Dental Health Blog

As dental technology continues to advance, cutting-edge imaging techniques like 3D Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) are transforming the world of dental implant procedures. These advancements offer a wealth of benefits for both patients and implant dentists....

Dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth, but the process can seem daunting if you don't know what to expect. Understanding the timeline of the implant process can help you feel more confident and prepared for the journey ahead. In...

Sure, dental implants are a great way to replace all of your missing teeth. But to be honest, not everyone qualifies for dental implant surgery, or there may be some reservations about how much dental implants cost. Dental implants are often the best...

Teeth bonding is a popular cosmetic treatment at our Chattanooga dental office. Unlike more conventional smile makeover procedures (like ceramic crowns, take-home whitening, or getting a porcelain veneer), teeth bonding is a simple, straightforward procedure that...

Dental veneers can completely transform your smile. They're often the go-to solution for cosmetic concerns, but what are dental veneers? Porcelain dental veneers leave your smile looking whiter, straighter, and perfectly shaped. But if you have missing teeth, there...

Does it feel like your smile or oral health needs a complete overhaul? Chattanooga full-mouth restoration takes your worn, broken teeth and transforms your bite into a healthy, functional, attractive accessory. At McOmie Family Dentistry, we take full mouth...

If you're about to undergo dental implant surgery, our Chattanooga dentist might recommend a dental bone graft. Dental bone grafting helps to reinforce that portion of your jaw bone, ensuring a stable foundation to support the future dental implant procedure. The...

Do you have a damaged or infected tooth? You might need a root canal or even an extraction. But how do you decide whether a root canal vs. extraction is best for your smile?  Ultimately, it comes down to how much physical damage there is to your natural tooth. If...

A dental emergency can be any common tooth problem that, left untreated or unaddressed, prevents you from being able to go to work, to school, or even eat a meal. If you're in pain or have a chipped tooth that's too embarrassing to be seen in public, it's a dental...

Looking to correct stained, missing, or crooked teeth? Our cosmetic dentist can help you enhance your natural teeth so that your smile looks and feel its best.  Since cosmetic dental problems vary from person to person, your smile makeover treatment...

Endodontic treatment, more commonly referred to as "root canal" therapy, is a routine dental procedure that's used to save teeth with deep decay, severe pain, abscesses, or cracks. Unfortunately, a lot of people have perceived notions that a root canal procedure...