What to Expect If You’re Getting a Crown
Dental crowns are a popular and versatile restorative treatment for people with badly damaged teeth. Each year in the U.S., millions of crowns are placed, helping people of all ages relieve painful symptoms, protect their oral health, and feel more confident and attractive. At The Glen Detal, Aman Bhullar, DMD, and Donald Pepper, DDS, use the most advanced techniques and […]
Adjusting to Life With Dentures
Dentures have a reputation for being bulky and cumbersome, but they’ve evolved over the years. Today’s dentures are easier to get used to and easier to live with long term because they are lighter and more natural-looking than ever before.Aman Bhullar, DMD of The Glen Dental in San Jose, California, helps patients overcome their dental insecurities. If you’re in […]
Remedy a Gummy Smile With Veneers
A confident smile goes a long way in imparting confidence and engendering goodwill. So when you cover up a gummy smile, you’re doing more than hiding your gums from the people around you. You’re also depriving them of your natural radiance, and you’re depriving yourself of a complete and genuine interaction. For a permanent fix […]
Chronic Bad Breath? It Could Be a Sign of Periodontal Disease
Have you noticed you have bad breath a lot of the time? Has it become an embarrassing issue that causes you to reach for gum or mints more often than you think you should? In many cases, bad breath has a direct cause, such as the things you eat or the way you brush your […]
Do You Need a Crown or a Bridge?
A crown or a bridge is often necessary when you’ve damaged or lost a tooth. But crowns and bridges are best suited to different situations. Aman Bhullar, DMD of The Glen Dental in San Jose, California, explains what you need to know about crowns and bridges and which is right for you. What are crowns and bridges? Crowns and bridges are prosthetic dental […]
The Importance of Not Missing Your Bi-Annual Dental Cleanings and Checkups
Everyone should get a dental checkup every six months. People who get regular checkups are less likely to develop dental disease and serious dental issues. A routine checkup involves two parts: a dental examination and a cleaning. If any issues are found, your dentist will create a treatment plan to address those issues. In addition […]
5 Tips for Overcoming Dental Anxiety
Lots of people suffer from dental anxiety. It’s one of the most common phobias in the United States. Dental anxiety can make you want to put off or avoid dental visits. But, it’s important to get regular dental care to keep small problems from developing into serious ones. At The Glen Dental in San Jose, CA, our […]
How Does IV Sedation Dentistry Work and Is It Right for You?
If you’re among the 15% of U.S. adults who avoid the dentist because you think that dental procedures are painful, then you haven’t yet experienced sedation dentistry. Whether you have a cavity, a tooth that needs to be pulled, or another problem that must be resolved to preserve your oral health, you don’t need to feel a […]
Those cartoons you saw as a kid really rooted in your imagination: Pulling out aching teeth with pliers or a string. Swollen, throbbing jaws tied up in scarves.
We’ll be the first to admit that spending an hour in the dentist’s chair isn’t nearly as enjoyable as passing the same time with friends, but these short visits do provide you with something to smile about. If your fear or anxiety over visiting a dentist is causing you to avoid your dental care altogether, […]
Invisalign Makes it Easy to Get Straight Teeth at Any Age
Few people are born with perfectly straight teeth. The most common way to straighten teeth is with metal braces that are bonded to the teeth and linked with metal wires. Unfortunately, braces can be clunky, take years to work, and affect the wearer’s self-esteem. Fortunately, there is a better way to straighten teeth: Invisalign®. At The Glen […]