What is “Cracked Tooth Syndrome”?
March 8, 2016
If a dentist says a crown is needed, does that mean it is cracked? If a tooth is cracked, does that mean a crown is needed? Dr Lance Timmerman explains
When I get a tooth pulled, can I wait to do a bone graft later?
February 17, 2016
Nobody wants to get a tooth pulled. When it MUST be done, replacing it needs to be considered. This often means that a bone graft is part of the discussion.
Can it wait to be done later, or must it be done right THEN? Dr Lance Timmerman explains
Why is the dentist charging me about $1000 to clean my teeth?
January 27, 2016
Patients often get confused, and it is understandable when so many dentists can’t agree with diagnosing or treating multiple issues. A common one: why is a teeth cleaning so expensive at one office and virtually nothing at another (insurance pays the entire thing)?
Dr Lance Timmerman explains.
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