Highland West Dental Care Blog

Our 3D-CBCT X-ray Machine in action. One of the many ways our office ensures the best outcomes for our patients.

Welcome to Highland West Dental Care, where we strive to provide our patients with the latest advancements in dental technology. Today, we are thrilled to introduce the game-changing Trios 3Shape scanner. This innovative device revolutionizes the way we gather digital impressions, making your dental experience faster, more comfortable, and highly accurate. Say goodbye to messy traditional molds and hello to a new era of digital dentistry. Let’s dive into the exciting world of the Trios 3Shape scanner!

More and more these days, I routinely see patients with severely worn and abraded teeth. While there are numerous causes of tooth wear (such as acidic diet, aggressive brushing, etc.) the most common cause is clenching and grinding of the teeth. As the stresses in our lives increase, we often find ourselves taking it out on our teeth.

Are your teeth sensitive to cold foods and drinks? If so, you may have some gingival recession. Gingival recession occurs when some of your gum tissue shrinks, exposing a part of the tooth root. The root structure of teeth is usually much more temperature-sensitive than the top, or coronal, part.

Snoring and sleep apnea are two of the most common sleep disorders that affect millions of people worldwide. While snoring is often seen as a mild annoyance, sleep apnea can be a serious condition that can lead to a range of health complications. Fortunately, there are treatments available for both of these conditions, and one of the most effective options is the use of mandibular advancement appliances. In this blog post, we will discuss the benefits of mandibular advancement appliances for treating snoring and sleep apnea.