Do You Want A Whiter Smile In 2018?

2018 whiter smileThe new year may mean you want to make big changes in your life. Some people use the motivation of New Year’s resolutions to kick off a new lifestyle or to try things they have never tried. Do you want to refresh your life a bit in 2018? Whitening your teeth can be a fast and simple way to make a big difference in your appearance. Even if you are a person who does not make resolutions, you may find yourself finally wanting to get that bright, white smile that you have always dreamed of.  (more…)

Smile Benefits From Porcelain Veneers

Smile Benefits From Porcelain VeneersA flaw in your smile is only a flaw when: it makes you feel insecure or it causes problems for your health. If your smile has unique characteristics that you feel confident about and your smile is healthy, it has no flaws. However, if you have any cosmetic issues in your smile that make you feel self-conscious about smiling, talking, or laughing, you may have smile flaws. Porcelain veneers can be a great way to address issues about your smile that may make you feel self-conscious. Prior to contrary belief, veneers do not have to look like a cookie-cutter version of everyone else’s smile. Veneers can provide a customized upgrade to your own teeth. (more…)

When Can Cosmetic Bonding Help My Smile?

When Can Cosmetic Bonding Help My Smile?Minor flaws in your smile are not flaws if they do not bother you and they do not cause problems with your health. However, if you find yourself fixated on a minor issue in your smile, it is a flaw. Minor cosmetic flaws in your smile can be fixed with cosmetic bonding. Cosmetic dental bonding is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that can address issues like chips, cracks, stains, unevenness, and more. When do you know when bonding is the best cosmetic option? (more…)

Two Types Of Tooth Stain

Two Types Of Tooth StainDid you know that there are two different types of stains that can affect the color of your teeth? Discolored, dull, or yellow teeth can make you feel insecure about showing off your smile. A refresh and whitening of your smile can be a fairly quick and easy way to boost your confidence in your appearance. Understanding the difference between the types of tooth discoloration can make the difference between how you brighten your smile. Your dentist can help you understand the discoloration of your teeth and recommend the best ways to deal with it. (more…)

Tips To Keep Holiday Smiles Healthy

Tips To Keep Holiday Smiles Healthy The winter season means a lot of different things to different people. For many of us, it means time for family and the joy of the holidays. That time with the family can include traditions of baking cookies or making homemade candy. There are aisles in stores devoted to red and green treats. On top of all the sugary treats dancing in your head, your schedule may be hectic. Parties and gatherings can be time consuming. It can seem like a losing battle to try to keep your smile healthy during this busy time. We have compiled a few tips that may help keep your smile in tip-top shape during the holidays.  (more…)

Saving Your Tooth With A Filling

Saving Your Tooth With A Filling You may do the best you can to keep cavities away and your mouth healthy. You may brush and floss twice a day. You might even do it after every meal. Unfortunately, cavities can strike even the mouths of those vigilant about their oral health. Tooth decay can be caused by genetics or tooth grinding or reasons beyond a lax in oral hygiene. Whatever the cause of the cavity, it is important to take care of it as swiftly as possible. If you are going to your recommended dental exams at least twice a year, the odds increase that your dentist can identify a cavity in time to treat it with a filling(more…)

The Essential Role Of Dental Implants

The Essential Role Of Dental ImplantsMissing even just one tooth can affect the way you look, eat, and even the way that you talk. It can also leave your remaining teeth vulnerable to movement or loss. Losing teeth can lead to a loss of bone density in your jaw, which can have a negative affect on your smile’s health. Replacing a tooth with a prosthetic like a crown, dentures, or bridge can improve your appearance and abilities. But replacing a tooth’s roots with a dental implant can decrease your chances of losing more teeth or bone density.  (more…)

Do I Qualify For Full-Mouth Rehabilitation?

Do I Qualify For Full-Mouth Rehabilitation?Over time and throughout your life, your mouth and smile can take on quite a bit of damage. Whether from decay, injury, accidents, or just aging and wear, your smile may not look the way it used to look. A full-mouth rehabilitation is a comprehensive overhaul of your smile. A full-mouth rehabilitation can address both health issues and cosmetic ones. To update your smile, you and your dentist will first decide what your mouth’s needs are, what your smile goals are, and how you want to get there. A full-mouth rehabilitation may include several different treatments spread across multiple consultations and appointments with your dentist.  (more…)

Can Porcelain Veneers Upgrade My Smile?

Can Porcelain Veneers Upgrade My Smile?Some flaws in your smile are not flaws at all. Maybe you have a small gap that you feel makes your smile unique and different from everyone else’s. A flaw is only a flaw for two reasons: that it makes you feel insecure or that it causes problems with your health. If you have issues with the appearance of your smile that make you feel self-conscious about smiling, talking, or laughing, it may be time to consider a smile upgrade. Porcelain veneers can be a good option when you are looking to refresh your smile’s appearance.  (more…)