The dental restorations performed at Dr. Michael Hollingsworth’s St. Joseph, Missouri clinic involve replacing the tooth enamel layer of a damaged or decayed tooth in an alternate material. The crown is then cemented onto the anchoring abutment with a very potent dental adhesive. While this bond is strong, it is not completely impervious to bacterial complications from chronic gum disease... read more »

A dental bridge is custom crafted in a state-of-the-art dental lab from durable materials. While it is intended to endure the rigors of daily chewing, there are still things that can chip or fracture a bridge. This is even more likely to occur if you play contact sports without the protection of a mouthguard or if you regularly grind your... read more »

Even though your teeth are tough, there are still times when a hard blow to the face can crack or shatter a tooth. This is even more likely if you play contact sports without wearing a quality mouth guard. At other times, some habits as ordinary as grinding your teeth at night can actually cause a significant fracture. The severity... read more »