The “Hollywood Smile” — dazzlingly white — is associated in our society with youth, health and vitality. Achieving that smile through either professional or home whitening applications has become very popular. Teeth become discolored or dull for a number of reasons. It can be something intrinsic with the teeth — changes in enamel or dental […]
There are a number of materials and techniques available in cosmetic dentistry that help us improve our patients’ smiles. Porcelain veneers stand out as one of the most popular and least interventional of these options. As the name implies, a veneer is a thin layer of dental restorative material that covers the original tooth surface. […]
If you are one of the millions of Americans with missing teeth, then you’re probably aware of some of the obvious side effects. You may feel self-conscious during conversations or simply avoid smiling altogether to conceal your dental issue. It is not uncommon for missing teeth to affect your confidence, but did you know that […]
Nothing conveys confidence quite like a bright, white smile. Unfortunately, not all smiles are created equal. And, some smiles are much whiter than others. Whether your teeth have become discolored from food and drink or general wear and tear from aging, you may find yourself looking in the mirror one day wishing that there was […]
It’s a fact that everything in life changes. Tooth alignment is no exception. Even if you were blessed as a child with perfectly positioned pearly whites or achieved them thanks to successful orthodontic therapy, with the passage of time, you may be noticing more space between some teeth and more crowding among others. Perhaps you’ve […]
Once you’ve decided to make over your smile, you’re embarking on an exciting journey to restore your smile and your confidence. As experts in cosmetic dentistry, you should consider us partners on this journey, here to help not only fulfill your vision, but also answer any questions while making you feel at ease throughout the […]
Everyone knows Vanna White as the elegant co-host of the popular game show Wheel of Fortune. But here’s one thing you may not know: White is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as television’s most frequent clapper, with an average of 720 claps per show — that’s over 28,000 per season! And here’s […]
For decades, dental amalgam — the common “silver” fillings found in the mouths of millions — was the best option for restoring teeth after the removal of decay. This time-tested material is still going strong, but in recent years it’s had serious competition from newer restoration techniques that use tooth-colored substances to make fillings. If […]
Anytime you have a tooth that does not erupt (surface) correctly but rather stays submerged below the gum you have a problem. Sometimes this situation can cause significant pain, while other times it can be totally pain-free. When this occurs to a wisdom tooth (third molar), you have what is commonly referred to as an […]
The ailment we commonly called gum disease is actually series of related diseases, all of which involve the tissues that surround the teeth. It’s sometimes thought of as a “silent” malady, because its symptoms — bad breath, soreness, or bleeding of the gums — may be masked by other conditions. Or, they may simply be […]
