When you are missing one or more teeth, your ability to eat a variety of foods is impacted, which can significantly reduce your options. Dental implants restore your ability to eat most foods because they are inserted into the jawbone, which means they function like natural teeth. However, it’s important to note that this is…
Today, we’re diving into one of the most frequently asked questions about dental veneers: Are they permanent? Many people consider getting veneers to achieve their dream smile but hesitate due to uncertainty about their longevity and maintenance. This blog aims to shed light on what “permanent” means in the context of dental veneers, how long…
Your teeth play a critical role in your oral and overall health. First of all, they help you chew/digest food and help you speak clearly and support your facial shape. In addition, healthy teeth improve your confidence- which impacts your relationships, careers, social interactions, and more. Unfortunately, one of the biggest functional dental issues is…
According to dental experts, approximately 50% of the population is missing at least one tooth. Many are missing most or all of their teeth. This may be due to genetics, poor oral hygiene habits, lifestyle habits, lack of access to quality dental care, and so much more. Missing teeth can cause a variety of oral…
Restorative dentistry is an area of dentistry that is focused on restoring damaged or replacing missing teeth to improve oral health and function. Most dental insurance providers will cover restorative procedures, but not cosmetic procedures. This is because restorative procedures involve the functionality of teeth. At Rainier Ave Dental, one of our most popular restorative…
If you are among the millions of Americans that are missing most or all of their teeth, you may be looking for a solution. For many years, the primary solution has been conventional dentures. However, while they can be effective, they come with a variety of issues. Dental implants, on the other hand, address these…
Research shows that nearly everyone has some type of malocclusion, or teeth misalignment. While many people choose to live with theirs, many others feel the need to resolve theirs due to aesthetic and functionality issues. Rainier Ave Dental offers two options for treating malocclusions: traditional metal braces or Invisalign clear aligners. In this article, we’ll…
Statistics show that there are millions of Americans that are missing most or all of their teeth. This condition is known as edentulism. There are two types of edentulism: Partial: still have some remaining natural teeth Complete: no remaining natural teeth Tooth loss can be caused by several factors. Some of the most common ones…
Research shows that nearly everyone in the world has some level of malocclusion. In some cases, it is so mild that it’s not noticeable. However, sometimes, it can lead to a variety of oral and overall health issues. In this case, it requires some attention. For many years, the primary treatment option was traditional braces.…
Invisalign: Before and After Malocclusion, or misaligned teeth, is one of the most common dental issues we see at Rainier Ave Dental. In fact, nearly everyone in the world has some type of malocclusion, which can be solved with orthodontic treatment. Here is what you need to know about Invisalign before and after. Most people…
Are Dental Implants Painful? Tooth loss is one of the most common issues we encounter in our adult patients at Rainier Ave Dental in Seattle. In fact, research shows that almost 200 million patients are missing at least one tooth, and some are completely edentulous- which means they are missing all of their natural teeth.…
For more than 30 years, dental professionals have been using dental implants in tooth replacements. This is one of the most popular tooth replacement options following tooth loss or extraction. In fact, more than 5 million implants are placed each year. Dental implants are just one of the options for tooth replacement that we offer…