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Teeth with Ancient Origins: How Dental Implants Evolved Over Time

April 18, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 9:14 am
A photo highlighting a young woman’s dental implant

Dental implants now represent the gold standard of tooth replacement, as they fuse with your jaw and look highly natural. Still, these substitute teeth didn’t start out with such qualities. The truth is that dental implants evolved over time – from humble origins in the distant past – to reach their present form. Their many changes helped them become the replacement teeth they are today! If you want to learn more, here’s a look at how implants started, how they changed, and what they’re like now.

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Refreshing Faces: Why Are More Men Getting Botox?

March 11, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 5:43 pm
Man with brown hair receiving Botox injection between his eyebrows

Most people are familiar with Botox and know that it can reduce the appearance of wrinkles. However, are you aware that your dentist may be licensed to administer it in this capacity? It may come as a surprise to learn that the same person who cares for your teeth can cosmetically enhance your appearance. It’s not as uncommon as you might think, though, because they are already trained to use it to treat certain dental issues, like bruxism (teeth grinding) and temporomandibular joint disorders. Many providers are happy to extend their services one step further to help address fine lines in your face.

Historically, Botox has been more popular with women who long to look younger but in recent years, it’s been gaining traction with men, too. Keep reading to learn why!

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Dental Implant Inquiries: 3 Post-Op FAQs

February 12, 2024

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 2:34 pm
Someone holding a question mark next to a large model tooth

Many experts consider dental implants to be the ideal way to replace missing teeth because they offer unique advantages over other options. They’re the only restoration that is surgically inserted into your jaw for stability, which also keeps your jawbone active and healthy. While this procedure is known to be incredibly successful, there are still potential complications that can develop during recovery.

It’s important to care for yourself properly until your mouth is fully mended. Keep reading to learn 3 common questions patients have after their appointment and their solutions so you can avoid post-op problems!

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BOTOX Breakthroughs: The Many Uses of Botulinum Toxin

December 15, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 4:22 pm
A woman smiling after her BOTOX treatment

If there’s one treatment that has made its brand synonymous with beauty, it’s BOTOX. Best known for its ability to remove wrinkles and restore a youthful complexion, BOTOX actually has many more uses! If you’re curious to know what else this strange and wonderful product can do, continue reading.

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Late, But Not Lost: Can Dental Implants Be Successful After Years of Tooth Loss?

November 17, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 5:37 pm
A man smiling at the dentist after getting his new dental implants

Life can sometimes seem like a juggling act where you’re always tossing your responsibilities around. In all the chaos, the urgency of replacing missing teeth can sometimes take a back seat. However, as time passes, the question becomes: Is it too late? Can you wait too long to replace missing teeth with dental implants?

If you want to find the answer to this conundrum, continue reading. You’ll learn more about dental implants and how your timeline affects the treatment.

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I Have Laugh Lines: Can Dermal Fillers Help?

October 2, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 7:55 pm
a closeup of a woman with laugh lines

Have you looked in your bathroom mirror lately and noticed that your face just doesn’t seem to look as young as it used to? Father Time isn’t always kind, and sometimes wrinkles and laugh lines can appear on our faces that age us greatly! Fortunately, there are all sorts of ways to counter our body’s natural aging process, and one such method involves using dermal fillers to address laugh lines. Continue reading below to learn a little more about laugh lines and how dermal fillers offer an excellent solution for restoring your face’s youthful look!

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Understanding BOTOX vs. Dermal Fillers: What Sets Them Apart?

September 15, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 12:59 pm
A man receiving BOTOX injections

For the uninitiated of the facial fillers world, BOTOX and dermal fillers may seem like the exact same treatment. After all, won’t both of them give you a more youthful appearance? That’s true, but there are key differences that could influence your decision to choose one over the other in different situations.

If you’re having a hard time deciding between the two, continue reading. Below are some facts and considerations you may need to keep in mind.

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From Toxin to Treatment: The History of Botox

August 18, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 7:05 pm
A young-looking woman surrounded by her older face in mirrors

On the quest to turn back the hands of time and maintain a youthful appearance, few treatments have gained as much popularity as Botox. Yet, behind its now-famed status in the world of cosmetic enhancements lies a surprising history.

Read on to take a journey through time into the intriguing origins and evolution of Botox, a brand that has become synonymous with ageless beauty for millions of people worldwide.

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Can BOTOX Fix Facial Scars?

July 17, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 6:32 pm
View of woman's face with eyes closed while white gloved hands inject BOTOX

You may already have heard of BOTOX in conversations about plastic surgery because it is often used to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It can have many other uses, too. For example, have you undergone surgery or endured an accident that has left you with facial scars? These marks often leave people feeling frustrated or self-conscious. Fortunately, in some cases BOTOX can help! Keep reading to learn the novel new ways BOTOX is being used to address concerns above and beyond crow’s feet and laugh lines.

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Can Your Dental Insurance Help Pay for Dental Implants?

June 14, 2023

Filed under: Uncategorized — belldentalky @ 12:54 pm
The words “Dental Insurance” being underlined with marker

Dental insurance can go a long way toward making a variety of procedures more affordable. So if you plan on having dental implants placed, your natural thought will be to use your insurance plan to help pay for the treatment. But are implants covered by dental insurance? The question is simple, but there’s a bit more to the answer than you might think.

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