Oklahoma City Cosmetic Dentist Blog - Dr. Terry Bass, D.D.S.

Choosing an Implant Dentist

noreply@blogger.com (Tiffany) — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:43:00 +0000

Implanting a false tooth is one of the more complicated procedures a dentist can perform. For this reason it is important to make sure that you have chosen a dentist that has the right qualifications to perform this surgery. Depending on how fast you heal, the process of getting dental implants for a false tooth can last about 9 months. During this nine month period you'll want to be working with someone who is not only an expert in the field of implant dentistry, but someone who cares about his work and how his patients are feeling about it.

Dr. Terry Bass has received advanced training in implant dentistry from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies and has performed hundreds of dental implant operations. During this process, you will have to visit our office a number of times. This is why we make it our goal to give our patients the best possible experience by providing an assortment of amenities not normally offered by other dentists.

If you are searching for a qualified dentist to perform your implant surgery and you live in Edmond, Lawton, Norman, or Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, please contact Dr. Terry Bass, DDS to schedule an appointment for a consultation.

Headaches and TMJ

noreply@blogger.com (Tiffany) — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:43:00 +0000

Everyone has a tendency to hold their stress in different areas of the body. Some people hold it in their shoulders, some their back, and others hold it in their jaw. For those people who hold tension in their jaws, this tension can, over time, result in grinding teeth in sleep, clenching when feeling stress and can then lead to misaligned teeth. Overtime, this tension can travel to your temples and the rest of your head and neck resulting in painful headaches that many people believe are migraines.

TMJ and Migraines

For many people, headaches are the worst symptom they experience from TMJ. Many people will live with migraine-like headaches for years without realizing that Temporomandibular Joint Disorder could be causing them. Every case of TMJ is different and the treatment will therefore need to be different as well. Using the latest in dental technology, Dr. Terry Bass can design a custom treatment that is perfectly tooled towards your specific needs.

If you live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma or surrounding areas and you experience headaches on a regular basis and have any of the other symptoms of TMJ, then it is in your best interest to contact a qualified neuromuscular dentist like Dr. Terry Bass, DDS to take care of your pain where it starts.

Questions About General Dentistry

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:57:00 +0000

General dentistry covers a wide variety of different dental procedures. In addition to being a Cosmetic and Neuromuscular Dentist, Dr. Terry Bass and his team perform the whole spectrum of general dentistry procedures.

Common Questions About General Dentistry:

I experience anxiety over going to the dentist and often skip appointments because of the stress it causes me. Is there anything a dentist can do to help?

Yes! There are a number of different sedation techniques that are becoming more popular every year with dental patients. Dr. Terry Bass is a member of organizations such as DOCS (Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation) and stays up-to-date on the latest methods of sedation.

Is the mercury in dental fillings harmful to my health?

Dental fillings containing mercury may be harmful to your health, especially if you are pregnant. So far, the FDA has not found any conclusive evidence that mercury fillings are harmful, but Dr. Terry Bass and his team still prefer to steer clear of mercury just in case.

How important is it that I go in for a routine cleaning?

You should schedule and appointment for a routine cleaning once every six months. Not only do our dental hygienists clean your teeth thoroughly and check for cavities, we also see if you are brushing and flossing correctly. If you are missing spots, we will recommend a different method for brushing so your teeth can stay cleaner.

If you have need of a general dentist and live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma or surrounding areas, please contact Dr. Terry Bass, DDS to schedule an appointment today!

Help Us Continue To Do Our Best

noreply@blogger.com (Jessica) — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:06:00 +0000

Online customer reviews are a popular way for patients to share their experiences. Several websites are dedicated to online opinions and most have an area where you can post your opinion. Since many people are now determining which Dentist they want to visit from reviews, we great appreciate you sharing your experiences at our office!

Here are a list of websites that make it easy for you to share honest feedback about your experience with Dr. Terry Bass. We highly value your opinion. Your opinion gives us yet another reason to provide you with outstanding service. Please take a minute to post your opinion and share your experience with Dr. Bass and the team on one or more of the below sites:

Google.com - Google has a rating system that allows you to assign up to five stars for excellent service. In addition, you can write a short review on your experience. Visit our profile to rate our office.
Yelp.com - Yelp.com is another site that uses the five star rating system. Go directly to our profile to share your opinion.
Citysearch.com - From our profile page, click on "Write a Review" in the upper right corner. Share your opinion and experience.

We hope you've had a very positive experience with Dr. Terry Bass. We hope to see you again soon!

Choosing a TMJ Dentist

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:46:00 +0000

If you have experienced any of the symptoms associated with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ), you may be looking for the right dentist to help you in recovering from this sometimes-debilitating malady. Choosing the right neuromuscular dentist is a very important decision. Every case of TMJ is different and it takes a qualified dentist to correctly diagnose the root cause of your symptoms. Most dentists may not have the training or experience required to properly treat or diagnose TMJ.

At the office of Dr. Terry Bass, Oklahoma City neuromuscular dentist, you'll find everything you're looking for in a dentist that can help you recover from TMJ:

Education: Above and beyond his general studies to become a dentist, Dr. Terry Bass has received specialized training from the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. This gives him the qualifications necessary to insure that the cause of your TMD symptoms is correctly diagnosed and your treatment suits your needs.
Vast Experience: Dr. Terry Bass has helped literally thousands of patients with their unique situations and, using a number of specialized techniques, has been able to provide relief from the tremendous pain that can be caused by TMJ.

If you live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma or surrounding areas and are experiencing any symptoms of TMJ from severe tension headaches to popping sounds in the jaw, please contact the office of Dr. Terry Bass, DDS to schedule a consultation and see what treatment options are right for you.

Choosing a Sedation Dentist

noreply@blogger.com (Tiffany) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:46:00 +0000

If you are uncomfortable at the dentist’s office, or if you experience anxiety before or during a dental procedure or even during a routine cleaning, then choosing the right dentist to make your visits as comfortable as possible can be a very important decision. Dr. Terry Bass and his team are experienced in a number of different sedation dentistry techniques designed to suit your level of anxiety from minimal to extreme. Most of our patients say that they don’t even remember the visit.

Education and On-going Training

It’s important to not let anxiety or stress get in the way of you receiving the right dental care. This is why we make it our goal to stay up to date on the latest sedation methods and are actively involved with organizations such as DOCS (Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation). Along with the very best in education from LVI, these factors should all contribute to your decision in picking the sedation dentist that is right for you.

A Comfortable Atmosphere

Many people experience just as much stress over the sights, sounds, and smells of a dentist’s office as they do over being in the dentist’s chair itself. At our office we make it our goal to provide you with the most comfortable experience possible by offering amenities such as hot towels, 3D movies, refreshments and snacks. Also, our friendly staff is always ready with a smile or words of encouragement.

If you experience anxiety over visiting the dentist, but are in need of dental care and live in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma or surrounding areas, please schedule a consultation with Oklahoma sedation dentist, Dr. Terry Bass as soon as possible to see what kind of sedation dentistry is right for you.

Conscious Sedation

noreply@blogger.com (Tiffany) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:39:00 +0000

Dental procedures, even common ones like cleaning, can be a little bit frightening. This can lead to anxiety and a strong resistance to seeing a dentist, particularly in those who have experienced pain or discomfort from dental procedures in the past. With today’s advances in conscious sedation however, your visit to our office can be comfortable, easy, and relaxing.

Fear of seeing a dentist can negatively impact your overall oral health. It can keep you from achieving the smile you’ve always wanted, and even impact your willingness to undergo simple procedures like cleaning and polishing. Sedation dentistry allows patients who associate fear with dental procedures to receive the same excellent, effective treatments as everyone else, without the fear and discomfort associated with dental procedures.

Sedation dentistry is safe, effective, and easily available. Our experienced sedation dentistry team can provide you with the level of sedation necessary for your comfort through a variety of methods. From nitrous oxide, to pills, and even to moderate sedation through an IV, we have the methods and expertise necessary to ensure your comfortable dental experience.

Removing the fear from dental visits will allow you to perfect your smile; providing you with the opportunity to face the world with renewed confidence, self assurance, and optimal oral health.

If you live in or around Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and have avoided seeing a dentist out of fear or anxiety, please contact the office of Dr. Terry Bass for a consultation and review of your sedation options.

Choosing a Cosmetic Dentist

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:32:00 +0000

There are several factors to consider when looking for a cosmetic dentist. Experience, training, and continuing education are all as important as professionalism, and a warm, friendly personality. It is important when considering a cosmetic dentist that you feel comfortable both with their abilities and their demeanor; this is, after all, a professional relationship that relates to your personal comfort.

Dr. Terry Bass is a highly-skilled, professional, and friendly cosmetic dentist. He was trained at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies, and because he is both trained and experienced in several areas of dentistry, he posses the education and skills to work with you in all aspects of creating the perfect, healthy smile.

Making sure your cosmetic dentist is utilizing the most up to date technology is important to ensure both quality and comfort. Our office is committed to keeping up to date, and trained in all aspects of dentistry. We strive to ensure the procedures we perform are as safe and painless as possible. And that’s important not only to guarantee your safety, but to make sure you're comfortable and satisfied with your results.

Financial considerations are also a necessity, particularly in these tough economic times. We believe that everyone deserves a healthy, beautiful smile, and as such, offer a wide variety of financing options to fit any budget. That's just one more step we take to make sure your experience is comfortable, relaxed, and pleasant.

If you live in or around Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and are considering cosmetic dental procedures, please contact Dr. Terry Bass, for a consultation that will leave you feeling safe, and happy with your choices.

Neuromuscular Dentistry

noreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:10:00 +0000

Neuromuscular dentistry is used to correct issues with your muscles, tendons, jaw bone/joint, and teeth and gums. This treatment focuses on correcting misalignment of the jaw, which in turn can lead to problems with eating, speaking, and even larger postural issues.

There are several symptoms that can be treated through neuromuscular dentistry. These symptoms include, but are not limited to:

• Headaches/migraines, and earaches
• Back, shoulder, and neck pain
• Facial pain, and/or swelling, particularly around the jaw joints
• Lockjaw, or limited mobility
• Jaw deviations to one side
• Clicking or popping in the jaw

Symptoms can also include nasal infections, ear infections, and nausea. If you experience any of these symptoms, neuromuscular dentistry may be an ideal solution for you.

Neuromuscular dentistry utilizes a number of computerized instrumentation, along with extensive training, and experience, to diagnose, treat, and cure issues related to jaw placement and function. Procedures vary by the needs of the patient and can include complex procedures like full mouth restoration, to simple oral appliance treatments like Pure Power Mouthguard. Our goal is to completely cure these issues, and we have the experience and training necessary to customize the option most suited to your personal needs.

If you live in or around Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and are experiencing any discomfort in your jaw, or would like more information on neuromuscular dentistry and how it can benefit you please contact Dr. Terry Bass, an experienced neuromuscular dentist, for your initial consultation.

Porcelain Veneers

noreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 20:45:00 +0000

Custom designed, and shaped and colored to match your existing teeth, porcelain veneers offer a fast, economical fix for a number of cosmetic issues. Teeth that are discolored past the point of whitening procedures; large gaps in between teeth; crooked, misshapen, or uneven teeth, all can be effectively covered with porcelain veneers.

Veneers mask flaws in the teeth by providing a natural looking cover. They can be used in larger procedures like instant orthodontics, to smaller, tooth by tooth procedures. They are an ideal way to correct minor imperfections in your smile, resorting confidence, self-esteem, and beauty, and allowing you the freedom to show off your smile in any situation.

The process for veneers is simple and noninvasive. It only takes three office visits to perfect your smile. During the first visit, you will choose your new veneers. The second visit is when your teeth are prepared to accept the new veneers, and they are placed during your third visit; beauty and functionality fully restored. Veneers are durable, stain resistant, and very cost effective, making them ideal for a wide variety of patients.

Porcelain veneers are easily replaceable if they should become damaged or stained. This, coupled with their simple, fast placement, makes them an attractive alternative to more invasive, costly, and time consuming procedures. Best of all, the positive results achieved through veneers are immediate.

If you live in or around Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and would like to perfect your smile with an easy, affordable procedure, please contact experienced cosmetic dentist, Dr. Terry Bass for an initial consultation and review of your options.

TMJ/TMD

noreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:10:00 +0000

A properly functioning temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is necessary for a vast number of basic functions. This flexible joint allows for all movement in the jaw; from talking, to chewing, and even to yawning, it is vital that this joint be in working order.

Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) encompass any malfunctioning of the TMJ. This can include limited movement in the mouth, and complete lockjaw, but can also cause ear and headaches, sore muscles in the neck, shoulder, and back, and even nausea. Some symptoms of TMD are similar to those of other ailments. It is important to have an experienced neuromuscular dentists assess your symptoms and determine if they are indeed due to TMD.

TMD can be caused by trauma to the TMJ from an accident, or through habits like grinding the teeth. Symptoms range from mild to severe, but left untreated, TMD can have long-lasting, painful consequences.

There are a number of treatment options for TMD, ranging from simple procedures like mouthguards and tooth recontouring, to more in-depth surgical and orthodontic procedures. Our goal is to permanently fix TMD, and as such, the procedure best suited to your needs will be determined and implemented.

If you live in or around Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and are experiencing problems you believe may be related to your TMJ, please contact the office of Dr. Terry Bass immediately for an initial consultation.

Are Cosmetic Dental Procedures Affordable?

noreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted) — Thu, 07 May 2009 22:47:00 +0000

Cosmetic dentistry is often considered a vanity procedure. Something movie stars, models, and public figures use to make themselves more pretty for the camera. We believe everyone deserves a smile they can be proud of; a smile that beams with self assurance, natural ease, and exposes healthy, radiant teeth.

There are a number of reasons to consider cosmetic dentistry, such as routine procedures like tooth whitening and more complex surgical procedures like full mouth restoration. We work closely with our patients to ensure the right solution for your smile; allowing you to go forward with confidence, restored functionality, and satisfaction in knowing your smile reflects who you really are.

In these tough economic times, it is important to remember that your smile is the first thing most people notice. In social situations, job interviews, and meetings with potential clients, you don’t want an awkward or uncomfortable smile to interfere with the impression you’re trying to make. Feeling comfortable with your smile is a surefire way to make a positive impact.

We offer many financing options for our patients, and take special care in working with each individual to make sure the smile you deserve will fit into your budget.

If you live in or around Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, please contact the office of Dr. Terry Bass to discuss your financing options, and start on your way to the smile you’ve always wanted.

Metal-Free Dentistry

noreply@blogger.com (Evan Langsted) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 16:02:00 +0000

Many people have fillings or restorations that are metal based. For a long time, this is just the way things were. Getting a filling meant a filling made from an amalgam of metals, including mercury. However, as with everything, dentistry has changed with the times. As a result, we are a practice that is metal-free.

There are many reasons why metal is a poor choice for restorations. Mercury has been linked to health issues, and there are those who believe that even a small amount can have negative effects on the body. While the research on this is not conclusive, peace of mind to our patients is one of the reasons we avoid mercury.

Other reasons include the way mercury looks in the mouth, as well as the way the metal expands and contracts with temperature. Having teeth that look metal, and that may crack due to expanding or contracting, does not seem like a smart way to treat those who need restorations.

As a result, we use natural looking restorations for fillings, crowns, and veneers with porcelain and other materials. In this way, no one will be able to tell that you have fillings or have had restorative work, and the material is much better for your natural teeth.

Dr. Bass performs removal of mercury in a safe and effective way. If you are interested in having mercury removed from your mouth, please contact our Oklahoma City, Oklahoma area metal-free dental practice for an initial consultation.

Welcome to Terry Bass, DDS

noreply@blogger.com (Bonnie) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 16:04:00 +0000

Welcome to the office of Terry Bass, D.D.S., where smiles come to shine.