How to Handle a Tooth Abscess

A tooth abscess occurs when a bacterial infection creates a pocket of pus near the tooth’s root, often leading to pain, swelling, and sensitivity. If left untreated, the condition can worsen and lead to severe complications.* If you’re suffering from an abscessed tooth, it’s important to seek emergency dentistry services. An experienced dental professional, such as Dr. Newkirk, can perform a thorough evaluation to determine the severity of the abscess […]

Can You Place Porcelain Veneers Over Composite Fillings?

When it comes to enhancing the smile, porcelain veneers can do wonders. These restorations are highly durable and stain-resistant, and can dramatically improve the appearance of discolored, chipped, or uneven teeth. With that in mind, veneers are primarily an aesthetic treatment, meaning they may not be the appropriate solution if a patient has more pressing oral health concerns. In one instance, a patient with composite fillings in their two front […]

Naperville Dentist Compares Denture Types

Naperville Cosmetic Dentist Compares Traditional and Implant-Supported Dentures

David Newkirk, DDS – a Naperville cosmetic dentist – explains the benefits that have rendered implant-supported dentures more popular than traditional dentures. Naperville, IL – Naperville cosmetic dentist David Newkirk, DDS explains that dentures have been a go-to teeth replacement method for several decades. That said, as technology in the realm of oral healthcare has advanced, traditional (i.e., removable) dentures have largely been rendered obsolete by implant-supported dentures. This type […]

My Dentist Is Pushing Me to Get an Implant

In Dr. Newkirk’s experience, dental implants are often a wonderful tooth replacement option for patients. Their durability, aesthetic quality, and versatility make them a reliable solution for tooth replacement for many patients. That said, implants are not the right choice for everyone, and every patient has the right to choose the treatments they undergo in the end. On one occasion, a patient reached out to Dr. Newkirk for advice when […]

Navigating Your Next Steps After SmileDirectClub’s Closure

As many of our patients have recently found out, SmileDirectClub has recently gone out of business. The shutdown of the company – which produced at-home clear aligners – has left many former patients “in limbo” and struggling with incomplete treatments, unanswered questions, and concerns about their investment. Unfortunately, this includes patients of our very own Naperville cosmetic dentist, David Newkirk, DDS. If you’re among those SmileDirectClub has left high and […]

Why Switch to Implant-Supported Dentures?

In today’s oral health world, the benefits of implant-supported dentures are widely thought to outweigh those of their traditional counterparts.* The advanced restorations differ dramatically from removable dentures in that they are anchored into the jawbone with dental implants. Patients frequently consider implant-supported dentures to be the better solution for a variety of reasons, not limited to: A more comfortable fit with no opportunity for slippage Improved chewing ability Enhanced […]

Teeth Whitening vs. Porcelain Veneers

The desire to reverse tooth stains and discoloration is a common cosmetic goal. Fortunately, there are treatments that can significantly improve the shade and overall appearance of teeth. For patients with these goals, our Naperville cosmetic dentist – David R. Newkirk, DDS – often recommends two effective and natural-looking solutions for a more radiant smile: porcelain veneers and teeth whitening. Below, Dr. Newkirk shares the basics of each option. Porcelain […]

Naperville Dentist on Composite White Fillings

Naperville Dentist Explains the Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings

David Newkirk, DDS – a Naperville cosmetic dentist – lists the many functional and aesthetic advantages of tooth-colored (or composite white) fillings. Naperville, IL – Dr. David Newkirk, a cosmetic dentist in Naperville, states that tooth-colored fillings have largely replaced amalgam fillings in recent years. Also referred to as composite white fillings, tooth-colored fillings are made of a sturdy composite resin that can be closely matched to a patient’s teeth. […]

Naperville Dentist Shares Common Misconceptions About Dental Veneers

Naperville Dentist Debunks Four Myths About Porcelain Veneers

David R. Newkirk, DDS, a cosmetic dentist in Naperville, IL, debunks four myths about porcelain veneers – a widely-celebrated example of cosmetic dentistry. Naperville, IL – Dr. David R. Newkirk, a Naperville cosmetic dentist with three decades of experience, notes that porcelain veneers have become increasingly popular in recent years as a cosmetic dental solution. According to Dr. Newkirk, these thin shells of porcelain are custom-designed to fit over the […]

Bridges vs. Implants: Which Is Right For Me?

When it comes to replacing missing teeth, dental implants and dental bridges are two popular options. Both treatments can offer effective solutions, but they differ in terms of procedure, longevity, maintenance, and pricing. Below, our cosmetic dentist – David R. Newkirk, DDS – compares these two popular tooth replacement options. The placement of a dental bridge involves using adjacent teeth as anchors to support the replacement tooth or teeth. The […]