I’m Brian McKay DDS of Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle. My patients often ask me if chewing xylitol gum is an effective substitute for tooth brushing and regular dental exams. Before I answer that question, let me tell you a little bit about xylitol: Xylitol is a natural sweetener that was first […]
4 Smile Boosters
Hi, my name is dentist Brian McKay. My dental practice, Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry, has been serving the Seattle, WA area since 1997. Today in my Seattle dental blog, I would like to highlight four ways you can improve your smile. 1. Teeth Whitening is quick and non-invasive. External tooth whitening occurs when […]
Creating Memorable Smiles At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry
A smile takes but a moment, but the memory of it lasts forever. You can make your smile memorable and beautiful with a smile makeover at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle. Cosmetic dentistry is a broad term that specifies dentistry with an emphasis on aesthetics. Bellevue and Kirkland cosmetic dentists perform general […]
Dental Crowns At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry In Seattle
Dental crowns have been used in dentistry for over 2000 years. There is evidence that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., they began using gold crowns to construct artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them […]
Cosmetic Dentistry vs. General Dentistry
Today’s article explains how general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry are different. General dentists are dedicated to preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, let’s say, a cavity between two teeth, a general dentist will establish the best way to restore the tooth involved. Cosmetic dentists offer elective dental […]
Sleep Dentistry At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry
Dental visits can be extremely stressful and for some WA residents, the fear and anxiety associated with a trip to the dentist prevents them from getting the care they need. At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry we provide the best oral sedation dentistry available. We will accommodate your needs with minimal, moderate, or deep […]