Sitting in the dentist’s chair can be a little unnerving. Sometimes simple distraction techniques are enough to put a patient at ease, but for bigger procedures, a sedative might be necessary. But what about conscious sedation? Sedation helps anxious patients to relax during dental treatment, especially...
For patients suffering from damaged or decaying teeth, ceramic dental onlays provide an effective solution. An alternative to crowns, these ceramic onlays have a higher success rate of saving teeth, functioning as a long-lasting repair for damaged teeth. Essentially, the affected tooth is wrapped in ceramic...
As you grow older, your teeth age with you. Years of eating and drinking, and in some cases smoking, antibiotics, or even too much fluoride, can begin to take its toll on our teeth, staining and discoloration of your no-longer pearly whites. The answer to this...
For patients with missing teeth, dentures are the perfect solution. Dentures provide them with a fresh new smile. The natural appearance of dentures replaces gaps in the teeth, so patients can feel confident when they smile. While this solution improves oral care, it also drastically improves...
Age, lifestyle and the amount of dental work that needs to be done are all things to consider when correcting teeth. Braces and Invisalign Clear Aligners are both popular choices, but how do you know which is best for you? Invisalign and braces are used to...
Brushing and flossing your teeth is vital in keeping your gums and teeth healthy. But what if you’re doing it wrong? There are techniques for brushing and flossing to prevent problems like gum disease, cavities and decay. Keep reading to find out if you are brushing...
At Kozlow and Rowell, we use ozone dental therapy to treat patients who are suffering from gum infections or to disinfect root canals and cold sores. Ozone is a form of oxygen and can be used in liquid form or gas to fight bacteria. It...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea, often known as OSA, is a condition that affects a patient’s breathing while they’re asleep. As the most common sleep-related breathing disorder, a patient will briefly stop breathing throughout the night as they sleep. These short periods of breathing constriction are called apnea...
In holistic dentistry, dentists ensure that their patients' overall well-being is prioritized, not just their oral health. When patients need fillings, holistic dentists often recommend non-metal fillings. Metal fillings contain a toxic substance called mercury, which can lead to serious health problems. Choosing mercury-free dentistry can...
Metal fillings, also known as amalgam fillings, are often removed for aesthetic reasons or health concerns. Some patients want to change how their fillings look, while others worry about the mercury in the fillings. At Kozlow and Rowell, our priority is to care for your entire...