When you were a child your parents may have bought you medium or hard-bristled toothbrushes. Today you may be wondering why dentists recommend soft-bristle brushes instead. Is it because your teeth and gums are older and more sensitive? That definitely may be one reason, but the recommendation is basically a sweeping recommendation, unless otherwise noted. […]
Crowns, Bonding, Or Veneers?
There are a variety of dental treatments available today to refresh your smile, and deciding on the right one may seem difficult. That’s when the more knowledge you have regarding treatments, the more suitable a treatment you can choose for your oral health needs. If you are looking to make over your smile, you need […]
Your Dentist’s Advice for Toothbrush Maintenance
Your toothbrush’s main purpose is to keep your mouth clean, so it should come as no surprise that keeping your toothbrush clean is paramount to maintaining your good oral health. To help ensure that your toothbrush remains free of bacteria and strong enough to effectively clean your teeth, we offer a few tips on how […]
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A Root Canal Therapy Quiz
Root canal therapy is a common, and commonly misunderstood, restorative treatment that, while necessary, is frequently postponed or ignored because of the myths surrounding it. Unfortunately, such hesitation can lead to irreparable damage from extensive tooth infection, and many patients who skip root canal treatment must later have their tooth extracted. To clarify the misconceptions […]
Is There An Easy Way To Make-Over My Smile? Part 2: Dental Contouring
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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Is There An Easy Way To Make-Over My Smile? Part 1: Dental Bonding
There is a simple answer to this question and that answer is yes. It may seem as if the only ways to improve your smile, besides whitening, are lengthy, expensive, invasive dental procedures. However, that’s not true. If you are unhappy with the blemishes on your smile, or your smile has minor imperfections, there are […]
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A Telltale Sign Of Bruxing
Women do you find it attractive when you see a man working his jaw muscle? Or perhaps you find it threatening? In most cases, he probably doesn’t even realize he is doing it. However, it can be a sign of anger or stress, or he may be concentrating hard simply trying to make a decision. […]
Am I Stuck With This Gummy Smile?
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 […]
Can Teeth Whitening Damage My Teeth?
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 […]
Why It’s Important to Get Regular Oral Cancer Screenings
It isn’t as widely addressed as others, like breast cancer, but the truth is that oral cancer is one of the most prevalent cancers in America. It also boasts an alarmingly high mortality rate, though that rate is largely influenced by late-stage detection and treatment. Because of this, it’s important for your dentist to perform […]
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