Straightening your teeth can offer health benefits? In this quick case study, we’ll take a look at a real patient of Dr. Dominick Curalli. This patient chose to straighten his teeth [...] The post Check Out This Invisalign Before and After Transformation appeared first on Smile Ballard ..read more