Posted on October 28, 2020 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
We are so proud to announce that our dentist in La Mesa, Dr. Jimmy Wu, has been named a 2020 Spectrum Award Winner by the City Beat News™! The Spectrum Awards are bestowed upon businesses and service-providers that have demonstrated excellence in customer satisfaction. The winners are chosen based on independently researched and verified ratings as they pertain to broad customer satisfaction criteria. This award is particularly meaningful to Dr. ... Continue Reading
Posted on July 2, 2020 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News
Chips, gaps, deep stains, and areas of misalignment are some of the most common cosmetic dental imperfections that people experience. Even just a minor chip or other concern affecting a specific tooth can have a big effect on overall smile aesthetics. Fortunately, there are several treatment options that can effectively address these concerns. Two of the most popular are porcelain veneers and cosmetic dental bonding, which are designed to treat ... Continue Reading
Posted on March 5, 2020 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
While it’s natural to think that the biggest danger posed by missing teeth is their effect on the appearance of your smile, the fact is that even just one lost tooth can result in serious consequences for both oral health and dental function. Additionally, those risks are present in virtually any region of the mouth where the teeth are missing, including the back areas of the upper and lower dental ... Continue Reading
Posted on November 14, 2019 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Practice News
Did you know that there are a number of ways to fix crooked and crowded teeth without the need for braces? The fields of cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics have seen many advances over the years that have made it possible to correct signs of teeth misalignment without relying on prominent metal braces to do the job. Whether you have a teenager who is worried about how their peers will react ... Continue Reading
Posted on October 3, 2019 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
For decades, dental crowns have been a standard treatment option to rebuild the structure of damaged teeth, enhance their function, and restore their appearance. As technology has advanced over the years, the process of creating dental crowns has become more precise, efficient, and convenient for patients. This is most evident in systems like CEREC® - an in-office milling machine that allows our dentist, Jimmy Wu, DDS, to design, manufacture, and ... Continue Reading
Posted on April 3, 2019 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics, Practice News
Times have dramatically changed for the better when it comes to orthodontic treatment options that allow patients to achieve straighter teeth without the need for braces. Many adults would like to correct what may be lifelong orthodontic concerns, but they don’t pursue treatment because they are wary about having noticeable metal brackets and wires on their teeth. Thankfully, braces are not the only effective options available. In fact, our dentist ... Continue Reading
Posted on March 14, 2019 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry
Have you ever chipped a tooth? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, chips and breaks among the teeth are some of the most common dental conditions we see here at our practice. Chips can often result from an injury, a fall, or trying to pry open a package or a bottle with the teeth, and even the smallest chip can noticeably affect smile aesthetics. Fortunately, there are effective and ... Continue Reading
Posted on February 21, 2019 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News
No matter how well we care for our teeth, some degree of staining or the development of a yellowish tinge on the teeth will likely occur at some point in life. This is largely due to foods and beverages we regularly consume over time (coffee, soda, and wine are prominent culprits), but the use of tobacco products and even just the natural aging process are contributors, as well. Numerous articles ... Continue Reading
Posted on March 1, 2017 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
The benefits of sedation dentistry are clear to most patients: significantly reduced anxiety, the ability to sit longer and more comfortably in the dentist’s chair, allowing the dentist more time to complete necessary dental work, and sometimes reducing the total number of required visits to the dentist’s office. With that in mind, patients who are considering the use of sedation dentistry often wonder what they should expect in terms of ... Continue Reading
Posted on February 22, 2017 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Practice News, Reconstructive Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry
Fear of the dentist is common among men and women of all ages. In some cases, patients actively put off or avoid necessary dental work due to worry or anxiety. Without prompt treatment, a minor dental issue could easily develop into a more complicated and costly problem. To help our patients at Sutra Dental Spa feel at ease while getting the care they need, we offer a popular sedation dentistry ... Continue Reading
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