Author: EDP Dental

Causes and Treatments Losing a tooth is expected in children and putting a lost tooth under a pillow in exchange for a reward is practiced in many cultures. After all, a new one grows in shortly after. When we age, however, tooth loss is not associated with regrowth. A lost tooth is gone forever. Since…Read More »

Over the last 15 years, dazzling bright smiles, once associated only with movie stars and celebrities, have become far more accessible to consumers. Pharmacy shelves are lined with gels, toothpastes, appliances, strips, and other means by which we can cosmetically whiten our teeth a few shades. For those seeking a longer lasting solution, many dentists…Read More »

A cosmetic dentistry procedure, dental bonding adheres tooth-colored resin to restore a tooth’s shape and appearance. This is done by first applying the material to the tooth then hardening it with a special light. This creates a chemical bond and permanently restores the tooth. There are numerous conditions where the bonding process provides an effective…Read More »

After a root canal there are several options for restoring the appearance of the affected tooth. In cosmetic and restorative dentistry, dental crowns are the preferred restoration technique as they not only restore but can also improve the outward appearance of a tooth. Most often this procedure bolsters damaged teeth but is also employed to…Read More »

Ever rising costs for health insurance and declining dental insurance enrollments are usually cited as the reason for eliminating a dental coverage option. For individuals as well as families, this means electing one of two alternatives: paying entirely out of pocket for dental expenses, or finding a dental insurance alternative such as EDP Dental Plans…Read More »

Everyone at every age needs to take care of their teeth. However, access to affordable dental care may be difficult if not impossible for some. Conventional dental insurance coverage may be offered by an employer, however it is often an optional expense, and many find that a preferred dentist is not a plan participant. Additionally…Read More »