A dental crown, also known as a tooth cap, is used to strengthen a tooth’s structure, return its normal size, shape, and function, and/or improve its appearance. A tooth crowned fully covers the visible part of the tooth above the gum line, resulting in a new outer surface.  Common Applications of Dental Crowns  A dental …

Proper brushing and flossing every day can help to keep your smile bright and breath fresh. Factors such as aging, consuming colored foods and drinks, and lifestyle habits such as chewing or smoking tobacco products can cause your teeth to discolor and get darker.  Fortunately, there are several options for teeth whitening to help improve …

There are many factors to consider when choosing a good family dentist. The most important factor is the professional’s ability to maintain your oral health, including pearly whites and overall dental health. This also partly depends on how easily you can maintain regular visits with them; for this reason, it may be best if you …

Crowns are one of the most popular restorative and cosmetic treatments in dentistry. They provide a strong and durable cap that holds together a tooth that has been severely damaged and weakened by trauma or decay, helping to save a tooth that may otherwise have been extracted.  Other benefits of tooth crowns include: 1. Prevent …

Tooth pain can be felt in or around a tooth when chewing, consuming hot or cold food or drinks, or even when at rest. Toothaches tend to occur as a result of some kind of tooth trauma or a dental condition, such as a cracked tooth, dental cavity, advanced gum disease, or an exposed tooth …

The aging process, your diet, and other lifestyle choices can discolor your teeth over time. Whiter teeth are associated with beauty, success, and good health. They also draw attention away from other features, giving you a more youthful and vibrant appearance.  Teeth whitening provides a fast and cost-effective way to get the smile of your …

White teeth are associated with beauty, increased confidence, and a healthy lifestyle. However, smoking and chewing tobacco, drinking black tea or coffee and wine, using medications such as tetracycline, swallowing too much fluoride, and aging can cause your teeth to become stained. Teeth whitening or bleaching involves the use of simple and non-invasive treatments designed …

While many dental procedures can be dreadful, teeth cleanings are easily tolerated by most people because they’re not only simple and painless, but also an important part of maintaining your long-term oral health. Ideally, dental cleanings should be performed every 6-12 months to prevent the buildup of plaque and tartar that can cause oral problems …

Dental Crowns are one of the most popular restorative and cosmetic treatments in dentistry. They provide a strong and durable cap that holds together a tooth that has been severely damaged and weakened by trauma or decay, helping to save a tooth that may otherwise have been extracted.  When Are Dental Crowns Used? Dental crowns …

Meet Krishna Neelagiri, DDS Dr.Krishna Neelagiri earned his DDS degree from Arthur A . Dugoni School of Dentistry, San Francisco with Honors. He has been working as a general dentist in the Bay area for over 10 years. During this time, he worked with patients of diverse backgrounds on many clinically challenging cases with special …