Blog - Nashville Restorative Dentistry

Crooked, crowded teeth? We have options.

Nov 12, 2019

When most of us think of straightening teeth, we think of braces— the multicolored brackets, wires and rubber bands found in the mouths of many teenagers. For some of us, we found our way into adulthood with crooked, crowded teeth or teeth with gaps between them. Fortunately, modern orthodontics has several options for adults to straighten their teeth and find a new, confident smile without the embarrassment of metal wires in their mouths. While feeling confident in the appearance of...

How Oral Health Impacts Your Overall Health

Aug 20, 2019

Generally speaking, everyone knows it’s important to have a healthy mouth. Nobody wants cavities or gingivitis, much less a toothache or to lose a tooth. However, what most people may not realize is that your oral health affects a lot more than just your mouth. The health of your teeth and gums have a direct impact on the well being of the rest of your body. Poor oral health has been linked to a number of different illnesses and issues....

5 Benefits of Dental Implants

Jul 29, 2019

What exactly are dental implants? Simply put, a dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. They are made from either titanium or zirconia and we’ve had a lot of success using both. Should we decide dental implants are the right choice for you, we’ll happily walk you through the difference so you can make the best decision. Once the implant is securely healed to the jawbone, it can serve as a solid foundation for attaching a natural-looking crown...

Nashville Restorative Dentistry: Plaque’s Dirty Little Secret

Jan 30, 2019

The soft, sticky film that collects on teeth after eating sugary or starchy foods is called plaque. According to Dr. Jones of Nashville Restorative Dentistry, plaque contains a host of bacteria that is directly linked to tooth decay. But cavities aren’t the only serious issue associated with this build up. Nashville Restorative Dentistry explains that there is a direct relationship between improper oral care and overall health problems. The bacteria contained in plaque can trigger inflammation not just in the...

Get to Know Dr. Jones (Video)

Dec 19, 2018

In this video, you will get to know Dr. Jones who is one of the best - if not the best dentist in Franklin. If you are looking for a dentist who can meet all your dental needs, you are in the right place. Check out this video and get to Dr. Jones. By the way, if the video doesn't load properly, we have added the video transcript below for your convenience. Ryan Jones: Hi, I'm Ryan Jones. I've been...

Meet Our Talented Team at Nashville Restorative Dentistry (Video)

Dec 09, 2018

There are plenty of reasons why we are a great dentists, but our team definitely makes sure that we are! Watch the video below to get to know our talented team. And just in case the video doesn't load properly, we have also added the video transcript below for you. Betsy Welch: My name is Betsy Welch. I'm a Dental Hygienist, and I'm the new Patient Coordinator. Ellen Crosby: I am Ellen Crosby, I am a Dental Hygienist. Cami Carter:...

BioHorizons Titanium Dental Implants

Dec 05, 2018

Dental implants are becoming an increasingly popular treatment strategy for missing teeth. In fact, according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, there are 3 million people in the U.S. who have implants, and that number is growing by around half a million every single year. At Nashville Restorative Dentistry, we offer a variety of dental implant treatment options. One of our most popular being BioHorizons titanium implants. Curious if you need dental implants? Visit Dr. Jones in Nashville Restorative Dentistry. Continue...

Zeramex Implants – For Patients Who Don’t Want to Use Metal

Dec 05, 2018

Here at Nashville Restorative Dentistry, we offer zirconia implants as an effective alternative for your traditional dental implants. Traditional dental implants are made using metal, such as titanium and other metal alloys. While these types of implants are a great option, you might have a few reasons why you want to avoid a metal implant. Whether you’re allergic to traditional titanium used in implants, or you just want to avoid exposure to the metals used in traditional implants, we get...

Nashville Restorative Dentistry | Dentist in Franklin, TN, Creates Smiles in a Flash

Nov 02, 2018

If you are looking for truly innovative dentistry look no further than Dr. Ryan Jones, founder of Nashville Restorative Dentistry. Dr. Jones’ office is one of the area’s leading providers of CEREC same-day dentistry, the quickest and most affordable way to enjoy the smile of your dreams. The CEREC process CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic. It is computer-aided dentistry that allows Dr. Jones to provide a vast range of advanced dental services all in one day....

Brentwood Dentist Office Answers Common Questions About Cosmetic Services

Oct 30, 2018

Nashville Restorative Dentistry, the office of Dr. Ryan Jones, has been serving the Nashville area for over two decades. The 2017 and 2018 Best Dental Practice in Williamson County designee offers the area’s most comprehensive menu of cosmetic dental services available. Here, the staff answers questions regarding teeth whitening, veneers, implants, and more. Q: What is cosmetic dentistry. How does it differ from general dentistry? Nashville Restorative Dentistry: Cosmetic dentistry focuses on the aesthetics of the mouth and teeth. While...

Gum Disease and Systemic Health (Video)

Oct 16, 2018

We hope these videos help you find out more about the links between your dental health and systemic health. If the videos do not load properly, we have provided the transcripts for you below. To schedule an appointment with your premier Brentwood dentist, call (615) 591-0294. Robert Jaffin: Gum disease or periodontal disease, has been associated with various systemic diseases. But, over time, we've learned that the mouth is the portal into the rest of the body, and it certainly is...

Root Canal Controversy (Video)

Oct 16, 2018

We hope this video provides you with some valuable information regarding root canals. If the video does not load properly, we have included the transcript for you convenience. To schedule an appointment with your premier choice of dentist, Franklin, TN, call (615) 591-0294. Paige Woods, DDS: It’s another big topic in dentistry and again, I think I had two patients yesterday alone who came into the office and one said, "My brother told me I had to get all these root...

Calming Dental Fears (Video)

Aug 31, 2018

We hope you find this video to be informational. If for some reason the video does not load, we’ve included the transcript for your conveience. To schedule an appointment with Nashville Restorative Dentistry call (615) 591-0294. Speaker 1: Today in Living Healthy, did you know that as many as 75% of adults and children in the U.S. experience some form of dental fear? Yeah, we all know someone who falls into that category. This actually prevents certain individuals from seeking...

European Ban on Mercury Amalgam Fillings

Jul 19, 2018

In the European Union, dental filling regulations have begun to take effect. Last year, the European Union adopted a regulation that banned amalgam use in children under the age of 15 years old, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. Now, as of the 1st of July, 2018, this partial amalgam ban is being implemented. What is Amalgam? First things first, let’s discuss what amalgam is. Amalgam is an alloy (mixture) of mercury with another metal (yes, Mercury!). The toxic element has...

About CEREC Crown Technology (Infographic)

Jul 12, 2018

We created a nice little infographic to help better explain what CEREC technology is and the perks this new piece of technology has brought to the dentistry field, especially our office in Franklin. Restorative dentistry can change lives. We find it important to inform our patients about the steps we take with Cerec crown technology. Please take time to view the infographic below. And just in case the infographic doesn't load, we've included the bullet points for your convenience, What is a crown? A...