Benefits of Whitening Your Teeth with Veneers

If you would like to brighten the look of your teeth, there are multiple teeth-whitening options available. You can use an over-the-counter bleaching product or a professional home whitening kit. In addition, you can schedule an appointment to have a teeth-whitening solution professionally applied at your dentist's office. Each of these options offers varying degrees of whitening due to differences in application and concentrations of bleach. However, each type of bleaching system can cause some degree of dental sensitivity, even though it is minimized with the professional in-office application because of specialized gels that are not designed to deeply penetrate the pores of your teeth. Read More 

3 Easy Ways To Improve Your Smile At Home

Do you hold back smiles because you're not comfortable with the way your teeth look? If yellow stains and plaque build-up are preventing you from smiling or laughing, then you may want to consider ways to improve the appearance of your smile. To improve your smile through teeth whitening, you may want to take matters into your own hands and try some at-home solutions if you are unable to visit your dentist soon. Read More 

Important Questions To Ask Your Dentist

When you go to your dentist, you want to take the opportunity to learn as much as you can about your teeth and what you can do to avoid future dental issues. This is why it's a good idea to ask them some very important questions most people don't think to ask. This article lists some of the dental questions you should be asking. Should you be using a toothbrush with soft, medium or hard bristles? Read More 

Teaching Your Child Great Tooth-Brushing Habits: Some Important Do’s And Don’ts

Excellent, life-long dental hygiene habits start at a young age, so if your child has gotten to the point that he or she is old enough to begin learning how to brush his or her own teeth, this can be a very exciting time for you as a parent. However, as you teach your child how to brush properly, there are some important do's and don'ts you should keep in mind along the way. Read More 

3 Maintenance Tips For Fixed Dental Bridges

When you're missing a tooth or several teeth, a cosmetic dentist may recommend a fixed bridge as a tooth replacement option. Fixed bridges are similar to a partial denture, but unlike dentures, they're not removable. The porcelain crowns that replace your missing teeth are secured in place by metal framework anchored to the surrounding teeth. Once your dentist installs your dental bridge, you'll want to take care of it so that it stays comfortably in place. Read More