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Bridgeport Dentist Dr. Michael Curtis Answers Common Questions About Dental Implants

Dental implants have quickly become the gold standard for tooth replacement. As a fairly new procedure (the first implant was placed in 1965) patients understandably have many questions about the benefits of dental implants. Dr. Michael Curtis, a well-known dentist in the Bridgeport, Trumbull area, takes a few minutes to answer some of the most frequent questions he receives.

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Bridegeport, Trumbull Dentist Performs Wisdom Teeth Extractions

Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, are the final set of teeth to erupt. Most people get them in their late teens or early twenties, though many times wisdom teeth become “impacted” or trapped under the gum. Wisdom teeth can be beneficial if they’re aligned and healthy but may become severely infected if they are impacted. Wisdom teeth can be trapped sideways, at an angle, or only partially erupt. In these cases, wisdom teeth may have to be removed

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Dr. Curtis Provides Exceptional Care in Bridgeport, CT

Gum disease is a bacterial infection that often goes unnoticed until it has progressed to an advanced stage. Left untreated, the bacteria can spread throughout the body, increasing your risk for diabetes, stroke, heart attack, osteoporosis, pregnancy complications, and more. At our Bridgeport, Trumbull dental office, we take gum disease seriously. Dr. Michael Curtis offers simple methods to alleviate your symptoms and set you back on the path to optimal oral health. (more…)

Tooth pain can range from mild sensitivity to severe aching that spreads to the jaw and face. Because nerve fibers of your teeth work differently than nerves in the rest of the body, it can be difficult to determine the source of the pain. Dr. Michael Curtis has 30 years of experience diagnosing tooth pain and can often provide solutions that will eliminate your discomfort easily and comfortably.

The Root of the Problem
Nerve fibers that connect to the teeth send pain signals to the brain, but they do not specify the location. A damaged back molar, for example, may cause the entire jaw to hurt, making it difficult to determine the source of tooth pain. A gentle dental professional with years of experience can help. (more…)

Dr. Michael Curtis Performs Oral Surgery
Oral surgery can seem intimidating for some; unless it’s performed by a dentist you know and trust. Dr. Michael Curtis has been performing oral surgeries for nearly 30 years, and he specialized in oral surgery during his postgraduate residency at the Montifiore Medical Center in New York. At his Bridgeport dental office, located near the Trumbull mall, Dr. Curtis provides comprehensive care for his patients, including oral surgery.

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Are you happy with your smile? What if you could improve your health and confidence with orthodontics in just 6 months? What if you could do it all comfortably and inconspicuously with clear braces? Sounds too good to be true, right? Dr. Curtis proudly offers 6 Month Braces-the latest teeth-straightening technology to our Bridgeport and Trumbull-area patients.

Using specially-formulated nickel-titanium wires and clear brackets, 6 Month Braces reposition the front teeth with low force in just 6 months. In most cases, we use tooth-colored wires, so you won’t have any metal showing in your mouth. In addition, 6 Month Braces typically cost about half the price of traditional orthodontics. So what are you waiting for?

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Tooth extraction does not have to be a negative or drawn-out experience. Dr. Michael Curtis can perform tooth extractions quickly and comfortably to treat a variety of dental conditions. Patients suffering from cracked, broken, decayed, or otherwise damaged teeth (who aren’t candidates for alternative treatment, e.g. root canal therapy) benefit from this straightforward procedure. As a general dentist, Dr. Curtis regularly performs simple tooth extractions at our Trumbull, Bridgeport dental office.  

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If you have tooth pain, a large cavity, or a broken tooth, Dr. Michael Curtis may suggest a tooth crown to restore strength and beauty. A tooth crown, also called a cap, fits over a tooth like a thimble on a finger. Handcrafted in a dental laboratory, tooth crowns will blend seamlessly with your natural smile. At hisTrumbull, Bridgeport dental office, Dr. Curtis designs and places tooth crowns in about two visits. 

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Advances in the dental equipment, procedures, and techniques have resulted in more comfortable, comprehensive care. At our Bridgeport, Trumbull dental office, we stay up-to-date with the latest advances in dentistry, because we’re dedicated to your health-and your comfort. See the difference modern dental technology makes when you visit Dr. Michael Curtis’ Bridgeport, dental office conveniently located two blocks from the Trumbull Mall. 

Our Bridgeport, Trumbull dental office features the following technologies:

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Why do I have to visit the dentist for checkups if nothing hurts? Because you can’t see what the dentist sees. Bridgeport, Trumbull dentist Dr. Michael Curtis uses magnification for every examination he does. And with a special camera, he can show you cavities, leaking fillings, gum disease, tooth wear, or even oral cancer that you would never know existed. Dr. Curtis can prevent small problems from developing into larger health concerns that will cost you considerably more time and money to fix in the future.

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