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Smile Makeovers: How Your Dentist Can Help You Achieve Your Smile Goals

February 8, 2025

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If you’d like to drastically alter the appearance of your smile, but you’re dealing with multiple flaws in multiple teeth, there’s perhaps no better answer than a smile makeover. This treatment process combines and streamlines various cosmetic (and sometimes restorative) procedures to give a dull, damaged smile a second lease on life. However, you might be wondering just what elements of your smile your dentist is planning to focus on when carrying out this treatment plan. Here’s a closer look!

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Why You Need a Healthy Smile Before Undergoing Cosmetic Dentistry

February 4, 2025

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Have you always dreamed of having a brighter, more attractive smile? You don’t have to be a movie star or celebrity to achieve a picture-perfect grin; you just have to visit your cosmetic dentist! However, before they can approve you for some of these confidence-inspiring elective treatments, they’ll want to ensure that your smile is healthy. Continue reading below to learn a little more about cosmetic dentistry and why it’s in your best interest to make sure your smile is problem-free before kicking off its transformation!

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5 Ways You Can Improve the Appearance of Your Smile

January 24, 2025

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A great smile can do wonders for your confidence and your ability to make a first impression. However, you may not be completely happy with what you see when you check your teeth in the mirror. Fortunately, thanks to cosmetic dentistry, there are plenty of ways for you to enhance the overall appearance of your smile; below are just 5 examples that may be worth considering.  

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3 Must-Know Tips for Finding the Perfect Dentist for Your Smile Makeover

January 4, 2025

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a patient during their cosmetic dental consultation

A beautiful, confident smile can make a lasting impression and open up several doors to opportunities, and a smile makeover is the secret to achieving the look you’ve always wanted. That said, no matter what sort of cosmetic services you desire, it’s all about the execution, and you’re going to want the best possible person to perform these treatments to refresh your grin. Here’s what you need to know about finding the perfect cosmetic dentist to perform your smile makeover.

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Preventing Menu Mishaps: Foods You Should Avoid with Dentures

December 19, 2024

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Dentures are an excellent solution for replacing lost permanent teeth, but even though they restore the look and feel of your smile, there are still a few foods you should avoid when you wear them. That’s because unlike implant dentures or your natural teeth, dentures cannot always hold up to the rigors of chewing certain foods, especially as you’re getting used to wearing them.

Here are a few things you shouldn’t eat with your dentures when you first get them, and a few that you should skip no matter how long you’ve had them.

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6 Factors You Should Bring Up at Your Next Dental Visit

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Woman at the dentist

The mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body. Ultimately, your dental health and general health are closely related and say a lot about each other. That’s why going over your health history and medications is so important during your dental visits. Here are some health factors that you should let your dentist know about at your next appointment if you haven’t already.

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Hereditary Health: Is Gum Disease Genetic?

November 30, 2024

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Did you know that gum disease is the #1 leading cause of tooth loss in adults? Gingivitis, the earliest stage, starts small and often goes unnoticed, leading to progressively worsening issues. Eventually, your connective tissues start to recede from your enamel to escape the infection, leaving your teeth without a strong enough foundation to remain in place.

You may already know that brushing and flossing your teeth twice daily is essential to preventing periodontal problems, but were you aware that heredity also plays a part? Continue reading to learn more about it!

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Royal Recovery: Healing from Getting a Dental Crown

November 22, 2024

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You’ll likely be fitted with a dental crown if you have an overly damaged tooth or recently underwent a root canal procedure. These tooth-shaped caps are made from resilient ceramic or resin that are customized to match the size and shade of your natural teeth. Then, they’re bonded over the injured tooth to shield it from harm while restoring its appearance and functionality.

These prosthetics are used to safeguard your smile, but many patients worry about recovering from this procedure because they’re worried it could hurt. Continue reading to learn more about 3 things to expect after your appointment to set your mind at ease!

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How To Get Some Sleep After A Tooth Extraction

September 27, 2024

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A woman sleeping following a tooth extraction.

Having a tooth extraction is an exhausting process. Between the anesthesia and the procedure, when you return home its common to want to just relax. But what happens when you can’t get comfortable? Here’s how to get settled in after a tooth removal so you can get the rest you need to power your recovery.

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Too Many Shades of White: Polishing Your Dental Bonding

September 4, 2024

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Close up of woman checking out her dental bonding in her mirror

You have a secret: some of your teeth aren’t 100% natural. Thanks to your dentist’s color-matching skills, your dental bonding blends right in. The only people who know about your dental restoration are the people you choose to tell.

Lately, however, the bonding material has been looking a bit worse for wear. Your picture-perfect smile is slowly starting to show too many different shades of white. Would a teeth whitening treatment eliminate dental (and bonding!) stains to help round out your look?

The answer to that might be more complicated than you would expect. Keep reading to learn how you can polish your dental bonding.

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