Are you experiencing dental phobia? We can help! It’s common for people to feel a little uneasiness before coming into the dentist. But for millions of Americans, that uneasiness manifests as dental phobia. In fact, as many as 20% of people report they avoid going to the dentist because of it! [...]
Are You in Dental Pain? Call Us and We’ll See You Soon. Timberhill Dental is the toothache dentist in Corvallis — we’re here when you need us the most. Contact us right away if you’re experiencing any of the following: Sudden and sharp pain in your face and mouth Dull throbbing [...]
We hope that you and your family are in good health! As you may have heard, Governor Brown recently announced that dental offices may return to performing elective dental care. As of May 1st, we’re back to seeing patients for cleanings, exams, and other non-urgent dental treatments. Most importantly, we’re doing [...]
Here at Timberhill Dental, we always stay up to date with the most recent advancements in dental technology. Incorporating the latest techniques and tools allows us to provide minimally invasive, world-class dental care to our patients. That’s why we recently purchased a CEREC® Prime Scan — the latest and greatest technology for scanning [...]
Did you know tooth decay is the #1 chronic health issue affecting kids 6-19 today? Luckily, tooth decay is preventable, which is why it’s never too early to start teaching kids how to take care of their teeth. Establishing a healthy routine not only prevents problems now, but it also sets [...]
Something bothering you about your smile? Wanting to correct a cosmetic issue is completely natural. Studies show more than 1/3 of people are unhappy with their smile. This makes sense considering the appearance of your smile plays a huge role in your self-confidence. The problem is when people view cosmetic improvements [...]
Some estimates say up to 178 million Americans are missing at least one permanent tooth. But in 2019, missing teeth are not the end for your smile. You have options! Spurred by the increasing number of studies reporting the dangers of missing teeth, modern-day dentistry has developed a variety of high-tech [...]
High-tech treatments are changing the world of cosmetic dentistry. Here at Timberhill Dental, we’re always looking for innovative and high-tech ways to make our patients’ smiles brighter and more healthy. Is cosmetic dentistry important? For many many years, cosmetic dentistry just wasn’t a priority for many dentists. [...]
For decades, the vast majority of a dentist’s work was finding problems (mostly cavities) and fixing them (usually by drilling or extracting the tooth). Restoring the function of the tooth with a silver filling, gold crown, or denture. Today, dentists recognize the connection between how a person looks and how they feel. Modern [...]
Hard food and sports injuries are common causes of big chips and cracks in your teeth. But what about little imperfections or slightly worn teeth? Where do those come from? Should you worry about them? Let’s find out. Small chips and cracks Run your tongue across [...]