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The Vivid Dental team in Houston understands the importance of knowing your treatment options. We are happy to explain what various procedures entail so patients can make the right decisions regarding their oral health. We are often asked, “Can dental implant treatment pose problems?” It is important to highlight we do not provide dental implant […]

Thanks to advances in cosmetic dentistry, there are natural looking, versatile, and strong dental materials such as composite resin. The tooth colored material is ideal for a dental filling and can restore beauty to a smile. Patients who do not like the appearance of silver amalgam fillings are delighted to find tooth colored composite resin […]

A gap between your teeth can be embarrassing and cause you to shy away from smiling. This is no way to live. The team at Vivid Dental in Houston can provide many solutions to enhance the beauty of the smile. Many patients will ask about a permanent option for closing gaps between their teeth. It […]

Many patients are seeking ways to keep their smiles healthy and beautiful. Thanks to advances in dentistry, they can find several permanent solutions for tooth loss including dentures. When patients think of dentures, they may envision the gum-colored prosthetics sitting in glasses on their grandparents’ nightstands. However, dentures have come a long way. They are […]

By understanding the anatomy of our teeth, we can be better prepared if toothaches occur. The pulp chamber in our teeth is comprised of nerves, blood vessels, and other tissues. If the pulp becomes infected, it begins to die. After the body’s inflammatory responses set in, the result can be a painful toothache. To alleviate […]

When patients are missing teeth, it is difficult for them to speak and chew properly. Tooth loss can also affect their confidence and potentially cause them embarrassment. At Vivid Dental in Houston, we provide tooth replacement options that can boost self-esteem and add beautiful enhancement to their smiles. We provide dental bridges and dentures to […]

Our teeth are important. They allow us to share happiness with others through smiles. They give us the chance to speak clearly to others. They also provide us the tools we need in order to chew our food and nourish our bodies. This being said, it is extremely important for Houston area patients to seek […]

Tooth loss happens to patients of all ages. While younger children are expected to lose their teeth as their adult teeth come in, patients may experience problems that lead them to consider restorations such as bridges and dentures. They are ways of keeping the smile functional and beautiful. However, many patients are concerned that these […]

Our teeth are important for a variety of reasons, but their primary purpose is to allow us the ability to eat. Eating is essential for living and our teeth can help us break down the food so that it is easily digestible for our stomachs. When problems arise and the adult natural teeth are lost […]

The team of Vivid Dental provides composite tooth fillings for patients needing restorative dental procedures. Because composite tooth fillings are the same color as natural tooth enamel, they are typically better suited for restorative treatments because they are much more aesthetic. The team of Vivid Dental avoids the placement of silver amalgam fillings used by […]

Restorative dentistry is helpful for both aesthetics and function. When patients are dealing with many imperfections in their smile, the team at Vivid Dental in Houston can help. Restorative dentistry encompasses a number of procedures. One or more can be completed to help patients address concerns such as alignment, appearance, and lost teeth. Here are […]

There are times in which root canals are necessary. Many Houston area patients fear the words, but knowing more about the procedure can help put them at ease. While most patients think of pain when they hear about root canal therapy, it couldn’t be further from the truth! Dr. Harpalani of Vivid Dental in Houston […]