This is one of the most common questions that is asked at Element Dental and, unfortunately, it does not have a simple answer. Just as every patient we see is unique, so is their treatment plan. Some patients have very simple problems which require less appliances and...
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Smile with Invisalign Teen®!
Invisalign Teen is designed with today’s youth in mind. These clear, removable orthodontic aligners can straighten your teeth without the need for metal wires and brackets. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign Teen aligners are comfortable, nearly invisible,...
June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, and almost three out of five children aged 12 to 19 have tooth decay. Since June is...
When should a filling be replaced?
There is no substitution for a natural healthy tooth. Dental fillings are intended to replace tooth structure and restore a tooth damaged by decay (a cavity) back to its normal function and shape. Silver (amalgam) and tooth-colored (composite) fillings last a long...
Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American flags being waved in the air on a beautiful day in...
When is the best age to begin orthodontic treatment?
Most parents know that routine dental care should begin during their child’s toddler years. And many assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Dr. McCauley and Associates for an initial orthodontic consultation. The...
Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their child’s visits to Element Dental. Whether it’s driving their kids to regularly scheduled...
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Element Dental. Everyone wants a glowing and radiant white smile when the sun comes around and we have a few reminders to keep...
What exactly is tinnitus?
It’s estimated that about one in every five people is affected by tinnitus, which is a ringing or noise in the ears. But tinnitus isn’t a condition in itself; it’s actually the symptom of an underlying condition. Some of these underlying conditions...
Make Every Day Earth Day
Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring attention and education to global environmental issues. Conserving our natural resources, reducing water and air...