Facts About Your Pets Dental Health

Everyone loves their pets, but often times we forget about their oral hygiene. Once a year you should have your pet get their teeth and gums checked by your veterinarian. This is to check for any signs of an unhealthy mouth and prevent any problems they may be experiencing. Veterinary dentistry can include anything from cleanings and fillings, to extractions. When your pet gets to the veterinarian they will begin with an oral exam of the animals’ mouth to evaluate the health of the roots below the gumline. A typical dental cleaning for your pet will include scaling because most … Read more…

Smile Makeover with Philly Dentistry

Porcelain veneers are a cosmetic dentistry procedure that can correct many dental issues at one time. Just a few examples are, if you have chipped, misaligned, or stained teeth you can have those issues resolved in just two visits. What to except with veneers when you decide to get that smile you always wanted from Philadelphia Dentistry. On your first visit the dentist will begin by making impressions of your teeth. After that, they will then create a mold of how your teeth will look once your veneers are placed. The molds of your teeth are then sent over to … Read more…

June Monthly Special $1000 off 8 veneers

During the whole month of June, Philadelphia Dentistry is offering an amazing deal of $1000 off 8 porcelain veneers. With veneers you can completely change your smile to the smile you always wanted. Don’t be embarrassed or unhappy with your smile anymore because when it comes to your happiness, life is too short not to smile. If you don’t have time to whiten or straighten your teeth with the traditional methods, veneers are a great way to quickly improve your smile. Veneers look just like natural teeth and with our accomplished doctors who stay up to date with the latest … Read more…

10 Uses For Your Old Toothbrushes

It is recommended by the American Dental Association to change your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months.  Instead of discarding them immediately, we wanted to give you some ideas for uses for the old toothbrushes that come very much in handy! Not only will the old toothbrushes be useful in and around the house, they will help you save some money on cleaning products too.  Before reusing the toothbrush be sure to soak it in a sink full of hot water and 1 cap of household bleach, or alternatively you can soak it in a combination mix of ½ water and ½ … Read more…

Mother’s Day Invisalign Special

At Philadelphia Dentistry we’re celebrating Mother’s Day the whole month of May! We appreciate everything mothers do for their kids and that’s why we are offering $500 off Invisalign, plus free teeth whitening included. Invisalign is the best way to straighten your teeth without the hassle and embarrassment of those old fashion metal braces. Patients often have some questions about Invisalign before starting treatment. Here are the most frequently asked questions by our patients. How many hours a day do I wear my aligners? You should only be removing your aligners to eat and clean your teeth. So typically, you … Read more…

2018 MDA Muscle Walk

Event On the morning of May 12, 2018 Philadelphia Dentistry will be participating in the MDA Muscle Walk at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia at 10:00a.m. Whether these terrible diseases have affected someone you know and love, or if you simply just want to help make a difference and raise money for these muscle-debilitating diseases, come join us! MDA Walk The MDA walk is more than just a walk, by participating you are helping to change the lives of those in need so they can grow stronger and live longer. This walk also bonds families, friends, local businesses and neighbors … Read more…

Whitening Your Teeth – Professional Vs. Drug Store Methods

One of the first things that someone notices about you is your smile. By whitening your teeth you can drastically improve the appearance of your teeth, improving confidence and everyday life. There are many different options that can be used for whitening your teeth. Some of these can be done at home while others are done professionally at a dental office. There are also small changes to your daily habits, nutrition and your oral hygiene regimen at home that can be made in order to decrease staining of your teeth to help them stay bright. At Philadelphia Dentistry we offer free whitening consultations so … Read more…

The New Invisalign Outcome Simulator

Invisalign Outcome Simulator Philadelphia Dentistry now offers an in office Invisalign outcome simulator with the iTero scanner, which allows patients to see what their teeth may look like after they finish their Invisalign treatment. This is a great way to communicate with the patient all the benefits that Invisalign offers. It makes it easy to see exactly how the teeth will move into place over time to create that perfect smile you always wanted. Patient Peace of Mind One of the main benefits of having the Invisalign outcome simulator is if the patient is unsure if Invisalign is right for … Read more…

Benefits of Cerinate Lumineers

One of the first things you notice when meeting someone is their smile. Everyone wants that perfect beautiful smile to help with their confidence. After all, a beautiful smile is life changing, it can open new doors that you didn’t think you could go through with your old smile. There are many different options at Philadelphia Dentistry for smile makeovers and one of the most popular options that can fix so many problems are, Cerniate Lumineers. The great thing about Cerninate Lumineers are that they can solve many cosmetic problems, such as, chipped, broken, stained, gaps, crooked and small teeth. … Read more…

Porcelain Veneers – Am I A Candidate?

Patients often come into our office wondering if porcelain veneers are the right cosmetic solution for their smile. At Philadelphia Dentistry, Dr. Ken Cirka and Dr. Jessica Meier are highly trained in cosmetic dentistry and will study your unique smile and let you know if porcelain veneers are right for you and if they are the correct first step in your treatment. Similar to building a house, the foundation is the most important consideration to begin with. At your cosmetic consultation Dr. Cirka and Dr. Meier will do a complimentary examination and cavity detection x-rays to first determine the health of your teeth and your gums. If any work is needed to get healthy … Read more…