Are you in search for the best over-the-counter whitening product available? If so, our Ferguson & Associates, DDS team is happy to help you! According to the ConsumerSearch editors at consumersearch.com, the following over-the-counter whitening treatments are the best products to purchase today: -Crest® 3D White Luxe Whitestrips Professional Effects: Many claim that these whitening strips remove 14 years of... read more »
Having Dr. Sean Ferguson restore a tooth with a crown often requires two appointments. During the first appointment they formed an abutment and took an impression of it and the surrounding teeth. The impression is sent off to a dental lab where your custom crown is made. While you await the permanent crown’s completion, Dr. Sean Ferguson will secure a... read more »
Your gums are an essential part of your mouth. They help to support and protect your teeth. But important as they are, they are quite prone to disease and infection. Maintaining adequate oral hygiene is crucial for healthy gums and a healthy mouth overall. One of the main functions of gums is to protect your teeth. Now, the teeth already... read more »
Dr. Sean Ferguson secures all crowns with a very strong dental cement that is meant to stand the test of time. Unfortunately, there are rare instances when a hard fall, blow to the face, or bacteria from gum disease can actually weaken the cements hold down your crown. Should one of your crowns feel loose, you need to call Dr.... read more »
Some people believe that it’s OK to ignore a dental cavity and avoid the dental office. If you could be considered as one of these people, then Dr. Sean Ferguson and our Ferguson & Associates, DDS team are happy to tell you that that is not the case. If you delay treatment, you might need more dental work than just... read more »
At the family dental practice of Dr. Ferguson, Dr. Batra, and Dr. Smith in Kimball, Michigan, we are pleased to offer dental implants for our patients seeking a natural looking smile after losing a tooth (or several). Losing teeth is not uncommon, whether by tooth decay, gum disease or injury to the mouth. No matter what the cause, our dental implants... read more »
Teeth get their color not from the outer enamel layer, but from the dentin underneath. Dentin comes in a variety of shades, and can yellow over time as we age. Teeth also pick up stains from food items and other sources. There are all kinds of teeth whitening products available to deal with stained and discolored teeth, but which should... read more »
At the dental practice of Dr. Scott Ferguson, Dr. Neha Batra, and Dr. Logan Smith in Kimball, Michigan, we are pleased to offer mercury-free fillings for our patients' healthy smiles. Amalgam fillings, or mercury fillings, consist of a combination of silver, tin, copper, zinc and mercury. Because amalgam fillings have mercury in them, they release small amounts of mercury into your... read more »
When Ferguson & Associates, DDS restored your tooth with a bridge, it was intended to last for many years. Unfortunately, things like chronic periodontal disease, a hard fall or a blow to the face, can compromise the cement or the abutments anchoring your bridge in place. If any part of your bridge is loose, wiggles or feels out of place,... read more »
Most people have something about their smile that they aren’t quite satisfied with. And while these issues are often minor, they can still cause frustration or even embarrassment. Fortunately, there are many cosmetic dental treatments available to correct imperfections. One of these is dental bonding. Dental bonding is a powerful and versatile treatment used for all kinds of issues. It... read more »