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Invisalign is an orthodontic appliance system used to inconspicuously treat crooked and crowded teeth in adults and teens. This modern take on braces features a system of clear aligner trays that are worn at all times with the exception of during meals and when brushing or flossing. The trays are custom fitted to the teeth,…

Composite fillings – also known as tooth-colored fillings – are dental restorations designed to be inconspicuous and natural in appearance. They blend well with the teeth and appear more natural than amalgam fillings, which are darker and more easily seen by other people. Composite fillings are made of ceramic and plastic compounds that chemically bond…

Dental crowns and bridges are custom-fitted tooth prosthetics that are used to replace or restore damaged or missing teeth. Crowns – also known as caps – are fixed over the surfaces of natural tooth structures or dental implants. Bridges are used to fill in the gaps left by missing teeth and are anchored in place…

Dentures are removable tooth prosthetics designed to look and function like natural teeth. For thousands of years, some form of denture has been used to fill in the gaps left by missing teeth, although today’s dentures are much more advanced and easier to care for. Most dentures are composed of replacement teeth attached to plastic…

Dental implants are surgical-grade root devices that support permanent tooth prosthetics that are manufactured to last a lifetime. These artificial roots are anchored in the bone beneath the gums where they become fused into the jaw. A crown is mounted atop the implant for a long-lasting and natural looking smile. Many dentists and patients prefer…

Inlays and onlays are dental restorations that are more extensive than dental fillings but less so than caps and crowns. They are typically formed in a dental lab and are made of gold, porcelain or resin depending on the patient’s needs and aesthetic goals. An inlay refers to a restoration that is formed to fit…

Root canals are valuable dental procedures used to treat and preserve teeth with badly infected roots. The pulp is the live portion of the tooth that extends into the root and contains nerve endings and tissues. When it becomes infected, patients can experience pain, swelling and even total tooth loss unless treated. Root canals remove…

TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, which is the bone structure, muscles and connective tissues that surround the jaw and control chewing. When patients experience disorders of this joint, they are said to have a temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD. Symptoms of TMD include pain and tenderness near the jaw, as well as popping or clicking…

Dental veneers – also known as laminates – are used to cosmetically enhance the appearance of one or more teeth. Veneers are very thin, porcelain or resin shells that are customized for a desirable color and shape. They are bonded to the surface of the teeth to reshape broken, misshapen or irregular teeth, as well…

Teeth whitening procedures are used to brighten the appearance of a patient’s smile – sometimes by as many as 5 to 10 shades in a single session. According to the American Dental Association, teeth whitening procedures have become some of the most popular esthetic dental treatments among patients throughout the country, including. Professional teeth whitening…

Fox Valley Dental tries its best to make your smile more aesthetic as possible. With our Aurora Dentist, you are in the right hands. When your teeth look so bright and are in the right pattern, you will easily find out that your general appearance as a whole benefits you greatly. However, contrary to popular…

A mouth that is clean and healthy is a very important part of our general wellness and being. Moreover, keeping your teeth white while maintaining that elegant smile requires one to keep a religious routine both at home and also through a professional dental care service provider. When you visit Fox Valley Dental for cleaning…

A sports mouth guard (also known as mouth protector or mouth guard) is a device that is usually worn over someone’s teeth in order to protect one from the impact that may be caused by knockbacks to the head or face. They are a very essential part of athletic gear for anyone who is taking…

Tooth Extraction is a dental process that is carried out solely for the removal of teeth that are decayed, damaged or have any other problem that necessitates their removal in order to attain dental health. At Fox Valley Dental, we make every effort to preserve natural teeth. However, there are cases that make it literally…

Most of the times when patients undergo complicated restorative procedures, they will be supplied with temporary or provisional restorations while they patiently wait for their permanent prosthetics to get ready. These temporary restorations serve the following purpose; They allow the patients to try their smile so as to know how the new restorations will feel…

Porcelain Fused to Metal or commonly known as PFM restorations have been helpful in the dental field for more than 30 years. During all that period, dentists all over the globe have adopted the PFM crowns as well as the bridges due to their versatility for use together with their ability to be matched easily…

Just like a bridge, partial dentures seat on surrounding teeth so as to fill in the gaps where a single or more teeth are missing. However, different to bridges, partial dentures are completely removable by the wearer. Partial are some of the most affordable alternatives compared to other dental prosthetics. In addition, they are custom…

We can simply describe it as a dental equipment that is fit to a patients teeth in a custom way. They have different functionalities according to the user’s needs or preference. There is no age limit for their usage and therefore, anyone can use them. The most important thing about bite guards is having them…

Dentures are a great and pocket friendly option of replacing teeth that are missing. They are developed from durable plastic and at times porcelain. Partial and full dentures are made in such a way that they will look and feel natural. Due to advancements made in the dental field, they are perfectly custom fit in…