(217) 546-3333Cosmetic Fillings and their Benefits
June 23, 2014
Cosmetic fillings are a more natural-looking alternative to the silver amalgam filling. They not only perform the basic function of filling a tooth, but also restore a person's teeth back to their natural look. Cosmetic fillings will have you teeth looking and feeling great.
Composite White
Composite white filling is made of a synthetic combination resin, which has a natural color to match your teeth. They are considered to be direct fillings, meaning they are done in one dental visit. This type of treatment is suitable for people whose teeth have very little decay and a small to medium cavity.
Cosmetics fillings are beneficial in that they are much more natural looking and can give you the confidence of a great smile. Using these types in place of silver amalgam also removes any possibility of mercury exposure that many believe to be harmful.
Dr. VanderMolen is your source for beautiful cosmetic fillings. For more information, contact Advanced Dental Care of Springfield at (217) 717-4551 to schedule a consultation.
Does Age Make a Difference in Receiving Dental Implant Therapy?
June 16, 2014
Losing your teeth is unfortunate enough, but then only finding a temporary solution to replace them, such as dentures can be disheartening. Fortunately, there are other techniquesavailable. Since the 1980’s dental implants have provided a more permanent replacement solution.
Dental implants are synthetic substitutes for tooth roots. Their role is to act as anchors for the replacements used to fill the gaps of missing teeth. Any dental implant can be used as a root for a single tooth or for many missing teeth. Replacing a tooth with a dental implantis the closest one can get to a natural tooth.
Age Doesn’t Matter
The great thing about dental implants is that age does not matter. Anyone can have a dental implant fitted, from a teenager to an octogenarian and beyond. As long as the recipient has the required health status to undergo the minor treatment involved, then age is not a handicap.
What are the Benefits of Dental Implants for people of all ages?
Dental Implants can:
• Reactivate your life, produce new confidence, and improved self-esteem.
• Offer a solid base for teeth that will look, feel, and act like natural teeth.
• Act as a support for a bridge, therefore taking away the need for a partial denture.
• Offer support for a denture that is usually removable therefore ensuring it is more comfortable and secure.
• Remove pain while in the process of chewing food with teeth that aren’t permanently fixed.
• Assist in the maintenance of bone structure and improve facial features.
• Permit you to eat what you really like as well as harder health giving foods such as fruit and vegetables.
Even a single tooth, missing over a period of time, can allow the rest of your teeth to become misaligned and take away your beautiful smile. Replacing one individual tooth with a single dental implant and its associated crown is a long-lasting solution. If a dental implant is not used, the two teeth on either side of the missing tooth must be adapted to anchor a bridge. Dental implants are a great development, as they take away the necessity to make any changes to natural, healthy teeth.
When many teeth are missing, a problem of support takes place as your jaw starts to weaken. Implants help to slow down that deterioration, as well as providing natural function and bite.
If you are worried about having dental implant therapy because of your age, call Dr. VanderMolen at (217) 717-4551 today, to make an appointment to discuss the procedure and its effect on your health and well-being.
Click here for more information on Implants and our other available services at Advanced Dental Care of Springfield.You can also attend one of our Free Dental Implant Seminars!
Cosmetic Dentistry: Recovery and After-Care
June 9, 2014
Recovery Process for Cosmetic Dental Procedures
Prior to beginning your cosmetic dentistry procedure, you may have some concerns regarding what the recovery process will be like for you. Deciding to have cosmetic procedures such as dental implants or dental veneers is an important decision to make, so it's imperative to have all the helpful information you need.
There is always some recovery process involved when it comes to making major adjustments to the mouth. Some cosmetic procedures will have little to no recovery time at all; porcelain dental veneers fall into this category. The only real concerns that you may face after having your veneers placed is those teeth may be a bit sensitive and you may have some gum tenderness.
More complex restorative dentistry procedures, like dental implants, require a bit of recovery time and aftercare to ensure your oral health stays optimum. You may have some soreness and swelling in the surrounding gums, as well as some additional tenderness at the implant site. Your dentist may prescribe medication for the pain, but more often than not, over-the-counter pain relievers are advised. Complete healing for dental implants can take up to six months.
No matter what cosmetic dentistry procedure, the most central part of the recovery process will always be good oral hygiene. Without proper brushing, flossing, and rinsing of teeth in the post-op period you'll be putting yourself at risk for procedure failure. Taking care of your oral health is taking care of your whole body. Remember to follow all after-care instructions given to your by your dentist, and call the office if you have any questions or concerns.
Advanced Dental Care of Springfield supports patients in their pursuit of a beautiful smile through cosmetic dentistry.Dr. VanderMolen is knowledgeable in a multitude of cosmetic procedures and is available for consultations. Call (217) 717-4551 and let Advanced Dental Care of Springfield help you develop the new smile you are looking for
Dentistry From The Heart 2014
June 5, 2014
Spreading Free Smiles Across Springfield
Dr. Matt VanderMolen will host Dentistry From The Heart – providing people with FREE DENTAL CARE on Friday, June 13th 2014 from 7:30am – 4:00pm.
Springfield, Illinois – June 13th, 2014 – Dr. Matt VanderMolen will host Advanced Dental Care of Springfield’s Fifth Annual Dentistry From The Heart (DFTH) event – providing a FREE day of dental care to more than 100 residents.
The line will begin as early as 5:00 p.m. the night before, with many prepared to camp out in order to receive free services. Dentistry From The Heart patients travel from across Central Illinois every year to Dr. VanderMolen’s Springfield dental practice for the annual free day of dentistry, happening on Friday, June 13th, 2014.
In 2001, Dentistry From The Heart started with New Port Richey dentist Dr. Vincent Monticciolo as a way to giving back to the community and provide aid to the growing number of Americans without dental insurance. Since its inception, Dentistry From The Heart has grown to include over 200 annual events worldwide and provided more than 80,000 people with free dental care services.
Annually, Dr. VanderMolen and his team of dentists, volunteers and sponsors provide the first 100+ patients with a free extraction, filling or cleaning. This is the fifth annual event for Dr. VanderMolen, who has donated tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of free dental care to more than 500 Illinois residents.
“It is our favorite day of the year at Advanced Dental Care,” said Dr. VanderMolen. “The services provided by Dentistry From The Heart helps more than just a patient’s teeth, it gives them a renewed reason to smile.”
Patients must be at least 18 years of age with a valid ID and cannot be pregnant.
The media is invited to join the legion of volunteers, patients and Dr. VanderMolen on Friday, June 13th, 2014 to spread free smiles across Springfield through Dentistry From The Heart located at Advanced Dental Care, 4701 W Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL 62711. For more information please visit www.dentistryfromtheheart.org. CONTACT: Steve (217) 717-4551 or: steve@SmileSpringfield.com.
Dentistry From The Heart is a registered non-profit organization that provides free dental work for people those in need. Every year, Dentistry From The Heart events contribute millions of dollars in free dentistry and help more than 80,000 patients across the United States and around the world. For more information, visit www.dentistryfromtheheart.org