You may be a candidate for adult orthodontics if you have teeth that are overcrowded, crooked, overlapping, or that have gaps between them. You may also be a candidate for adult orthodontics if you have a malocclusion such as overbite, underbite, or crossbite.

However, each type of orthodontic treatment has its own set of criteria. For example, candidates for Invisalign can be limited if their teeth are too rotated, don’t fit into the aligners, or if their midline is too uneven. Because of this, one specific type of orthodontic treatment may be recommended over the others in specific cases.

To find out if you are an ideal candidate for adult orthodontics and which orthodontic option is the best for your smile, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kim today!

Candidates for Invisalign aligners are individuals who have crooked, over crowded, or gapped teeth, and/or individuals who have a crossbite, underbite, or overbite. Ideal candidates for Invisalign are looking for a discreet orthodontic treatment to address these issues. To find out if Invisalign can help improve your smile, schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kim today!

Candidates for Invisalign aligners are individuals who have crooked, over crowded, or gapped teeth, and/or individuals who have a crossbite, underbite, or overbite. Ideal candidates for Invisalign are looking for a discreet orthodontic treatment to address these issues. To find out if Invisalign can help improve your smile, schedule a free consultation with Dr. Kim today!

Ideal candidates for dental sedation are individuals who have dental anxiety, an active gag reflex, trouble sitting still for long periods of time, or who are undergoing an invasive dental procedure.

However, dental sedation does have some limitations and may not be ideal for everyone. Certain medical conditions, allergies, and medications can increase the risk of dental sedation. Because of this, a thorough consultation will be conducted by Dr. Kim prior to administering any form of dental sedation.

To find out if dental sedation is a safe and effective option for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Paul H. Kim at Dream Dental today!

Dental implants are made of three connected parts: the implant, abutment, and dental prosthesis. The implant is the part that is embedded into the jawbone and is made of a titanium screw. The abutment, also made from titanium, serves as the connector piece between the implant and the dental prosthesis. The dental prosthesis is the visible part of the dental implant and is either a dental crown, bridge, or denture made of ceramic, porcelain, or zirconia.

Dental implants are made of three connected parts: the implant, abutment, and dental prosthesis. The implant is the part that is embedded into the jawbone and is made of a titanium screw. The abutment, also made from titanium, serves as the connector piece between the implant and the dental prosthesis. The dental prosthesis is the visible part of the dental implant and is either a dental crown, bridge, or denture made of ceramic, porcelain, or zirconia.

The length of your orthodontic treatment will depend upon the severity of your case at the beginning. In the case of Invisalign, it will also depend upon whether or not you wear your aligners as directed. For individuals using metal or ceramic braces, the average treatment length is about 1 to 3 years and for Invisalign the average is about 12 to 18 months.

It is important to note that the average treatment time for traditional braces is slightly longer because traditional braces can treat more severe cases of misalignment and malocclusion than Invisalign can. The average orthodontic treatment time, no matter what the method, is usually only about 1-2 years.

Dental implants provide one of the most permanent restoration solutions for missing teeth. Most dental implants can last for around 10 years. However some are able to last longer than that. The longevity of your dental implants will depend on a number of factors including the type of implant, the dental prosthesis attached, your treatment plan, and your oral health.

To extend the longevity of your dental implants, you will want to properly maintain them. Part of this is simply keeping up with your dental routine of brushing twice daily, flossing once daily, and visiting dental office at least once every six months for your dental checkup and professional teeth cleaning. Another part of properly maintaining your dental implants deals with avoiding potentially damaging habits such as smoking, teeth grinding, or chewing hard candies.

Invisalign aligners work by exerting a certain amount of pressure on your teeth in order to move them into the correct alignment. During Invisalign treatment, you will go through a series of aligners with each aligner being fitted for a particular part of your treatment. Most aligners are worn for 2-3 week increments. These aligners must be worn for at least 22 hours a day and will only be removed when eating, brushing, or flossing.

To determine your treatment plan, Dr. Kim will scan your teeth with an electric scanner to obtain information used to fabricate your custom aligners. This information will also be used with Invisalign’s software to map out your treatment plan. Before beginning your treatment, Dr. Kim will be able to show you the predicted results and give you an idea of how long your treatment will last.

For some treatment plans, special attachments may be used to obtain the best results. These attachments are small shapes that are attached to your teeth. They are used to apply a concentrated amount of force on a particular area, much like traditional braces but without the need for metal brackets. Because of their size and the fact that they are tooth-colored, they are hardly noticeable.

Invisalign aligners work by exerting a certain amount of pressure on your teeth in order to move them into the correct alignment. During Invisalign treatment, you will go through a series of aligners with each aligner being fitted for a particular part of your treatment. Most aligners are worn for 2-3 week increments. These aligners must be worn for at least 22 hours a day and will only be removed when eating, brushing, or flossing.

To determine your treatment plan, Dr. Kim will scan your teeth with an electric scanner to obtain information used to fabricate your custom aligners. This information will also be used with Invisalign’s software to map out your treatment plan. Before beginning your treatment, Dr. Kim will be able to show you the predicted results and give you an idea of how long your treatment will last.

For some treatment plans, special attachments may be used to obtain the best results. These attachments are small shapes that are attached to your teeth. They are used to apply a concentrated amount of force on a particular area, much like traditional braces but without the need for metal brackets. Because of their size and the fact that they are tooth-colored, they are hardly noticeable.

Dental implants provide one of the most permanent restoration solutions for missing teeth. Most dental implants can last for around 10 years. However some are able to last longer than that. The longevity of your dental implants will depend on a number of factors including the type of implant, the dental prosthesis attached, your treatment plan, and your oral health.

To extend the longevity of your dental implants, you will want to properly maintain them. Part of this is simply keeping up with your dental routine of brushing twice daily, flossing once daily, and visiting dental office at least once every six months for your dental checkup and professional teeth cleaning. Another part of properly maintaining your dental implants deals with avoiding potentially damaging habits such as smoking, teeth grinding, or chewing hard candies.

Before your dental sedation appointment, Dr. Kim will discuss the specific preparations you will need to follow depending on the type of dental sedation you are planning to have. You will likely be asked to fast for a designated amount of time before your appointment. Oral sedation will require you to fast for at least 6 hours and IV sedation usually requires an 8 hour fast. If you are not sure which sedation method you will end up using, you will likely be asked to fast for the longest time span.

With oral sedation, you will also be given instructions on when to take the oral medication. In some cases, the medication is only needed the morning of your appointment, but in other cases it may also be needed the night before. If you are taking the medication the night before or before arriving at our office, you will need to find a driver to bring you to and from your appointment because you will not be able to drive safely.

IV sedation also requires that you have a driver to take you home afterwards. Additionally, you may need to avoid taking certain medications the morning of your procedure. Since IV sedation requires an 8 hour fast, most procedures using IV sedation are scheduled for the morning to make the 8 hour fast easier.

Dental implants may work for you if you have missing teeth that you want to replace. Implants will also require that you have adequate bone mass to properly support them. To find out for sure if dental implants will work for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Paul Kim today!

vAfter your orthodontic treatment has been completed, you can expect to wear a retainer. Retainers are an important part of treatment success because they keep teeth in the correct position while new bone develops around them, holding them in their permanent position. Often retainers are worn full time right after treatment ends, and then they gradually transition to only being worn at night.

There are two common different types of retainers that you may be interested in using. One of the most common is the Hawley retainer, which is made from pink acrylic and wire. The other is a clear retainer. Just like their aligners, the clear retainer blends with your teeth. Or if you prefer, there is a fiixed retainer that is bonded to the inside surface of your front teeth. Dr. Kim will discuss with you what would be the best option for you after treatment is done.

Invisalign clear aligners are made of flexible plastic — specifically, a patented thermoplastic material called SmartTrack® created exclusively for Invisalign treatment.

Invisalign clear aligners are FDA-approved and contain no BPA, BPS, latex, or gluten. They are thin, clear, and fit snugly over your teeth, making them virtually invisible.

Because there is pressure being exerted on your teeth during Invisalign treatment, you may experience some minor discomfort. Patients usually report this discomfort when wearing a new aligner. Discomfort associated with wearing new aligners generally wears off once your teeth have adjusted and can be managed with over the counter pain medications. One benefit to Invisalign, however, is that you will not have to deal with the soft tissues of your mouth being rubbed or poked like you would with traditional metal braces.

During your dental sedation appointment at Dream Dental, you can expect to feel completely calm and anxiety-free while your dental work is performed. While under dental sedation, most people report feelings of calmness and drowsiness. Additionally, you will likely be aware of what is happening around you. However you will be indifferent to the sights, smells, and sounds you are experiencing. Dental sedation is usually used in combination with dental anesthetics, which means you also won’t feel any pain or discomfort during your procedure.

With oral or IV sedation, you may also fall into a light sleep, but you can easily be woken. Finally, with IV sedation, you may or may not remember your procedure.

Dental implants may work for you if you have missing teeth that you want to replace. Implants will also require that you have adequate bone mass to properly support them. To find out for sure if dental implants will work for you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Paul Kim today!

The average time span for Invisalign treatment is about 12-18 months, however your individual treatment may be shorter or longer depending on your case. During your initial consultation, Dr. Kim will be able to give you a better idea of how long your individual Invisalign treatment will last.

You may experience different things after your dental sedation appointment.

With oral sedation, you can expect to feel the full effect of the medicine for about 1-2 hours. However, even once the full effect has worn off, you may still feel slightly drowsy and “out of it” for the rest of the day. Because of this, you will need to have someone drive you home and you should rest for the remainder of the day.

With IV sedation, you can expect to feel pretty groggy and “out of it” for the majority of the day after your procedure. Because of this, you will need to have someone drive you home and keep an eye on you for at least a day until the effects of the sedation have worn off.

Because there is pressure being exerted on your teeth during Invisalign treatment, you may experience some minor discomfort. Patients usually report this discomfort when wearing a new aligner. Discomfort associated with wearing new aligners generally wears off once your teeth have adjusted and can be managed with over the counter pain medications. One benefit to Invisalign, however, is that you will not have to deal with the soft tissues of your mouth being rubbed or poked like you would with traditional metal braces.

If you don’t have adequate bone mass, you will need to discuss your options with Dr. Paul Kim. One possible option he may offer you is a bone graft. Bone grafts are performed to increase the amount of bone tissue in a specific area by placing a synthetic material or bone tissue from your own body or others. Once placed, the new tissue will essentially grow new bone in that area, increasing the bone mass so that dental implants can be properly supported.

One common type of bone graft performed in coordination with dental implants is a sinus lift. A sinus lift is a bone grafting procedure that supplements bone in the upper jaw, just below the maxillary sinus. Sinus lifts are required in cases where the upper jaw is lacking in bone to both ensure the stability of the dental implant and to prevent damage to the maxillary sinus.

If you don’t have adequate bone mass, you will need to discuss your options with Dr. Paul Kim. One possible option he may offer you is a bone graft. Bone grafts are performed to increase the amount of bone tissue in a specific area by placing a synthetic material or bone tissue from your own body or others. Once placed, the new tissue will essentially grow new bone in that area, increasing the bone mass so that dental implants can be properly supported.

One common type of bone graft performed in coordination with dental implants is a sinus lift. A sinus lift is a bone grafting procedure that supplements bone in the upper jaw, just below the maxillary sinus. Sinus lifts are required in cases where the upper jaw is lacking in bone to both ensure the stability of the dental implant and to prevent damage to the maxillary sinus.

The cost of traditional treatment can range anywhere from $1,500-$5,000. However, the cost of your individual treatment will depend upon your individual case. This cost will be discussed with you during your consultation prior to receiving treatment. Additionally, if you have dental insurance, you can likely obtain some level of coverage to offset the total cost. Also, we offer 0% interest and low-payment financing options upon approved credit.

Dental implants are placed by first making an incision in your gums to reach your jaw bone. Once your jaw bone is visible, a series of specialized dental drills will be used to carve out a space for the dental implant. The final drill will create a texture in the space for the dental implant to grip. Then, the implant will be placed in the space and secured accordingly. Depending on your treatment plan, the abutment may be attached at this time. After the implant has been placed, your gums will be stitched up and you will be able to return home to rest.

The average time span for Invisalign treatment is about 12-18 months, however your individual treatment may be shorter or longer depending on your case. During your initial consultation, Dr. Kim will be able to give you a better idea of how long your individual Invisalign treatment will last.

Dental implants are placed by first making an incision in your gums to reach your jaw bone. Once your jaw bone is visible, a series of specialized dental drills will be used to carve out a space for the dental implant. The final drill will create a texture in the space for the dental implant to grip. Then, the implant will be placed in the space and secured accordingly. Depending on your treatment plan, the abutment may be attached at this time. After the implant has been placed, your gums will be stitched up and you will be able to return home to rest.

After your Invisalign treatment is complete, you will need to wear a retainer to maintain your new smile. With Invisalign, you can either choose between a traditional wire retainer or a more discreet clear retainer. With most treatments, you are to wear your retainer full time at first and then you can gradually progress to wearing it only at night. To keep your smile in place, it is extremely important that you follow Dr. Kim’s instructions regarding your retainer.

The cost of Invisalign treatment can range anywhere from $1,800-$5,000. However, the cost of your individual treatment will depend upon your individual case. This cost will be discussed with you during your consultation prior to receiving treatment. Additionally, if you have dental insurance, you can likely obtain some level of coverage to offset the total cost. Also, we offer 0% interest and low-payment financing options upon approved credit.

After your dental implants have been placed, they will need to undergo a process called osseointegration. During this process your jawbone will form new tissue that fuses the implant into the bone, effectively securing it in place much like a natural tooth root. Osseointegration is an essential process for the proper functioning of your dental implants and will take approximately 3-6 months.

While your implants are fusing to your bone, you will need to take special care not to exert too much pressure on them or move them too much. Because of this, you will need to eat soft foods until your implants are fused into place. Foods such as eggs, pasta, steamed veggies, fish, applesauce, soups, yogurt, tofu, and oatmeal are recommended because they are both soft and nutritious.

In the days directly following dental implant placement, you may experience some swelling and discomfort. However, this will quickly fade and can usually be easily alleviated with over the counter pain medication. You will also want to keep your mouth clean to avoid infection and will be provided with special instructions from our office.

After your Invisalign treatment is complete, you will need to wear a retainer to maintain your new smile. With Invisalign, you can either choose between a traditional wire retainer or a more discreet clear retainer. With most treatments, you are to wear your retainer full time at first and then you can gradually progress to wearing it only at night. To keep your smile in place, it is extremely important that you follow Dr. Kim’s instructions regarding your retainer.

After your dental implants have been placed, they will need to undergo a process called osseointegration. During this process your jawbone will form new tissue that fuses the implant into the bone, effectively securing it in place much like a natural tooth root. Osseointegration is an essential process for the proper functioning of your dental implants and will take approximately 3-6 months.

While your implants are fusing to your bone, you will need to take special care not to exert too much pressure on them or move them too much. Because of this, you will need to eat soft foods until your implants are fused into place. Foods such as eggs, pasta, steamed veggies, fish, applesauce, soups, yogurt, tofu, and oatmeal are recommended because they are both soft and nutritious.

In the days directly following dental implant placement, you may experience some swelling and discomfort. However, this will quickly fade and can usually be easily alleviated with over the counter pain medication. You will also want to keep your mouth clean to avoid infection and will be provided with special instructions from our office.

The cost of Invisalign treatment can range anywhere from $2,700-$5,500. However, the cost of your individual treatment will depend upon your individual case. This cost will be discussed with you during your consultation prior to receiving treatment.

If you have dental insurance coverage, you can likely obtain some level of coverage to offset the total cost. You can also use the pre-tax dollars in your flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) toward invisalign treatment. Finally, we offer 0% interest and low-payment financing options upon approved credit, and in-house financial arrangement.