Are You A Good Candidate For Veneers?

Posted on 20 May 2016

Having an attractive smile can be a simple way to boost your confidence. If you wish that your smile were more appealing, you may be considering a cosmetic dental procedure to help improve the appearance of your teeth. Veneers provide a simple solution for many alignment and discoloration problems. Here are three questions to ask yourself to help determine if veneers are an option to treat your cosmetic dental problems. [Read More]

An Explanation Of The 3 Phases Of Tooth Decay

Posted on 4 May 2016

For all of the fear that surrounds it, the process of tooth decay remains widely misunderstood by many people. Yet education remains an important part of preventative health. If you would like to protect yourself by learning more about how tooth decay progresses, read on. This article will outline the three principal stages of dental decay. Demineralized Enamel Demineralization is the first stage in all instances of decay. It is characterized by the slow growth of whitish spots on the enamel of a tooth. [Read More]

2 Ways to Whiten Your Teeth

Posted on 29 March 2016

Dental staining can occur each time you eat a meal or drink a beverage. The dyes and natural pigments contained in the foods that you ingest can be absorbed by the pores of the teeth and cause yellowing. Still, you don't have to settle for discoloration. There are multiple ways to whiten your teeth. Here are a few of them: Natural Whitening If you prefer to whiten your teeth naturally, there are many natural substances that can be used to brighten your smile. [Read More]

Haven't Been To The Dentist In Years? Here's How To Prepare For Your Appointment

Posted on 29 March 2016

If you haven't been to the dentist in a long time, you might be dealing with a lot of emotions. You could be afraid of the dentist and your upcoming appointment, which could be one reason why you haven't been in so long. You might be a bit embarrassed about the condition of your teeth, and you could be worried about the cost and what the dentist will find. All of these emotions are certainly understandable, but following these tips can help you prepare for your first appointment in a long time. [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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