Are Dental Implants Worth It?
Like 178 million other people in the United States, you’re missing a tooth and want to learn what you can about your replacement options. If you’re wondering why dental implants are so popular — nearly five million dental implants are placed each year in the US (and this number is growing) — we review some of the many benefits […]
Teeth Whitening vs. Veneers: Which Is Right for Me?
You understand the power of white teeth, whether it’s fueling a great smile or you want to exude great health and vitality. Unfortunately, life has had other plans, and your teeth are falling short of white, leaning more toward a dull yellow or brown. You’re not alone, which explains why the teeth whitening industry in […]
What Are the Signs of Dry Socket After Wisdom Tooth Removal?
Sometimes, certain teeth can become more of a liability than an asset, making tooth extraction a good idea. Often, this involves those latecomers to your mouth — your wisdom teeth. If you’ve decided it’s no longer wise to hold onto these teeth and you’re undergoing a simple tooth extraction procedure with us, you want to ensure that […]
4 Tips to Care for a Dental Emergency Before Your Visit
Perhaps you know some rudimentary rules of thumb when it comes to emergency care — putting ice on a sprain or pressure on a bleeding wound. These situations can also crop up in your mouth, and we want to make sure you’re prepared. During the time between the initial accident or problem and seeing one […]
3 Great Benefits of All-on-4® Implant-supported Dentures
Did you know that approximately 40 million people in the United States are missing all of their teeth, which includes 30% of people between the ages of 65 and 74? If you find yourself among these numbers, like millions before you, you’re looking for the best tooth replacement option. At McLean Aura Dentistry, Dr. Negar Tehrani offers a fantastic […]
How to Protect Your Teeth After a Root Canal Procedure
Each day in the United States, dental providers perform a whopping 41,000 root canal procedures — or 15 million per year. Since this procedure is designed to save your tooth (and relieve your pain), like millions of others, you want to do what you can to extend these protective efforts. To help safeguard your teeth after a root […]
Start Your New Year Off Right with a Dental Exam and Cleaning
Many feel like 2023 may be the year when we can finally get back to normal, which means getting back to great routines like practicing preventive healthcare. When it comes to your all-important dental and oral health, the team here at McLean Aura Dentistry, including Dr. Negar Tehrani, is standing by to give our clients something […]
How to Care for Your Dental Abscess Before Your Visit
Dental abscesses — an infection in your tooth or gums — do not go away on their own and, in fact, can lead to serious complications if left untreated. The first step to take when you suspect you have an abscess is to avail yourself of our emergency dentistry services. While Dr. Negar Tehrani make every effort to […]
How (and Why) to Encourage Healthy Brushing and Flossing Habits in Your Child
It’s tough to understate the importance of healthy teeth in your child, as they rely on them to learn how to chew and speak. One of the biggest threats to healthy teeth is tooth decay. The statistics are alarming — half of children between 6 and 8 have at least one cavity in their baby teeth, and […]
4 Popular Reasons to Consider Veneers
You long to light up your face (and the room) with a great smile, but a few minor issues are holding you back. The odds are good that dental veneers can help. Of the tens of billions (yes, billions) of dollars Americans spend each year on cosmetic dentistry, dental veneers account for their fair share, thanks to […]
