4 Min Read:  Are you getting married soon? Whether you are the bride or groom, you want to look your best for your wedding, and by planning ahead, you can be sure to turn heads as you walk down the aisle. Your wedding day is intended to be one of the happiest days of your life, so you are bound to be smiling before, during, and after the ceremony. If you have neglected the cosmetic aspects of your teeth, consider addressing discoloration, chips, cracks, or misaligned teeth before your big day. The following five cosmetic dental procedures and treatments can have your smile camera ready f ..read more

4 Minute Read:  Choosing between porcelain veneers and dental bonding (composite veneers) is a decision faced by many seeking cosmetic dental care. These two treatments produce similar results because they are designed to address some of the same dental issues. What Can Porcelain Veneers and Dental Bonding Achieve? Dental bonding and porcelain veneers are among the best ways to transform less-than-perfect teeth. These treatments offer more comprehensive benefits by providing natural-looking results and concealing several flaws, including: Chipped teeth Tooth gaps  Cracked enamel Sm ..read more

4 Minute Read:  A complete smile makeover is a combination of two or more cosmetic dental procedures performed to transform teeth into a smile that is bright and appealing. If you have multiple concerns about the appearance of your teeth, there may be several treatments to address your specific issues. What Dental Conditions Can Be Treated During a Full Smile Makeover?  The first step of a smile makeover is to ensure your teeth and gums are healthy. If your dentist finds any tooth decay or signs of gum disease, these will have to be corrected first. Treatment may include: Fillings ..read more

4 Minute Read:  Many people will experience dental wear and tear over time that necessitates professional care by an experienced dentist.  In some cases, tooth decay and damage may be corrected with silver amalgam fillings. These types of fillings have been used in dentistry for over a century and can produce lasting results. While they have been the standard treatment for a range of dental issues for years, amalgam fillings tend to be unsightly and can affect a person’s self-confidence.  In recent years, patients have opted to replace their silver fillings with composite resin ..read more

2 Minute Read:   Porcelain veneers used to be reserved for the most extreme restoration cases or the extremely wealthy. But thanks to the “influencer effect,” veneers are now soaring in popularity as patients from all walks of life turn to ways to make their smiles look better permanently.  Deciding to attach veneers is a big decision because once they are chosen, there is no way to go back. At Gentle Care Dentistry, we want to make sure that you have all of the information you need about dental veneers to help you make the right choice for your beautiful smile. What Are Veneer ..read more

3 Minute Read: It’s award season in Hollywood. From the Golden Globes to the SAG Awards to the Oscars, celebrities are walking the Red Carpet. Being in the limelight means having the world’s eyes on you—and your smile. Hollywood can be tough. It’s not always enough to be talented; future stars have to look their best, both on and off the silver screen. But while talent is often natural, a star-worthy smile can take a little more work to achieve. Dental work gives a young celebrity confidence and a star-worthy smile when being interviewed on the red carpet. For these 5 celebrities, getting dent ..read more

There is something uniquely alluring about a bright smile. When someone with a pearly white, perfectly symmetrical smile speaks, it is easy to focus on their teeth. The same, unfortunately, is also true when someone has a missing tooth, gaps, or yellow teeth.  A woman smiles after having dental work done, feeling confident enough to show her teeth off. A stained, damaged smile can detract from the rest of your appearance and cause you to cover your mouth in fear that others might focus in on that one negative trait. Rather than continuing to cover your mouth every time you laugh, you co ..read more