The trend in modern dentistry, as in much of modern medicine, is towards increasing the volume of patients seen. Having a high-volume practice helps dentists remain profitable despite the constantly shrinking compensation rates provided by dental insurance. Unfortunately, when dentists spend less time with patients, the care they deliver can suffer. At Doolin Haddad [...]
If you have broken or damaged teeth and don’t feel confident in your smile, you might not be sure whether you need reconstructive or cosmetic dentistry. At Rochester Advanced Dentistry, we offer both cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry options to help patients get the care they need. So how do you know if [...]
A chipped tooth is an unpleasant surprise. It can not only be painful and embarrassing, it can really shake you up. After all, you thought your teeth were so strong and healthy–they shouldn’t be breaking like that. At Rochester Advanced Dentistry, we understand that the moment can be very stressful, but it’s [...]
Has a dentist told you that you clench your teeth at night? Ever wonder why your dentist is making these claims but you have never noticed any symptoms or been told by your significant other that you do so? Did they recommend a "night guard” or “occlusal guard” that you didn’t think you [...]
If you are looking for tooth-colored fillings, we offer two options: composite fillings and ceramic fillings. Ceramic fillings are more durable than composite fillings. Now a new study highlights another potential weakness of composite fillings: vulnerability to acidic beverages. The study shows that it’s important to avoid drinking too many acidic beverages [...]
