Living with missing teeth is a challenge! You may find eating and chewing to be more difficult without your tooth, and this can cause your health and nutrition to suffer. You may also feel self-conscious or embarrassed about smiling or talking to others when your tooth is missing, which affects your confidence and your relationships. Don’t lose hope because Dr. Blaine Kennington has solutions for you! Here’s more information about Castle Rock dental implants and other options for missing teeth.
Castle Rock Dental Implants and Other Options For Missing Teeth
September 18, 2016
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Are Clear Braces Right for Me?
August 7, 2016
Have you always wanted to have a straight smile but do not want to deal with the unattractive appearance and discomfort of traditional braces? Now, you may not have to. Invisalign has quickly become the most preferred form of orthodontics because it does not involve the use of any wires or brackets. Instead, clear plastic aligner trays are worn over the teeth to move the teeth into their proper alignment. While Invisalign is effective, it is not a suitable treatment for everyone. As a dentist for Invisalign in Castle Rock, we have the information you need to help determine if Invisalign is right for you.
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Sedation Dentistry Helps You Relax Through Dental Care
June 28, 2016
If you dread the dentist, you’re not alone — it’s estimated that as many as a third of Americans deal with some sort of dental fear. But when that anxiety turns into a barrier that prevents you from receiving the oral care you need, you’ve got a problem. That’s why Cowlitz River Dental is happy to provide options in sedation dentistry. From light nitrous oxide to oral conscious and IV sedation, we can help you evaluate your need for sedation and proceed appropriately to help you relax your way through your next dental appointment.
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Traditional Braces vs. Invisalign in Castle Rock WA
April 27, 2016
Cowlitz River Dental provide orthodontic treatments to give you the beautiful straight smile you’ve always wanted. We provide outstanding results with individualized attention that caters to your individual needs. We offer traditional braces and Invisalign to allow you to move your teeth into their proper alignment while also resolving bite issues. While both are effective forms of orthodontic care, many have come to prefer Invisalign in Castle Rock WA. Invisalign offers certain advantages that just aren’t possible with metal braces. As your orthodontist, we have everything you need to know about the differences between the two.
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Why CEREC Crowns Are The Quickest Way to a Beautiful Smile
March 30, 2016
Receiving the news that you need a crown is not always the best. While the procedure will help to restore and strengthen you tooth, it’s typically a three to four week process involving multiple appointments, and that’s only if there’s no issues with your temporary crown. Well, stress no longer because your Castle Rock dentist, Dr. Blaine Kennington wants to share why CEREC crowns are the quickest way to a beautiful smile!
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For an Emergency Dentist, Castle Rock Trusts Cowlitz River Dental
February 28, 2016
A dental checkup, a tooth-colored filling, a dental crown, dental implants and periodontal therapy. These are all services that you can conveniently schedule with Dr. L. Blaine Kennington at Cowlitz River Dental. But what happens when there isn’t time to call and make an appointment? When you’re in the midst of a dental emergency, you need an experienced dentist who can treat you skillfully, compassionately and speedily. Dr. Kennington is the emergency dentist Longview, WA, residents trust to care for them and family members when they need urgent care.
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Tooth Extraction with the Dentist Castle Rock Trusts
December 14, 2015
As a conservative dentist, Dr. Kennington of Cowlitz River Dental in Castle Rock, WA, aims to help his patients keep their natural teeth for as long as possible—for a lifetime preferably. However, there are times when tooth extraction is necessary. In these instances, Castle Rock dentist Dr. L. Blaine Kennington is the trained and experienced dental professional you can trust to extract one or more teeth with barely any discomfort.
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Relieve the Pain of Your Toothache – Call Your Dentist near Longview
November 12, 2015
Toothaches don’t happen the day of your dental appointment, but the day you develop a toothache, you should call Cowlitz River Dental for a same-day emergency appointment. Our Castle Rock dental team emphasizes preventive dentistry to preserve oral health and natural dental structure. One of the best ways to ensure our team is able to repair your smile is to contact Cowlitz River Dental as soon as a toothache occurs. The sooner we diagnose and treat the cause of your toothache, the less likely it is we will have to remove and replace the affected tooth. Read on to learn the signs and symptoms of potentially damaging toothache causes, and when to reach out to our team for emergency care.
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Sedation Dentist Dr. L. Blaine Kennington Makes Anxious Patients Comfortable
October 8, 2015
With Halloween around the corner, now seems like the opportune time to bring up a scary subject—seeing the dentist. If the mere thought of dental treatment sends chills down your spine and causes you to delay or completely avoid dental care, then Dr. L. Blaine Kennington and the team at Cowlitz River Dental in Castle Rock, WA, can help. No matter how severe your dental anxiety or phobia may be, we offer three types of sedation dentistry and one is sure to calm your nerves.
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Your Emergency Dentist near Longview, WA
September 16, 2015
By definition, an emergency never happens according to schedule. And whatever the emergency happens to be, it will usually throw an otherwise normal and enjoyable day into chaos. To curtail the chaos, it helps to be prepared and familiar with the steps that should be immediately taken. If you’re having a dental emergency, then your first step should be to ask for some help. Make a phone call to Cowlitz River Dental at 360-703-9092. Dr. L. Blaine Kennington and his team in Castle Rock, WA, will help to allay your worries and offer prompt emergency dental care.
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