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 »
Category: Cosmetic Dentistry
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 »
The Advantages of Cosmetic Dental Bonding
Many people have nearly-perfect teeth, but feel that one or more small blemishes prevent them from total happiness with their smiles. That discontent can prevent them from smiling as often and as brightly as they otherwise would, preventing them from enjoying the many benefits of a smiling demeanor. Luckily, you don’t have to go to… Read more »
An Invisible Way to Straighter Teeth with Invisalign®
Perhaps it isn’t the fact that crooked teeth can mean trouble for your dental health, but rather the way they make your smile look that prompts you to want to straighten them. If so, then you may wish for a more discreet way to straighten them than with conspicuous metal braces. Fortunately, Invisalign® clear braces… Read more »
Teeth Whitening Methods to Rid Your Smile of Stains
Teeth-whitening has become one of the most frequently-requested cosmetic dental procedures today, which should be no surprise considering teeth stains are the most common cosmetic dental blemish. In fact, your teeth can stain simply from eating and drinking, and while there are measures you can take to help protect your smile’s pride, chances are your… Read more »
4 Tips to Care for Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are a handy little cosmetic restoration that can hide a wide range of cosmetic smile problems. Veneers are crafted from dental porcelain and, once bonded to your tooth, are extremely strong, resilient, and beautiful. However, veneers can still suffer from chips, breaks, and staining if you don’t take proper care of them. Use… Read more »