Dental anxiety affects millions of Americans. For some people it’s so strong that they avoid going to the dentist altogether. That might seem rational enough: why do something when you know it’s going to upset you? The problem with that, of course, is that...
Many of our patients don’t particularly care for having their teeth cleaned. We get that. It isn’t much fun having your teeth and gums poked, prodded, and scraped. But the cleanings at Summer Dental in Las Vegas are painless, and the benefits far outweigh...
A perfect smile and straight teeth look great, but there is more to healthy teeth than just appearance. At Summer Dental in Las Vegas, we offer both clear and metal braces to help our patients achieve a perfect bite. The simple truth is that almost no one is born with...
When it comes to teeth, there are a lot of myths that too many people think are true. The team of dentists and hygienists at Summer Hill Dental in Las Vegas would like to dispel a few of them. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth We all know that sugar increases our...
Our teeth have many important functions. Aside from the obvious ones, have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to shrink. This can be an issue when the team at Summer Dental in...
When a tooth is threatened by acute decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an injury, a skilled dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is usually the only...
Healthy teeth are important at every age. At Summer Dental in Las Vegas, we provide pediatric dentistry, and advise parents to start bringing their kids in to see us as soon as their teeth begin coming in. Children’s teeth face many of the same issues that adult...
If you’ve had years of dental problems or are embarrassed by your teeth, Summer Dental in Las Vegas can help you find the restoration procedure right for you. You could be a candidate for dentures or dental implants. Dentures are removable replacements for...
Have you been considering improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry, but think you can’t fit it into your hectic schedule? Let Summer Dental in Las Vegas put your mind at ease. Cosmetic dentistry is quicker than you think. Some procedures can be done in just...
Visiting Summer Dental in Las Vegas for twice-yearly checkups and teeth cleaning can seem like a chore at times. But you may benefit in ways you never anticipated. A recent study shows that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two...
