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Rachel Schick
Dentist | General Practice
Dr. Rachel Schick, DMD is a Dentist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Schick specializes in using digital technology to provide patients noninvasive cosmetic dental treatment. These treatments include Near Prepless Veneers, Clear Aligner Therapy, Laser Smile Sculpting and much more! At the core, Dr. Schick's main focus is bettering the lives of others. With her Elite Gymnastics background, she provides nothing but excellence that is embodied into her chairshide experience, treatment recommendations, and treatment results. Book your complimentary virtual smile consultation today!
2 years
Experience
Rachel Schick
- Scottsdale, AZ
- Midwestern University - Glendale, AZ
- Accepting new patients
Let’s Demystify: Non-Invasive Porcelain Veneers
OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW: Non-Invasive Prepless VeneersI am a realist, therefore I know that when “Porcelain Veneers” is brought up in any conversation, many people’s...
Implants and retainers
Hey, Happy Thursday! It depends…I would speak with your doctor and discuss this. To truly answer your question, based on your current situation, - Yes, I would recommend new READ MORE
Hey,
Happy Thursday!
It depends…I would speak with your doctor and discuss this.
To truly answer your question, based on your current situation, - Yes, I would recommend new retainers after the implants are place and restored with implant crowns. Since the implants were not placed during your ortho treatment, I recommend you proceed with getting retainers solely because maintaining your post-ortho alignment is very important. You don’t want any teeth to shift or move while you wait for you implant and implant crown.
I would recommend, after you have your implants placed and implant crowns restored that you have your dentist make you an ‘occlusal guard’ for that arch with the implants. The occlusal guard with provide more protection to your teeth and implants and maintain you teeth position.
I hope that helped. Good luck!
Happy Thursday!
It depends…I would speak with your doctor and discuss this.
To truly answer your question, based on your current situation, - Yes, I would recommend new retainers after the implants are place and restored with implant crowns. Since the implants were not placed during your ortho treatment, I recommend you proceed with getting retainers solely because maintaining your post-ortho alignment is very important. You don’t want any teeth to shift or move while you wait for you implant and implant crown.
I would recommend, after you have your implants placed and implant crowns restored that you have your dentist make you an ‘occlusal guard’ for that arch with the implants. The occlusal guard with provide more protection to your teeth and implants and maintain you teeth position.
I hope that helped. Good luck!
Braces
Hello :) Great question! Like anything in life it is NEVER to late to do something that will benefit you and your health. Having straight teeth and an equal bite will increase READ MORE
Hello :)
Great question!
Like anything in life it is NEVER to late to do something that will benefit you and your health. Having straight teeth and an equal bite will increase the long term prognosis of keeping all your teeth for a lifetime! An even added bonus to straightening your teeth is you reduce your chances of different oral diseases that cause bone loss, cavities, muscle pain, tooth destruction and sensitivity.
Summarize: it is never too late!
If you are interested in seeing a ‘Smile Template’ of yourself with straight teeth, this link will take you to a smile simulator you can complete in your own home.
https://providerbio.invisalign.com/sv/1692587#start
I hope this helps!
Xoxo Dr. Schick
Great question!
Like anything in life it is NEVER to late to do something that will benefit you and your health. Having straight teeth and an equal bite will increase the long term prognosis of keeping all your teeth for a lifetime! An even added bonus to straightening your teeth is you reduce your chances of different oral diseases that cause bone loss, cavities, muscle pain, tooth destruction and sensitivity.
Summarize: it is never too late!
If you are interested in seeing a ‘Smile Template’ of yourself with straight teeth, this link will take you to a smile simulator you can complete in your own home.
https://providerbio.invisalign.com/sv/1692587#start
I hope this helps!
Xoxo Dr. Schick
Toothache when flying and having a cold
Hello, I am sorry for my late response. I am sorry you are dealing with these symptoms. I hope you were able to travel back safely. I would have your sinus, evaluate for sinusitis. READ MORE
Hello,
I am sorry for my late response. I am sorry you are dealing with these symptoms. I hope you were able to travel back safely.
I would have your sinus, evaluate for sinusitis. The head-neck region is all connected therefore if you have a sinus infection, that needs antibiotic treatment, a side effect of the infection can assimilate tooth pain.
I hope that helps.
Xoxo Dr. Schick
I am sorry for my late response. I am sorry you are dealing with these symptoms. I hope you were able to travel back safely.
I would have your sinus, evaluate for sinusitis. The head-neck region is all connected therefore if you have a sinus infection, that needs antibiotic treatment, a side effect of the infection can assimilate tooth pain.
I hope that helps.
Xoxo Dr. Schick
How long do veneers last on front teeth?
Hello, I hope you are doing well! Great question. There are a couple factors that will determine the longevity of your veneers: 1. How frequently you go to your dentist for READ MORE
Hello,
I hope you are doing well!
Great question.
There are a couple factors that will determine the longevity of your veneers:
1. How frequently you go to your dentist for hygiene check ups and cleanings. 2. How is your home care - If you are not properly brushing or flossing at home cavities can cause the seal of the veneer to your tooth to weaken. Gum inflammation can also cause the seal of the veneer to tooth to weaken. If the seal weakens then the veneers need to be replaced so that cavities are removed and to prevent sensitivity.
3. Dentist protocol for cementing the veneers to your teeth - normally not a big factor that will deter the longevity of the veneers.
All in all! As along as you take care of your investment they will last a long time anywhere from 5-20+ years! In the end the longevity if up to you :)
I hope that helps!
Xoxo Dr. Schick
I hope you are doing well!
Great question.
There are a couple factors that will determine the longevity of your veneers:
1. How frequently you go to your dentist for hygiene check ups and cleanings. 2. How is your home care - If you are not properly brushing or flossing at home cavities can cause the seal of the veneer to your tooth to weaken. Gum inflammation can also cause the seal of the veneer to tooth to weaken. If the seal weakens then the veneers need to be replaced so that cavities are removed and to prevent sensitivity.
3. Dentist protocol for cementing the veneers to your teeth - normally not a big factor that will deter the longevity of the veneers.
All in all! As along as you take care of your investment they will last a long time anywhere from 5-20+ years! In the end the longevity if up to you :)
I hope that helps!
Xoxo Dr. Schick
How long after endodontic treatment will I get a crown?
Hello,
I hope you are doing well! You should get a full coverage dental crown on the tooth treated no less than 1 week after.
I hope that helps.
Xoxo Dr. Schick
I hope you are doing well! You should get a full coverage dental crown on the tooth treated no less than 1 week after.
I hope that helps.
Xoxo Dr. Schick
