You only need one problematic tooth to throw off your smile, and potentially your oral health. Did you know that a cavity can spread past the tooth where it originally formed? This can be avoided with prompt treatment, but if you do not act on a tooth that hurts, or is especially sensitive, it can… Read more »
Category: Cosmetic Dentistry
3 Ways To Cover Gaps In Your Smile
A noticeable gap between your teeth can be frustrating. It may be something you wish to address, but it may not feel like enough of a reason to seek orthodontic treatment. Depending on the severity of the gap, and its location, you could rely on one of several techniques for a remedy. One popular means… Read more »
Find The Whitening Treatment That Works Best For Your Teeth
A professional teeth whitening from your dentist will go beyond the limited effects of over-the-counter products to yield a significantly brighter smile. However, there are different types of tooth discoloration, and not every type will respond equally well to conventional whitening agents. Other cosmetic treatments can improve your tooth color without relying on these agents…. Read more »
Repairing Visible Dental Damage
Even if there is not a health risk associated with damage to your teeth, you may be unhappy with its appearance. These types of damages can be chips and small cracks, or discoloration after an accident. Many people opt for bonding to clear up these problems. The type of treatment you need can depend on… Read more »
Is A Whitening Treatment Right For Your Teeth?
Tooth discoloration can come in extrinsic form, or intrinsic form. Typically, when people think about what can affect the color of their teeth, they think about extrinsic stains. These are the stains in your enamel that can come from certain foods and beverages, as well as from using tobacco products. However, other people suffer from… Read more »
Addressing Gaps Between Your Teeth
If you are self-conscious about the presence of a gap between teeth in your smile, remedies are available. Whether the gap is caused by an uneven row of teeth, an abnormally small tooth, or some other condition, you can work with your dentist to have it covered up. Because multiple approaches, like dental bonding, exist… Read more »
Crooked Teeth And Cavities
Crooked teeth can adversely affect the appearance of your smile, but their effect is not just cosmetic. They can leave certain parts of your teeth less accessible when you brush, which makes those hard-to-reach areas more susceptible to developing cavities. If your teeth are misaligned, but you are apprehensive about receiving braces, you could benefit… Read more »
Responding To Different Types Of Tooth Discoloration
Whitening treatments are intended to treat stains that have discolored your enamel. Over-the-counter treatments address surface stains, while the whitening treatments from your dentist can treat stains that are deeper-set in your enamel. But what about discoloration that comes from something other than enamel stains? Standard whitening may be less well-suited to treat discoloration that… Read more »
Your Diet Plays A Part In Maintaining Your Oral Health
The choices you make regarding your diet can have obvious effects on your overall health, but certain foods and drinks can also have particular effects on your oral health. Items that are acidic, contain high amounts of sugar, or tend to be stickier can cause problems for your teeth. Darker beverages can stain your teeth,… Read more »
Porcelain Veneers Can Give You a New Smile
In today’s image-conscious world, appearance plays a large role in the majority of dental work performed. No surprise, considering a healthy, confident smile can make you look younger and more attractive compared to an embarrassed or hidden smile (common behaviors of those with poor oral health). Regardless of the many maladies that can diminish your… Read more »