Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Teeth Bonding vs Veneers: A Complete Guide Teeth bonding and veneers are common ways to get a beautiful smile. Both methods may make your teeth look better, but they work in different ways, take longer, and have different results. Bonding teeth refers to applying […]

Written by Dr. Aylin Karaca Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Rotten Teeth: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options How do you fix rotten teeth? Rotten teeth can be fixed by visiting a dentist who will assess the severity of the decay. Treatment options include fillings for cavities, root canals for […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Wisdom Teeth Pain Relief: Effective Ways to Soothe Discomfort Fast Wisdom teeth pain could reduce your comfort and lower your quality of life. As third molars emerge, they may cause swelling, infection, pressure, and pain. Quick relief from wisdom tooth pain is important for […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Food might become caught in the hole after wisdom teeth removal, and many people wonder how to get food out of wisdom teeth holes safely. Use a soft toothbrush or saltwater rinse to get rid of food. Leave the hole alone if the food […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Does Everyone Have Wisdom Teeth? Not everyone has wisdom teeth and some people may not have all four. It is also possible that they will not come through in everyone. Many of us expect wisdom teeth in our late teens or early 20s. Did […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Broken Wisdom Tooth Treatment Options Broken wisdom teeth may be repaired or removed. Your dentist will recommend a treatment based on the damage’s severity and influence on your dental health. If the tooth may be salvaged, repair treatments are used, but if the damage […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon What’s the Difference Between a Dental Cap and a Crown? Are caps and crowns the same thing? Yes, Dental cap vs crown; both terms refer to the same dental restoration. Although “cap” was formerly used, dental practitioners now prefer “crown.” A durable, tooth-shaped covering […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Are Veneers Without Shaving Your Teeth a Reality? No-prep veneers are a great option for people who want to improve the appearance of their teeth without the need for extensive dental work. Have you ever noticed how celebrities such as Margot Robbie always appear […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon If you get a cavity on any other tooth, your dentist will most likely recommend filling the cavity to restore the tooth. Wisdom teeth, considered the last frontier of dental care, may cause unforeseen problems, notably cavities on wisdom teeth. Late adolescent or early […]

Medically Reviewed By Dr. Mert Albayrak, DDS Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Your body needs time and attention to recover after wisdom teeth removal. Whether smoking or vaping after wisdom teeth removal is safe after surgery is a popular topic. While smoking and vaping may appear harmless, they might slow down recovery. They could slow down […]