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This patient had experienced acid reflux, leading to a very thin tooth enamel that contributed to a grey-brown hue. Whitening had not solved her aesthetic need, as there simply was not enough thickness of enamel to whiten. Furthermore, the thinness of the enamel had weakened the structure of the tooth, and began causing tiny micro-cracks…
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This patient’s teeth were developmentally affected by a condition called Hypo-calcification: a chalky, uneven white color and rough dull texture. Her first set of porcelain veneers were a uniform color, but much more yellow than looked right for this patient’s ruddy complexion. By the time she sought consultation, the original set of veneers had become…
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This patient had developed decalcified and dark stains on her front teeth after wearing braces as a teenager. The stains did not respond to bleaching or cleaning, as they were deep into the enamel. Our preparation of the teeth was conservative, removing only enough enamel to remove the stains and make room for a thin…
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This patient worked in technology and was contemplating a transition to management in his field, but he felt that his smile might prevent him from interviewing well for a position that he was otherwise well-qualified for. He had requested replacement of an existing gold-frame crown with a more natural looking restoration. The contour of the…
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This patient had become concerned with the dark discoloration evident on her top side teeth. She thought it was a normal side effect for older silver fillings, but multiple fillings had new decay around them. She elected to replace the failing fillings with crowns on the back teeth for strength and optimal performance. Additionally, by…
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This patient initially complained of the lack of proportion in his front top teeth: he never grew a left lateral incisor, and had been previously restored with a three-unit porcelain-metal bridge and to mask that; the adjacent three front teeth also were restored with porcelain-metal crowns to create a matched set. But to the patient’s…
Read MoreDr. Caughey is knowledgeable about dental care as well as how this affects your body. She willingly shares her knowledge to help you achieve your healthiest self.
Read MoreWHAT IS THE HOMEOBLOCK? The Homeoblock is a patented oral device that is designed to increase the total volume of the mouth, by bringing the lower jaw down and forward while sleeping. Provided the mouth is closed (which sometimes is assisted with mouth taping), this position helps improve the conditioning of air with Nitric Oxide,…
Read MoreThanks, as always , for Tiffany’s sharp eye and steady hand in caring for our 97-year old Mom. We so value her kindness and attentiveness, reflected by each member of this capable practice.
Read MoreDr Caughey and her staff make me feel welcome. They are extremely competent, and Dr Caughey listens carefully and patiently to my problem. It is well worth the 3 hour drive to see her and experience her care.
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