What Can You Do About Discomfort From Dental Braces?

Posted on 12 December 2016

Dental braces are instrumental in helping to straighten misaligned teeth. For brace wearers, there can be occasional discomfort. If you currently wear braces or plan to in the future, there are ways you can eliminate or lessen the problems that sometimes come with wearing the appliances. Here are some of the most commonly experienced problems and what you can do to ease the discomfort.   Increased Sensitivity After first getting braces, you might notice an increased sensitivity to hot and cold foods and beverages. [Read More]

4 Questions You Might Have About Veneers

Posted on 3 November 2016

If you have seen the extent to which dental veneers can positively change the appearance of a person's smile, you may be considering having them applied to your teeth. Here are a few questions you may have about veneers, along with the answers.  From what are dental veneers made? Dental veneers are usually made from a plastic called resin for from porcelain. Each of these materials is tooth-colored, and their shade can be predetermined. [Read More]

What Options Do I Have For Tooth Replacement?

Posted on 3 November 2016

Missing teeth can be both a cosmetic issue and a dental health liability. When you're looking for tooth replacement options, there are many procedures to consider for great results. Here are some of the common options that a cosmetic dentist may suggest.  Traditional Dental Implants Dental implants are often one of the most highly recommended tooth replacement options. An implant is a strong option because it creates a non-removable false tooth that sits at the level of your natural teeth. [Read More]

Getting Older And Want To Look Younger? Skip The Cosmetic Surgeon And Visit Your Dentist

Posted on 17 October 2016

If you have aged, you may be considering going to see a cosmetic surgeon for something like Botox, fillers or even a face lift. Instead of seeing a surgeon, however, you may be surprised that there are dentists that can help you look younger. Below are different types of teeth problems that can affect your appearance and how the dentist can help you. Grinding or Clenching Teeth Over time, your upper and lower teeth wear down due to chewing, grinding, and clenching teeth. [Read More]

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Kate's Fear of TMJ

When I was little, I was scared of dying from Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMD or TMJ. It's a condition where your jaw gets sore and stiff. I used to think that I would get it and not be able to eat and then I would slowly die from starvation. Now that I'm older, I know that TMJ is not life-threatening, but I still have no desire to get it! I wanted to talk about tips and tricks, and about oral health care in general since I've already done a lot of research. If you have questions, I hope you find them here! Thanks for stopping by.

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