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Rochester Dentist: Learn More About Our Clear Braces for Adults

For adults, a smile riddled with dental issues, such as misalignment, can be embarrassing. Unfortunately, most adults feel the same away about braces. Thankfully, with Clear Aligner Systems, your Rochester dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, can correct your smile without the use of metal braces. In today’s blog, Dr. Calcagno provides a fun quiz to explain […]

Rochester Dentist Answers Questions About Removable Braces

Many people feel apprehensive about seeking care for their dental misalignment because they believe traditional orthodontics are their only option. While metal braces work, they can be both unsightly and uncomfortable. Fortunately, a practically invisible option exists for correcting crooked teeth. In today’s blog, your Rochester dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, answers questions about the Clear […]

Rochester Dentist Explains the Link Between Headaches and TMD

Do you experience chronic headaches? What about face or jaw pain? If so, you may be suffering from a serious medical issue known as TMJ disorder, or TMD. In the United States alone, over ten million people currently exhibit the symptoms of TMJ disorder. Thankfully, your Rochester dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, offers treatment for TMD. […]

Rochester Dentist: Learn More About Restoring Crooked Teeth with Today’s Quiz

Crooked teeth are a common and embarrassing dental problem. Many people assume metal braces provide the only viable option for addressing unsightly misalignment. Thankfully, an esthetically pleasing alterative to traditional orthodontics is available. In today’s blog, your Rochester dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, offers a fun and informative quiz to explain how Clear Aligner Systems provides […]

Rochester Dentist Answers FAQs About Repairing Broken Teeth

What do you do when you break a tooth? A damaged tooth leaves your smile vulnerable to bacteria and infection. Thankfully, your Rochester dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, can repair broken teeth. In today’s blog, Dr. Calcagno discusses our cosmetic and restorative procedures. […]

Rochester Dentist Discusses Children’s Dentistry

Does your child suffer tooth sensitivity or chronic toothaches? If so, he/she may have a cavity. In the United States, children as young as two are developing tooth decay. In order to keep your little one’s smile free of decay, your child needs regular dental care. Thankfully, your Rochester dentist, Dr. Gilly Calcagno, offers quality […]

Rochester MN Dentist: What Do You Know About Porcelain Veneers?

What do you not like about your smile? According to a study conducted by Wakefield Research last year, over a third of Americans are unhappy with their smiles. Unfortunately, many assume they would need to undergo multiple procedures and innumerable office visits to improve their smile. We understand your schedule is hectic, which is why […]

Rochester, MN Dentist Answers Questions About Implant Dentures

Do you suffer from advanced tooth loss? According to research from the American Association of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgeons, by age 74 over 26% of American adults are missing all of their teeth. Once this occurs, many people feel they have no choice but to turn to traditional dentures. In addition to requiring messy adhesives, […]

Tooth Colored Crowns Produce Flawless Smiles, Says Rochester Dentist

The inception of crown (or cap) placement dates back thousands of years to ancient Egyptian times. While their crowns were made of gold and were meant to showcase wealth, today crowns reinforce weaker teeth for improved oral function. Furthermore, technological advancements have made these restorative dental repairs practically undetectable to the untrained eye. With the […]

Rochester Dentist Offers Clear Braces as an Orthodontic Alternative

Everyone seeks the perfect smile, yet no one seems to have one naturally. In terms of straight teeth, teenage years bring metal braces with constant tightening appointments. In the past, metal braces were the only option for readjusting teeth, yet with the introduction of Clear Aligner Systems your can realign your smile without the unappealing […]