CEREC stands for “Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics.” The “chairside” refers to the dentist’s chair. What is CEREC? Dental practices with CEREC technology have a state-of-the-art milling machine that fabricates tooth restorations CEREC dentists use CAD/CAM software to create custom crowns that fit perfectly CEREC crowns are designed, manufactured, and placed in the same […]
Dental Implants: Change Your Life In 4 Steps
Healthy teeth that work as nature intended are vital for a high quality of life and overall health. That’s what makes dental implants, like those available at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise, such a major step forward. Dental implants are titanium posts that are inserted into the jaw. The implant is, in effect, a replacement […]
Are Dental Implants An Option If I Have Receding Gums?
Dental implants have a remarkably high success rate, but the success of the implant depents on many variables. While most people are good candidates for an implant, like those at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise, sometimes other steps are needed first. A key determination is whether the patient has enough healthy bone to support the […]
Implants vs. Bridges: Know The Facts
In this blog post from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise we’re going to talk about dental bridges, and how they stack up against dental implants. While dental bridges have restored smiles for generations, they are not without drawbacks. One is keeping them clean. Many people find it all but impossible to keep the small areas around […]
Bridging The Gap
Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise attractive teeth? At Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise we can fill the gap with a dental bridge, and help you get back your sensational smile! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth. A bridge not only restores your […]
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
Looking into how much dental implants cost and getting an easy answer can be frustrating. But there is a reason for that. I’m Dr. Lynn R. Blaisdell. Thanks for stopping to read my blog. I know it can be confusing to research the cost of getting a dental implant and finding nothing solid online. Let […]