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Dr. Ann Kelley and the staff of Kingsgate Dental believe patients should have access to quality care for their smiles. Not only should patients visit their dentist regularly for general dentistry concerns such as examinations, x-rays, cleanings, and fillings, but they are encouraged to ask their dentist about ways of enhancing their smiles. This includes whitening the teeth with professional treatments. Kirkland area patients are excited to learn more about the teeth whitening options available to them at Kingsgate Dental. Teeth best whitening option While some dental practices offer in-house whitening for same-day results, it has been found that these … Continue reading “Kirkland area dentist describes the benefits of professional teeth whitening”

Dr. Kelley works closely with all of her patients to help them achieve healthier, more beautiful smiles. When patients are affected by tooth loss, it not only impacts oral health, but also takes a toll on confidence. At Kingsgate Dental, we offer several solutions for restoring the smile after tooth loss. Replacing permanent teeth after loss is important for adults in order to avoid further problems. When teeth are missing it can cause remaining teeth to shift out of alignment. This causes two problems: Bone degeneration Difficulty with plaque removal Both of these problems can contribute to oral diseases and … Continue reading “Benefits of dental implants for Kirkland area patients”

At Kingsgate Dental, we believe that utilizing mercury-free, biocompatible materials is a benefit to all of our patients. Our dental services are designed around the philosophy that there is a connection between the health of the mouth and the rest of the body. At our office, you can count on receiving dental services that are safe and have your total wellness in mind. We offer all patients in Kirkland and the surrounding area mercury-free services. You may be wondering what that means? Mercury-free means we do not utilize silver amalgam fillings. If you have had a filling placed in the … Continue reading “Why Kirkland area patients should choose mercury free fillings”

There are two primary functions that teeth fulfill. They support our cheeks and lips giving the face an attractive appearance, and they enable us to chew food. When damage or loss occurs, our goal is to provide care that will restore each of these functions using the most lifelike, durable materials. Two of the most common dental restorations are crowns and bridges. Dental crowns There are several reasons why Kirkland dentist Dr. Kelley may suggest the placement of a dental crown. Because a crown offers full coverage all the way to the gum line, this method of repair is ideal … Continue reading “Why dental crowns and bridges are important to our Kirkland patients”

Gum disease is not a condition you want to wait out. It should be diagnosed early and treated properly in order to preserve tooth stability, fresh breath, comfort, and general health. You may have heard that your dentist can get an idea about your health just by looking in your mouth. This is because numerous studies indicate a direct correlation between the two. For this reason, hygiene and dental care are considered vital to well-being. Gum disease: Are you at risk? Some believe that gum disease is an age-related condition; that it affects only older adults and the elderly. This … Continue reading “Tips for preventing gum disease from your Kirkland dentist”