Preventative care is the primary focus of dentistry. It’s why the American Dental Association recommends that you take your child to the dentist in Wexford, PA as soon as he/she gets the first tooth, or before the first birthday, and follow up with regular dental visits, about twice per year or as advised by your […]

Dental care is a primarily preventive process involving regular dental cleanings and examinations to get rid of accumulated, bacteria-harboring plaque and tartar, and in the process, prevent most issues from arising in the first place, or to stop them in their earliest stages before they become severe and expensive to treat. While many people don’t […]

Dental cleaning and examinations are two different procedures that are typically performed in a single appointment but involve different things that are equally important for your long-term oral health.   Dental Cleaning Professional teeth cleaning requires the dentist to use special instruments to remove calculus (hardened plaque) from the surface of your teeth and polish them. […]

Beauty meets Health in Pittsburgh! LiveWell Dentistry is proud to welcome Dr. Gary Machiko! Dr. Machiko believes in promoting complete dental health through preventive and aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Machiko has been placing dental implants since 1985 and to date has completed over 1,200 implants. He has been a leader in cosmetic dentistry since 1985 placing […]

Many people wonder whether it’s necessary to keep each and every dental visit for regular checkups and cleanings, and how beneficial they actually are. Getting your teeth professionally cleaned to get rid of disease-causing bacteria that has hardened on the surface of your teeth (as tartar) actually helps to prevent most dental issues, including gum […]

FASTBRACES is the latest orthodontic technology that provides the best results within the shortest amount of time. As a desired treatment option in Wexford, PA, Patients can consult with our certified FASTBRACES provider to discover the best options for achieving a straighter smile comfortably and affordably.  Advantages FASTBRACES is an alternative to conventional orthodontic treatment […]

Orthodontic treatment continues to advance with the latest technology. Ortho-Tain clear aligners allow patients to straighten teeth in a shorter time with lasting results. As a certified Ortho-Tain provider, our dentist can help patients in the Wexford area, straighten their teeth or treat TMJ with the lastest orthodontic capabilities. Availability With Ortho-Tain, patients ages 5 […]

Finding an orthodontic treatment that provides the best results within the shortest amount of time is desired by most patients. With our certified FASTBRACES provider, patients can discover the best options for achieving a straighter smile comfortably and affordably in Wexford, PA.  What are FASTBRACES? FASTBRACES is an alternative to conventional orthodontic treatment that has […]

Advancements in orthodontics continue to provide orthodontists with the latest treatments to help patients achieve their best smile in minimal time. As a certified Ortho-Tain provider, our dentist can help patients in the Wexford area, straighten their teeth with Ortho-Tain advanced removable orthodontic and TMJ treatment. What is Ortho-Tain? Ortho-Tain’s founder, inventor, and practicing orthodontist, […]

Many people assume that braces and other orthodontic devices are geared towards teenagers. This is expected considering that the “standard” patient seen in magazines and televisions is a young teen wearing braces. While the teen years are considered the best time to begin orthodontic treatment, many adults who skipped braces when younger or failed to […]