If you are looking in the mirror each morning wondering if there is an easy way to make-over your smile or if you would need to undergo extensive treatment, there are some quick and easy dental treatments these days that can give you an affordable smile make-over. Of course, if you have missing teeth, or […]
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When you look in the mirror do you see more pink than white? Do your gums overshadow your teeth? If so, that means that you have a gummy smile. A gummy smile is when you have too much gum showing and not enough of your white teeth. In most cases, if more than 4mm of […]
Teeth whitening is a safe procedure and will not damage your teeth. However, some people may experience some tooth sensitivity after a whitening procedure, but this is temporary and, again, not all people will experience it. There are a wide range of social and professional benefits associated with a bright, white smile. So, if you […]
If you’re one of the many patients considering cosmetic dentistry for the first time, you may have some questions. It’s totally understandable to feel a little nervous about something new, so we collected 5 frequently asked questions about cosmetic dentistry from our patients and boiled down the answers into short responses. Let’s get right to it! […]
If you have been wanting straighter teeth without the commitment of a long-term program like metal braces, MTM Clear Aligners might be right for you. These clear tray retainers straighten teeth with cosmetic issues in as quickly as 6 months from the beginning of treatment. By focusing on only the aesthetic problems with your smile, […]
If you love your teeth but still hate your smile, you may be having gum problems. Your gums could be covering your otherwise lovely teeth, crowding them out and making them look short and squat. With gum recontouring, your dentist will revitalize your smile by carefully removing some of the extra tissue that hides your […]
If you have one or more of your teeth that sticks out in your smile, you may be considering your options. When a tooth has points, ridges, uneven surfaces, gaps, cracks, and chips, one tooth can be the odd one out, causing chaos in an otherwise lovely grin. Depending on the issue at hand, teeth bonding […]
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With the wide availability of over-the-counter (OTC) teeth-whitening products, it can be tempting to purchase one (or several) in lieu of visiting your dentist to brighten your smile. However, the reason OTC whiteners are so widely available is the same reason why they typically don’t produce results – because they contain significantly lower concentrations of […]
If you have considered how a cosmetic dental treatment can help you, you have probably identified specific issues you would like to address. There are several treatments available, and your dentist can help correct many different esthetic problems with your smile. If you have a particular end game in mind when it comes to your […]
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Misaligned teeth can be problematic for your oral health, just as it can be a problem for your appearance. When teeth overlap in inappropriate ways, it can leave areas of your tooth’s surface harder to clean. This can make you more likely to suffer cavities. It could also leave you placing more strain than you […]
