Implants replace front teeth
December 6, 2010 by Doug Larson
Filed under Implants
History: the patient was hit in the mouth when he was ten years old. Over the years the teeth were treated for many problems stemming from this trauma. Root canals were preformed, composite veneers were placed, the root canals were retreated. The teeth final failed after twelve years of service from external resorption. (This means the root surface was eaten away by the patient’s body.)
The teeth were removed and bone was placed in the sockets after a through removal of the tissue responsible for the resorption. The area was allowed to heal for 5 months using an acrylic temporary. The temp looked wonderful, better than the original teeth.
Hidden Braces: Update
November 16, 2010 by Doug Larson
Filed under Orthodontics
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A few weeks ago I started an orthodontic case on the lower anterior teeth. Here is the original post. |
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 Starting date: September 20. |
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 Photo taken: November 3
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| One more week of treatment and this case is ready to move to retainers. | |
Six Month Smiles: braces that don’t show
November 9, 2010 by Doug Larson
Filed under Orthodontics
Planning for seven or eight months of treatment.
It’s difficult to believe how well some braces blend into your teeth.
The case I’m showing is planned for seven or eight months. It’s moderately crowded. Nothing too exciting so far……….. here’s the kicker. Using brackets made from the same material as the white fillings allows them to blend into the teeth so well. All you can see is the white wire. The photo is not retouched, they just blend in.
The wire shows just how crooked the lower arch is.
Hidden Braces
October 1, 2010 by Doug Larson
Filed under Orthodontics
Slightly crooked teeth.
Straight Teeth
If you want your front teeth to be straight, don’t want braces to show, and aren’t willing to spend what it takes in time or money for Invisalign this may be the treatment for you.
These braces are placed on the inside of your teeth. A new low profile bracket without the sharp wings has been developed. Your tongue is comfortable but will notice the difference. The light pressure wire moves the teeth quite quickly.
The braces come in various forms and can be chosen according to fit the requirements of most patient’s specific requirements.
Our Patients With New Babies
August 16, 2010 by Doug Larson
Filed under Children
New babies grow so fast. It’s hard to remember just how small they were when their lives started.
In our office every patient with a new baby gets an impression of the babies hand. We make a cast model from it. Add some gloss and give Mom & Dad a terrific remembrance.
 Mom holds the babie's cast hand |
 Big brother has his and his brother's hand. |
 Both hands are about the same size.  Nice detail in the cast. |
| Doug Larson, DDS 42 West Campbell Avenue Campbell, CA 95008 408.374.6160 |
