It happens to most of us at one time or another: a tooth cavity. These days, cavities are more prevalent than ever, affecting 82 percent of U.S. adults by the time they’re 34. In fact, tooth decay — the condition that causes cavities — is the single most chronic childhood disease in the nation. Realities like these […]
It’s a common affliction for both children and adults: tooth decay. In fact, more than 90 percent of adults over the age of 20 and 78 percent of children ages 17 or younger have experienced a cavity in their lifetime. At the offices of DeVaney Dentistry, our team of skilled professionals focuses on prevention and […]
The teeth you were born with are not necessarily the teeth that you want. Teeth can be a point of anxiety for a lot of folks. According to the New York Post, around 7 of 10 Americans on average, feel insecure about their teeth. This means that over half of America has anxiety in some […]
What is dental phobia? Our life moves ahead with two distinctly paradoxical phenomena: the certainties and the uncertainties. When we are certain of how we govern our lives, we feel confident in our activities. And when we are uncertain, we are not so confident of our undertakings. Our health is one such aspect that comes […]
Not everyone needs their wisdom teeth removed. There are people who have adequate space and good hygiene practices that allow them to keep the 4 wisdom teeth without issue. In my wisdom teeth dentist practice, those patients are in the minority. After 2 plus decades of monitoring the dental health of my patients, most have or would […]
It is hard to tell what to do when you have fallen and chipped a tooth or have a bad toothache. You might not be in a lot of pain so you might think it’s no big deal. However, it could be a dental emergency, which you should take seriously! Dental emergencies are common, and it […]
There are many, many things that can go wrong with your teeth. Dental health is a complex issue, which is why choosing a dentist that you trust and getting checkups twice a year is so important. So here is a list of some common problems that we see as a Dentist Office with some causes […]
At the office of DeVaney Dentistry, one of the many ways we establish trusting partnerships with our patients is to provide a wealth of information on maintaining optimal dental health and beautiful smiles. Whatever your age may be, there’s no secret formula for maintaining a healthy smile. It’s simply a matter of establishing an effective oral hygiene routine, getting routine […]
IV Sedation Dentistry is a dental treatment adjunct where a combination of sedative and analgesic drugs are directly administered in the patient’s vein before starting dental treatment allowing the patient to relax and sleep for a painless dental procedure. This is also known as ‘Sleep Dentistry’ and is a recommended option for anyone with significant Dental Anxiety. IV […]
Imagine the difference… imagine kicking your smile up a notch from ordinary to extraordinary! It’s possible, thanks to today’s latest teeth whitening procedures. At the office of DeVaney Dentistry, we can transform your vision of a more attractive smile into a reality. We provide skilled and experienced care and are dedicated to helping every patient […]
