Do you feel self-conscious about a gap between your teeth? At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we understand that gaps, while sometimes charming, can cause concerns about your smile. Fortunately, porcelain veneers offer a seamless, natural-looking solution that can enhance your appearance and boost your confidence. Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells designed to cover […]
Cosmetic Dentistry
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It

Attention dental patients of the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry: brushing twice daily may help decrease your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart […]
Let That Winning Smile Shine

Everyone in Chattanooga wants a winning smile. But as we age, it can get harder and harder to keep your smile bright. Grappling with yellowed, discolored, stained, or even multi-colored teeth? Teeth whitening with the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry might be the answer. These irregularities are usually simple to correct. A Brighter, Whiter Smile […]
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile

When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career, […]
What If My Dental Insurance Doesn’t Cover Dental Implants?

For years, the dental industry has been advocating implants as the preferable tooth restoration option in most circumstances. However many dental insurers don’t cover dental implants. The dental insurance industry seems to be stuck in 1970. For example, many insurers will cover dental bridges. At Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, we stay at the forefront […]
5 Smile Solutions at Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry

Many Chattanooga professionals, students, and retirees are enjoying the lasting benefits of aesthetic dentistry. A brilliant smile not only looks great, it makes you feel great! At the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry, patients can achieve the smile they’ve always dreamed of. Start the Day With a Smile When you first look in the mirror […]
Treatment For Sensitive Teeth

For those individuals who feel pain when they sip their morning coffee or who cringe each time they brush or floss, Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry is here for you. Dentist Trey Carico has been treating this common dilemma since 1975. Daily Oral Hygiene The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral […]
An Ugly Duckling In Your Mouth?

Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all of your other teeth are nicely shaped and pearly white, guess what other people notice? Yep, the ugly duckling. You have probably experienced that yourself when you have looked at a smile that contains one discolored tooth. No matter how hard you […]
What Is A Canted Midline?

Dentist Trey Carico of the Chattanooga Center for Comprehensive Dentistry considers many factors when designing a smile for any smile makeover patient. One of the smile design elements involved is the facial midline. The proficient cosmetic dentist considers the length and angle of the facial midline to accurately position porcelain crowns, veneers, and dental implants. […]
Transform Your Smile with These Three Easy Cosmetic Dentistry Techniques

Have you ever dreamed of a dazzling smile that lights up a room? You’re not alone. A radiant smile boosts confidence and leaves a lasting impression. With cosmetic dentistry, achieving your ideal smile is easier than ever. Before the year ends, consider three effective techniques: teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and clear braces. Whether you want […]