Many people consider white teeth a symbol of health and good oral hygiene. It is true that your teeth can be stained and still be healthy but white teeth do a better job than stained teeth of portraying good oral health. Surface stains can develop on your teeth over time and cause them to start looking dull and discolored. It is difficult to completely avoid surface stains because of the foods and drinks that your teeth are exposed to each day. Brushing regularly can help but it is not always enough to remove stubborn stains. If you are unhappy with the look of your teeth then you may be consi ..read more

It is difficult to live with one or more missing teeth. When you have missing teeth, it makes an essential task like eating more difficult and sometimes painful. Losing a tooth also puts the well-being of the surrounding teeth at risk. Your teeth can start to shift and get out of alignment leading to tooth damage and grinding. When a tooth falls out the root is lost as well. This can cause bone loss in your jaw and eventually lead to additional tooth loss. All of these issues can be fixed by getting dental implants but you need to know a few facts about this procedure before you can decide if ..read more

Cosmetic dentistry can take teeth that are dull, stained, damaged, crooked, or missing and restore them to create a beautiful smile. Dental technology continues to improve in order to provide patients with high-quality, long-lasting, and natural looking options in cosmetic dentistry. The latest options for cosmetic dentistry include tooth-colored fillings, porcelain veneers, professional teeth whitening, clear aligners, and dental implants. Tooth-colored fillings In the past, the only option if you needed a filling because of decay was to get a dark, amalgam filling. That type of filling is no ..read more

If you are living with multiple missing teeth, the thought of dealing with them can feel overwhelming. You may be dreading the process of assessing the condition of your mouth and then deciding which tooth replacement option is the best. The reality is, however, that living without teeth is much more difficult than the process of deciding on and then getting a tooth replacement option. Dentures are a common tooth replacement option for people who are missing many or all of their teeth. It can be scary starting a process that you have never experienced before but you will find that dentures can ..read more

Dental phobia is a very real issue for adults all over the United States. Many adults who deal with dental phobia had some type of traumatic dental experience during childhood. The experience may be related to pain, feeling out of control, or dealing with a dentist with a questionable bedside manner. No matter what caused the dental phobia to develop, it can be difficult to overcome in adulthood. In order to deal with your dental phobia and get to the dentist, you need to develop a few strategies. Fortunately, the strategies are not complicated but have the ability to make a positive differenc ..read more

If you have been avoiding the dentist because you are embarrassed by the condition of your smile, you are not alone. Dentists encounter patients every day who have allowed dental problems to get to unbearable levels because they were too embarrassed to go to the dentist when the issues were at a more manageable level. The reality is that dental issues such as decay and gum disease will continue to worsen without intervention. On the other hand, both of those issues are manageable when you catch them early. Damaged or missing teeth can also be a source of embarrassment. But living with teeth th ..read more

Have you attempted to overcome your fear of the dentist in the past with little to no success? The reality is that fear of the dentist is often developed over several years. There are a variety of reasons why people have a fear of the dentist including general anxiety, fear of pain, fear of the unknown, and a negative experience in the past. In order to get the dental care that you need it is imperative that you take steps to overcome your fear of the dentist. Tips to help you overcome your fear include learning about the impact of neglecting your oral health, familiarizing yourself with as ma ..read more

There are a number of cosmetic dental procedures that can have a lasting impact on the look and function of your teeth. The term ‘cosmetic’ often causes people to think of changes on a surface level. When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, however, many of the procedures create significant and lasting change. Four cosmetic dental procedures that have a lasting impact on your teeth include porcelain veneers, porcelain crowns, dental bridges, and dental implants. Porcelain veneers Porcelain veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that are bonded to the surface of your teeth. Veneers are customized to ..read more

When you have teeth that are damaged it can be difficult to decide on the best course of treatment. In some situations, it is worth getting extensive dental work completed in order to save a tooth or multiple teeth. In other situations, it may not be possible to save the damaged teeth. In order to determine if your teeth are too far gone to be saved you need to look at how many of your teeth are impacted by the damage, consider the type and scope of the damage, and talk through the options with your dentist. How many teeth are impacted by the damage? The number of teeth that are impacted by th ..read more

There are a number of different cosmetic dental procedures that can improve the look of your smile. Some of the procedures also have the added benefit of being able to improve function. Many people can benefit from cosmetic dental procedures including those who have stained or damaged teeth, those who are missing teeth, and patients with misshapen or crooked teeth.  Patients with stained teeth Stained teeth can cause you to avoid smiling and feel self-conscious about your smile. You do not have to live with teeth that are dull, yellow, or discolored because there are cosmetic dental proce ..read more