The Dentists Blog

General & Cosmetic Dentists Serving Omaha, Bellevue, Lincoln and Nearby Nebraska

Prevent Dental Emergencies during the Holidays

November 25, 2019
Authored by:

A young woman holding her hand up to her jaw and wincing in pain because of a dental emergencyNo one wants to deal with a dental emergency over Thanksgiving, Christmas or on any other winter holiday. Unfortunately, these pressing injuries do occur from time to time. The experienced emergency dentists at our Omaha practice provide a few time slots for urgent dental appointments, during normal business hours. If, after the holidays, you…

Read Full Post

The Dentists in the Best of Omaha 2020 Results

November 12, 2019
Authored by:
Family-Dentist-Office_FIRST-PLACE_2020_BLACK.png

The Dentists have won 1st place for Best Family Dentist in the Best of Omaha Awards 2020! What's even more exciting? This is the 14th time we have been awarded 1st place! It's truly a gift to be able to care for our amazing patients each day. When they vote for us in the Best of Omaha Awards, we are so pleased because we hope…

Read Full Post

Is Cosmetic Dentistry Right for You?

September 25, 2019

Cosmetic dentistry has the ability to rejuvenate your teeth and change your whole perspective on your smile. We have seen just how positive an effect these treatments can have on our patients' lives. But there's really only one way to know whether cosmetic dentistry will be right for you as an individual, and that's to schedule a consultation with our experienced dentists in Omaha. To learn more, please…

Read Full Post

What Do General Dentists Do?

July 15, 2019

Dental mirror in a patient's mouth while dentist looks at the back of the teethGeneral dentistry is the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of dental problems. General dentistry is the array of treatments and interventions that allow you to achieve and maintain outstanding oral health. Some of the most common procedures within this area of dentistry include:

  • Exams
  • Annual x-rays
Read Full Post

Family Dental Goals for Summer 2019

June 04, 2019
Authored by:

Omaha family seated on the couch together smiling for photo

It's soon to be summertime across Nebraska. Your kids are out of school, and you may have family vacations planned. Don't forget to fit in dental checkups for your family, from youngest to eldest. If you are due for a cleaning, the summertime may open up your schedule. Below, we look at some of the ways you can take charge of your family's dental health.

Prevent Cavities…

Read Full Post

Timeline for Porcelain Veneers

May 29, 2019

Porcelain veneers make over your smile over the course of a few appointments. At one of our four Omaha offices, you'll first visit our experienced dentists for a consultation. After discussing your goals and your candidacy for veneers, they'll guide you as you decide whether veneers or another option is right for you. To arrange a consultation, please call our experienced team in Hillsborough: 402-445-4647, Village Pointe: 402-505-7474, Ralston Square: 402-733-4441, or Dundee: 402-502-5593.

Read Full Post

Are Veneers Worth It?

May 08, 2019

For people who are unhappy with cosmetic flaws in their smile, porcelain veneers are absolutely worth it! If you are weighing this option, you may be stacking up their value against their cost, longevity and other factors. Our experienced dentists want to help you go over all of these things during a one-on-one consultation at our practice. We want you to be exceedingly happy with any treatment you receive from us, so part of that includes making sure the chosen treatment is the right fit.

First, Identify Your Goals For Your Smile

Read Full Post

How Long Does the Dental Implant Process Take?

April 09, 2019
Authored by:

Blue pin on the 10th of the calendar month showing dental implant completion dateThe experienced implant dentists at our Omaha practice will create a customized treatment plan for replacing missing teeth. Call us to find out if dental implants, dentures or a dental bridge may be right for you. Although the entire implant process takes anywhere from a few months to over a year, you are left with a highly durable, secure and…

Read Full Post

Caring for Your Baby's First Teeth

March 11, 2019

New baby wrapped in a towel being held by mom after a bathYour child's first teeth should be cleaned and cared for, for mostly the same reasons that you take care of your adult teeth. Preventing infection, inflammation and tooth loss is important, no matter your age! All 20 baby teeth are present at birth. They gradually emerge from the gums and appear over the following 12 months or so. Most children have all 20 primary teeth…

Read Full Post

Prioritize Your Dental Health This Year

January 30, 2019
Authored by:

Family of three brushing their teeth together in the bathroom"An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure," the saying goes. Although Benjamin Franklin was referring to fire safety when he coined this phrase, it's often used in relation to health and healthcare these days. And it's really true! Taking steps to prevent health problems when you can may be easier – in some cases – than repairing the damage after the fact.

This axiom certainly applies to dentistry. You are…

Read Full Post