Dentists are among the leading prescribers of opioid prescriptions. The opiate crisis, which takes lives, destroys families and increases crime, has significantly increased in recent years. New regulations and programs address this issue. Read Pi Dental Center's blog about the Opiate Crisis and How … [Read more...] about The Opiate Crisis and How It Relates To Dentistry
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What Does the Dental Term, “Oral Cripple” Mean?
Have you heard of the term, “oral cripple”? Dentists use the term to describe a person who has such significant dental problems that they substantially and negatively impact the quality of life. … [Read more...] about What Does the Dental Term, “Oral Cripple” Mean?
Healthy Teeth Like Diamonds
“A tooth is much more to be prized than a diamond.” States Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra in Don Quixote Diamonds are greatly valued and the most cherished of all gemstones. Strong healthy teeth have often been compared to diamonds. The word, diamond, is derived from the ancient Greek term adámas … [Read more...] about Healthy Teeth Like Diamonds
3D Scanning for Superior Crowns at Pi Dental Center
Pi Dental Center strives to offer patients the best dental care using 3D technology. Dr. Glenn Wolfinger continuously evaluates new dental equipment and technology to provide patients the highest quality, most attractive, best-fitting dental prostheses in the shortest time possible. … [Read more...] about 3D Scanning for Superior Crowns at Pi Dental Center
Can’t Fool Santa or the Dentist
We’ve all heard the Christmas song, “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” written by John Frederick Coots and Haven Gillespi. This Christmas classic, first sung on Eddie Cantor's radio show in November 1934, cautions children to behave because Santa can magically perceive whether they are naughty or … [Read more...] about Can’t Fool Santa or the Dentist
Dental Implant Treatment with Accelerset Prosthesis by AvaDent: Part 2
During the last blog post, we discussed Ken who was diagnosed with rare disorders called Osteogenesis Imperfecta and Odontogenesis Imperfecta. These disorders caused extensive dental problems. Ken was treated by Dr. Balshi and the team at Pi Dental Center with implant supported AvaDent Accelerset … [Read more...] about Dental Implant Treatment with Accelerset Prosthesis by AvaDent: Part 2
Dental Implant Treatment with an AvaDent Prosthesis: Part 1
"Ken was diagnosed with rare disorders called Osteogenesis Imperfecta and Odontogenesis Imperfecta when he was a child. As a result of these disorders, Ken’s dental condition deteriorated over the years requiring frequent dental treatment. Read blog about Dental Implant Treatment with an AvaDent … [Read more...] about Dental Implant Treatment with an AvaDent Prosthesis: Part 1
When Looking For Dental Implants, How Does The Dentist Measure Up?
Each morning, the Pi Dental Center mailbox receives a new batch of emails from people looking for the best dental implant specialist. The other day, we received an email asking if our doctors were as good as Doctor So-and-So in Las Vegas. Read this blog called, "When Looking For Dental Implants, How … [Read more...] about When Looking For Dental Implants, How Does The Dentist Measure Up?
Is NICE a valid criterion for choosing a dentist?
Would you say that your dentist is nice? And if so, what qualities would contribute to that opinion? And is “nice” valid criterion in choosing a dentist? The answer is, “That depends.” Blog explores the criterion for choosing a dentist. … [Read more...] about Is NICE a valid criterion for choosing a dentist?
Oral Hygiene Maintains Investment in Dental Implants
Dental implants are a significant investment and maintenance of those implants is mandatory. Cutting back on good oral hygiene is like growing a tiny seedling into an enormous monster. A small issue can result in a much larger problem. … [Read more...] about Oral Hygiene Maintains Investment in Dental Implants