Our experienced doctor and team are
equipped to manage everything from
a simple restoration to a very complex
dental reconstruction.
If you're tired of looking at dull, yellowed teeth in the mirror, professional teeth whitening is a safe and reliable way to enhance your smile quickly. While we offer both in-office and take-home teeth bleaching at our Hershey, PA dental office, Dr. Davis actually prefers that patients use our take-home teeth whitening kits. Here are the reasons why.
Full and partial dentures are a tried and true tooth replacement that has helped millions of people with missing teeth live a better life.
Unfortunately, because materials and technology were limited back in the day, older dentures looked artificial and obvious. This fake appearance turned many people off to the idea, but those days are gone, and real-looking dentures in ...
Do you have crooked or crowded teeth? Did you miss the chance for braces as a kid? Or did you have them, but your teeth have since relapsed?
Would you like to straighten your teeth as an adult but don’t want metal braces?
Adults don’t have to live with a mouthful of metal or turn back time to see a straighter smile. ...
Having a smile that you're proud of brings confidence and helps you achieve your goals. Are you happy with the appearance of your smile? Or are there aspects of it you'd like to change?
You might be surprised to learn that cosmetic dentistry in Hershey, PA is not as expensive or time-consuming as you might think. Here are three smile ...
Finding the right dental team to care for every member of your family can be a challenge, and it's much easier and more convenient when we can meet all of your needs in one location. At Wesley R Davis DDS, we've been providing family dentistry in Hershey, PA for over 30 years, and we know how to help every ...
Did you break a tooth? Do you have a cavity that’s too large to fix with a filling? Have you recently had root canal treatment?
All of these are situations where your Hershey, PA dentist may recommend a dental crown. Crowns are so popular with dentists because they protect the structure of a damaged or decayed tooth and restores ...
Is tooth loss affecting your quality of life? The most obvious problem is the gap in your smile, but other effects are subtle. You avoid nutritious foods like fresh fruits and veggies because chewing them hurts. Your speech is also affected because it’s hard to form certain words, and worst of all, you’re too self-conscious to share your smile with ...
You have probably heard the terms “sleep apnea” and “TMJ disorder,” but did you know that these two conditions may be related?
Sleep apnea is a sleep-related breathing disorder, and TMJ disorder is a problem with the way your jaw joint functions. They are often treated separately, however, research shows that they may be connected. Your sleep apnea dentist in ...
Losing a tooth can trigger many emotions; you may feel sad because you’ve lost a part of yourself, and you’re embarrassed by the gap in your smile. Your confidence plummets, and you feel so self-conscious that you don’t even want to open your mouth around others.
Fortunately, you don’t have to live with the inconveniences of a missing tooth. Today, with ...
Do you have a chipped tooth that mars your smile? Are your teeth stained by years of smoking? Do crooked or crowded teeth make you want to hide your smile.
You can find the solution to all these problems with either dental bonding or porcelain veneers at our Hershey, PA dental office. Both are cosmetic procedures that can improve the brightness ...
If you’ve had any dental work done, you’re probably familiar with crowns and bridges, even if you don’t have one yourself. You know they both address oral health problems, but what’s the difference between the two?
Your Hershey crowns and bridges dentist wants you to be informed about all your treatment options, so let’s take a look at how the two ...
Would you head out for your busy day without brushing your teeth? Probably not; for one thing, your morning breath needs to go, along with that film clinging to your teeth. Most importantly, of course, you know that conscientious oral hygiene is one of the best ways to protect your teeth.
But what about your retainer? Wearing it as prescribed after ...
Treatment with Invisalign clear aligners has been around for a while now, so the odds are that you probably know of someone who is enjoying the beautiful results. But have you ever wondered what it is that makes Invisalign so popular?
Many adults who have crooked or crowded teeth choose to go without treatment because of worries about how metal ...
Sleep apnea is a severe disorder that prevents you from getting a good night’s sleep and can also have serious health consequences. But your dentist may be able to offer you an easy approach to sleep apnea treatment in Hershey that minimizes its effects.
When you lay down to sleep, your body relaxes, including the muscles and ...
If your partner complains that you snore or you consistently wake up feeling fatigued and have trouble concentrating at work, you might have sleep apnea.
When we drift off to sleep, the muscles and soft tissue in our throat relax and fall backward. For most people, this isn’t a problem; but for some, this motion completely blocks the ...
Living with a smile you don’t love can take a toll on your confidence. And if you’re so self-conscious that you refuse to smile altogether, it can also affect the way others perceive you. That’s no way to go through life, especially when cosmetic dentistry offers so many great options for helping you love your smile again.
A dental ...
Sleep apnea can be a debilitating disorder that robs you of a high quality of life because it impacts two vital areas – sleeping and breathing. The symptoms of sleep apnea can affect your job, your relationships, and your general well-being.
When you sleep, the muscles and soft tissue in your throat relax, which isn't ...
If you’re living with missing teeth, it may be difficult to remember the last time you smiled confidently around friends or were able to eat all your favorite foods comfortably.
You know you have options, but you’re not sure which is right for you. Is a fixed bridge the right solution, or is a partial denture a better choice? Maybe a
Do you have any idea how much sugar you consume every day? You may have already cut out sweet treats and beverages like colas that you know are loaded with the sweet stuff.
An awareness of the negative impact that too much sugar has on your body, and particularly your oral health, is an essential first step. But what if you decided ...
The purpose of flossing is to finish the job that tooth brushing starts. Even the best toothbrush can’t get in the crevices between teeth where bacteria-filled plaque can collect and eventually lead to gum disease.
Of course, your hygienist will thoroughly floss your teeth during your semi-annual cleanings. But ...
You want to make sure that your family’s diet is rich in healthy, nutritious foods that support good health. But a lot of the foods and drinks that we consume may seem like healthy choices, but in reality, may be contributing to oral health problems.
Beverages, in particular, are a problem because they often have lots of hidden sugars and because ...
Vaping has become a highly popular alternative to tobacco, and the Centers for Disease Control estimate that in the US alone, about 9 million people today are using E-cigarettes.
One reason for their popularity is that E-cigarettes are seen as a safer alternative to smoking, although studies in this area are not conclusive. They also tend to be less expensive than ...
When you suffer damage to a tooth – whether it’s due to trauma or disease – you should have it addressed immediately. Waiting to seek treatment only leads to discomfort, embarrassment, and more complicated dental problems in the future.
Fortunately, reliable solutions for addressing tooth damage are widely available. You are probably ...
Most of us have too much going on in our lives to give a lot of thought about how the foods we choose affect our oral health. You got the message from your dentist about sugar, and you know it’s not good for your teeth; so what else is there to know?
The cavity-producing process goes something like ...
Owning a car comes with many responsibilities, and one is maintenance. You rely on it for transportation, so it’s essential to have it serviced regularly. If you don’t, you risk losing the function of the vehicle, which can ultimately result in costly repairs.
Maintaining your oral health comes with responsibilities too, like keeping up with routine ...
You just received the news that you need to have a tooth extracted, and you are feeling a little overwhelmed, to say the least. Suddenly you have a lot of things to consider – How will tooth loss affect your smile and your ability to interact with others? When the procedure is over, what tooth replacement will be right ...
So, you think you know how to floss? Most of us have had a dental hygienist show us how to floss, but as time goes by our habits can get a little sloppy. You meant well when you started out, but now flossing is more of an afterthought than a necessary part of your oral hygiene routine.
If you brush ...
Millions of people suffer from dental anxiety that prevents them from enjoying a healthy smile. Fortunately, the dental profession has stepped up to meet this challenge, and the focus now is on comfortable dentistry that keeps you motivated to keep up with dental visits.
If you’re looking for a ...
The Oral Cancer Foundation estimates that each year almost 50,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer, and this number is steadily increasing. It is an aggressive form of cancer and, unfortunately, only slightly more than half of patients diagnosed will be alive in five years.
Nobody likes to talk about cancer of any kind, and oral cancer can be particularly ...
A toothache is always an indication that there’s a problem that needs attention. It may be the result of something as minor as a small cavity or as significant as an infected root canal. Unfortunately, there are some cases where the problem is not treatable, and you may require tooth extraction at our Hershey, PA dental office.
We want ...
Are misaligned teeth driving you crazy? Every time you look in the mirror, you may be reminded all over again that your smile is not living up to your expectations.
Many adults have issues with crooked or crowded teeth. But most don’t seek treatment because they don’t want to deal with the inconvenience of braces. Instead, you may want to consider ...
Many of us grew up with the idea that if you didn’t have orthodontic treatment as a teenager, you were pretty much out of luck as an adult. But today, you can choose from a variety of adult orthodontics, like Invisalign, to get your smile in shape in less time than you might think.
Since Invisalign was first introduced 40 ...
Many people have them – certain teeth that have decided to go off in their own direction, leaving you with a crooked smile you don’t love. You may have decided to just live with the problem because what adult wants to deal with the hassle of metal braces?
But wait – there’s more than one way to fix crooked teeth these ...
Sleep apnea is a very serious problem, characterized by frequent pauses in breathing (sometimes as often as hundreds of times each night) as well as severe snoring. If your partner is complaining about your awful snoring or you wake up feeling like you struggled through sleep, you may be suffering from sleep apnea.
At our Hershey dental office, we will ...
You’ve kept that New Years’ resolution and invested in a professional teeth whitening treatment. Your teeth look great, and you can't stop smiling because you haven’t felt this good about your appearance in a long time!
Now all you have to do is decide how you want to keep those pearly whites shining long after your treatment, too, because there are things ...
Do you frequently wake up with headaches? Do you find yourself feeling exhausted during the afternoon? Have you been accused of snoring loudly during the night?
You may be suffering from a sleep disorder known as sleep apnea.
While these problems may not seem like a big deal, they're actually more serious than you think. Here are some of the signs and ...
Congratulations! You've decided to replace your missing tooth with a dental implant in Hershey. You've chosen the best tooth replacement option that dentistry has to offer, and we know you'll be pleased with your results. Dr. Wesley Davis has some information and tips for you about preparing for dental implants.
A dental implant closely mimics your natural ...
Even if you are diligent about brushing and flossing regularly, and you are sure to visit your dentist twice each year for examinations and cleanings, you might still experience the discomfort of a toothache at at some point. Often a cavity is behind that nagging pain. But there can be other reasons for what a toothache can mean. Let’s take ...
If you are looking for the right dentist in Hershey, you can look online and quickly see there are a number of dentists available. But when you are looking for a dentist, you don’t want just any dentist; you want a dentist who can be counted on for excellent dental care for you and your family for years down the ...
If you are unhappy with the color of your teeth, whitening is a great choice to get the look that you want. With so many options available today, it can be difficult to find the best choice for your needs.
You've probably heard a lot about over the counter teeth whitening options. Over the counter options are less ...
