Are you tired of struggling with a smile that looks dingy or discolored? Do you feel embarrassed when you show your teeth, because they are so badly stained? Your morning cup of coffee, a weekend tradition of red wine tasting, an afternoon soda habit, or other common dietary choices could have contributed to your troublesome staining. Fortunately, the solution to addressing these cosmetic concerns is often the same, professional teeth whitening treatment. If you want to lighten your teeth by several shades, quickly and safely, your cosmetic dentist can help! (more…)
Smile-Friendly Summer Snacks the Whole Family Will Love
Have your family’s efforts to beat the summer heat resulted in more trips to the ice cream shop than you care to admit? Does it feel like your freezer door is always open, as you and your kids resort to sweet treats to cool off and even to keep entertained? If so, you could be creating problems for your oral health. High amounts of sugar and frozen foods can be particularly problematic for teeth. So, if you want to help cool down this summer, without jeopardizing your smile or creating the need for restorative dentsitry, consider these dentist-approved treats, that make healthier alternatives to traditional summertime sweets! (more…)
What Can Restorative Dentistry Do For You? Part Two
Last week we looked at what restorative dentistry could do for a damaged tooth. We would like to go a little further this week and discuss how restorative treatment can repair a decayed or possibly infected tooth. Treating these issues is important, especially if you want to maintain a whole and healthy smile. Otherwise, you may develop serious discomfort and possibly lose the tooth.
What Can Restorative Dentistry Do For You? Part One
Are you worried that your smile might need restorative dentistry? Many people don’t realize that teeth cannot repair themselves the way skin and other parts of the body can. That means that if your tooth becomes damaged due to trauma or decay, the only solution is to see the dentist. Through restorative treatment like a dental filling or crown, your dentist can likely help improve both the look and function of your smile. So don’t delay a dental visit, if you think you might be struggling with an issue like a cavity, a chip or crack, or other damage to a tooth! (more…)
Are Dental Emergencies Preventable?
Dental emergencies often result from accidents, which, by definition, can be difficult to prevent. However, by ensuring that your teeth are as strong and as healthy as they can be, you can help protect them against the destruction that many dental emergencies cause. Though you can’t always prevent dental emergencies, you can fortify your teeth to face most dental emergencies with confidence. It also helps to know what to do if a dental emergency does strike out of the blue. (more…)
What Is Gingivitis and Why Should I Care?
Gingivitis is a term that dentists and dental hygienists use when talking about gum disease. Gums form a seal with your teeth, keeping them tightly positioned in your mouth, and making sure bacteria cannot slip into your bloodstream. Healthy gums are pinkish in color, firm to the touch, and cling snugly onto each tooth. Unhealthy gums may be paler or bright red, and they may be sensitive or bleed when you brush and floss. Gingivitis can also cause bad breath, and more A gum disease screening is the first step in avoiding serious periodontal issues. (more…)
Why You Really Should Be Drinking More Water
Your doctor says it. Your dentist says it. You need to be drinking more water. But do you still find it difficult to consume the recommended amount of water each day? Many adults struggle to properly hydrate everyday, which can lead to a variety of far-reaching effects, including drowsiness, dry skin, headaches, dizziness, increased heart rate, fevers and more. Unfortunately, failing to properly hydrate can also lead to a host of dental problems as well. That is because chronic dry mouth which is often caused by dehydration can allow plaque bacteria to more quickly calcify onto the teeth, leading to potential acidic erosion responsible for cavity development and also irritation that can cause gum disease. So if you want to prevent dental problems, it is really crucial that you start drinking (or keep drinking) enough water each day. (more…)
Smile Proudly with Cosmetic Dentistry
Have you noticed deep staining or severe discoloration over the last few months, and now you want to hide your smile when you are amongst friends? If so, don’t you want to put an end to all the hiding and wishing your smile was better? If so, it is time to consult a cosmetic dentist who can help you create a smile you will feel proud of, through treatment to hide those imperfections and reveal more of your smile’s natural beauty. (more…)
What Could Porcelain Veneers Do for Your Smile?
Do you find yourself dreaming of a better-looking smile? Are you exhausted from trying to hide the embarrassment you feel about the imperfections in your not-so-pearly whites? Is your main goal this year to finally achieve a smile for which you can feel proud? If so, have you considered cosmetic dentistry? You may have already explored the options for smile enhancement, but what you may not have realized is that porcelain veneers are one of the most comprehensive and long-lasting ways you can enhance your smile’s natural beauty. (more…)
How Important is Cavity Treatment?
Overall, there seem to be fewer cavities in America than there were decades ago. Unfortunately, there are still an alarming number of people with tooth decay, many of them untreated. Over 70% of adults develop tooth decay by the age of 20, and cavities remain the number one chronic disease among school-aged children. In spite of the warnings, many people still choose not to seek treatment, exacerbating the problem of tooth decay and its consequences – like destructive cavities. (more…)
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