Electric Flossers

I've pointed out the importance of flossing in recent blog posts.  Flossing keeps cavities from forming between teeth as we as keeps bone loss and gum inflammation(gingivitis) from occurring.  Some individuals need extra help flossing from lack of ability to clean adequately.  Some people love flossing aides such as Reach's Flosser or Plackers that are very portable.  Electric flossers are used primarily at home in front of your sink.  They use a stream of water to flush debris from between teeth much like a water gun could.  Being either a/c powered or battery powered gives the user the ability to push a button making flossing much easier.  Waterpik is a classic example.  Typically, Waterpiks come with a high pressure and a low pressure tip for the user's preference.  Waterpiks work well under dental bridges or around teeth that have significant bone loss.  If you have any more questions about a Waterpik or about improving your oral health and scheduling a regular checkup, please give us a call or visit our website at the link below.

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.

Crowns and Bridges

Crowns and Bridges are restorations done to teeth that need something more than a filling to hold things together.  That 'in a nutshell' is the answer.  A crown covers the tooth like a hat around your head holding your hair against your head on the top and sides.  A crown costs more than a filling because of the added laboratory costs associated with fabrication.  But, hopefully a crown last longer than a typical filling as well.  Typically crowns are reserved for when teeth no longer are going to be a stable platform for daily function with large fillings.  Sometimes patients want crowns for aesthetic reasons so that their teeth won't ever discolor.  Bridges, by definition, are 2 or more crowns tied together.  The most common bridge is a 3-unit bridge.  That type of bridge replaces 1 missing tooth by being attached to the tooth in front and in back of the space.  A bridge accomplishes re-establishment of function in that space, holding the teeth from shifting, and helps with esthetics and phonetics.  If you think you may need a crown or a bridge, or have other concerns about your dental health, please call us or check out our website for more information at the link below.

-Dr. Cooper

859-309-6052

Cooper Family Dentistry

Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.