Dental Technology

Do you feel the need to improve the appearance of your smile, but are anxious about dental procedures? Do you want a beautiful healthy smile that can boost your confidence and overall well-being, but are scared to take the first step? Thankfully, with Digital Smile Design (DSD), achieving a natural-looking smile is much easier. With… (Read More)

Everyone wants healthy teeth. Most times, we must take preventative measures to ensure that tooth decay will not run rampant. This is where Minimally Invasive Dentistry has its chance to shine. They base minimally Invasive Dentistry on the principle of maintaining healthy tooth structure. There are a multitude of procedures that can be performed to… (Read More)

When considering the options for orthodontics, there are many pros and cons to consider before making a choice. And like most choices, the decision varies from person to person depending on their oral health needs, and dentist’s recommendations. Here at White Spruce Dental in Rochester, we will discuss the differences between braces and clear aligners… (Read More)

Whether you are a child or an adult, you may find yourself in the dentist’s office getting the news that you need braces. It’s not something you may be excited about, but the fact is, braces may be necessary to give you the best smile possible. But what changes once you get braces? We hope… (Read More)

According to The American Academy of Prosthodontists, there are 36 million people who have no teeth (also called edentulous) in the United States. Besides this, there are also 120 million people who are missing a minimum of one tooth. Out of those 36 million people, about 90% of them have dentures and approximately 15% of… (Read More)

When kids get cavities, it can be a real bummer. Tooth decay can cause pain, missed school, or even more serious issues. According to the PEW Charitable Trusts, in 2008 children went to hospital emergency rooms over 215,000 times for preventable dental issues. Those visits cost more than 100 million dollars.  Tooth decay, if left… (Read More)

If you have any experience going to the dental office, chances are good you’ve had a dental x-ray. You know the drill, open your mouth, bite down on the hard-plastic thing that looks like a Starwars x-wing ship — then try to keep your eyes from watering while the hygienist drapes you with a heavy… (Read More)

Do you have a go-to pose for photos that doesn’t need a full-on toothy grin? If you’re uncomfortable with your crooked teeth, you are in the right place. Check out these amazing options for adult orthodontic treatment.  Taking the Bummer out of Adult Braces Wires and brackets fall in the same mental box as teen-acne… (Read More)

According to the American College of Prosthodontists 36 million Americans are edentulous (have no teeth) 120 million are missing at least one tooth and of the edentulous population, 15% have dentures made each year. To keep up with the number of people missing one, some, or all their teeth the dental community has innovated to… (Read More)