New year, new you! If you’re ready to enhance your smile this year, whitening your teeth at home can be one of the easiest — and cost-effective — ways to make your pearly whites dazzle. When most people think about whitening their teeth, they typically think there are only two options: in-office whitening with a…
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3 Things You Need to Know About a Dental CBCT Scan
It’s time for your dental appointment and your dental hygenist mentions you’ll need images taken of your teeth today. But instead of the conventional x-ray machine you’re used to, your hygienist leads you to a new machine you’ve never seen before: a dental cone beam CT scanner. What exactly does this machine do? And…
Which Are Better, Crowns or Veneers?
Your dentist says you’re going to need some work done. You don’t need a whole new tooth, but a simple filling won’t fix things for you either. A veneer or crown may do the trick, but these procedures serve different purposes. If you’re considering ways to restore your teeth and enhance your smile, then you…
What to Do if You Chipped or Broke a Tooth?
You bit down on your favorite hard food and chipped or perhaps even broke a crown – what now? You want it fixed quickly and don’t want to sacrifice quality, a same-day dental crown may be an option. First, it’s time to consider a few things before a decision is made. What is a Dental…
Invisalign vs. Braces: How Do I Choose?
First things first, having your smile and bite evaluated is the critical first step in determining what the best form of treatment is for your teeth. It may be Invisalign and it may be regular braces. During an appointment with Dr. Dan he will discuss all available treatment options that will create the lasting look,…
Are Digital Impressions as Reliable as Traditional Dental Impressions
Dental impressions are bad enough, but there’s a better way to take them. Nowadays, there are many different ways to take dental impressions, including digital ones. Digital impressions use a small wand connected to a computer and creates digital images usable. This means no bulky metal tray, no goop, and no gagging. The Traditional Impression…
Professional Teeth Whitening
It’s the new year and you are ready for your new whiter smile. Ponderosa Dental Group in Missoula, Montana has the technology and expertise to deliver the results you can’t get from over the counter, drugstore strips and kits. Make your professional Zoom teeth whitening appointment at Ponderosa Dental Group for enviable results. There is…
Can You Brush Your Teeth Too Much? Teeth Brushing Tips for a Better Smile
You should brush your teeth for at least two minutes, twice a day, according to the American Dental Association (and Dr. Dan)! But how about more often? Can you brush your teeth too much? Yes. It’s possible to over-brush your teeth and damage your teeth and gums. Over-brushing is called “tooth abrasion.” Learn how to…
Dental 3D Printing at Ponderosa
Nowadays, a 3D printer can produce almost anything! From jewelry to car parts to architectural scale models, the possibilities are practically endless, and the technology has become a staple in many dentist’s offices — including Ponderosa Dental in Missoula. Learn how we use 3D printing technology at Ponderosa to improve the level of care you…
Can a Loose Tooth Tighten Back Up?
A loose tooth is no big deal when you’re a kid. Some kids even welcome a wobbly tooth since it means a visit from the Tooth Fairy! But if you’re an adult, a loose tooth is more like a nightmare come true. Loose teeth in adults can result from poor dental hygiene, advanced gum disease,…
