It’s Never too Late to Straighten Your Smile

Correcting Negative Dental Changes That Occur With Age

13 December 2018

As a person ages, they may notice that their smile is becoming increasingly unattractive. Cosmetic dentistry applications can help correct negative changes to the teeth and gums that may occur over time. Here are a few changes that the teeth and gums of an older person nay suffer and how a cosmetic dentist can correct them. Yellow Teeth The color of your teeth may change as you age. Not only do colorants from the drinks and foods that you ingest build up in the pores of the tooth enamel, but some of the enamel may wear away over time.

Questions You Should Ask When The Dentist Says You Need A Procedure

16 November 2018

When you visit a dentist to get your teeth cleaned and examined, the dentist will let you know if there are any problems present with your teeth. If there are problems, the dentist will explain the problems and the treatment for them. Before you agree to go through with the procedures the dentist recommends, you may want to make sure that they are absolutely necessary, and you can do so by asking your dentist the following questions.

Why Gums Bleed When You Start Using a Water Flosser

19 October 2018

Integrating a water flosser into your daily oral health routine can really give a boost to your gums, teeth, and overall oral health. However, it's not uncommon for people to experience some bleeding from their gums when they first start using their water flossers. This is nothing to be alarmed about. Like standard flossing, many people experience bleeding at first only for it to go away after regular care. Here's why your gums are bleeding from your water flosser.

How Gender Differences Play Out In Dental And Oral Health

24 September 2018

Many things can affect your oral health, but did you know that your sex may have an influence on your dental and oral health? Here are some of the factors that may trigger these differences: The Prevalence of Dental Anxiety Dental anxiety, which manifests itself as the intense fear of going to the dentist or getting dental treatments, manifests itself in different frequencies in women and men. For example, some research shows that women experience more dental anxiety than men.

Looking Forward To Dental Implants? Why It's Important To Stay Positive

29 August 2018

There's no denying that dental implants are one of the best restorations out there. Dental implants can: Prevent gum recession Maintain bone density Improve speaking Improve smiling aesthetics Eliminate the need for dentures and other semi-permanent options While you may be very excited for these outcomes, you do need to realize that with any surgery, there are mental and emotional challenges to get through. Medical News Today says that many people who go through surgery suffer from depression.

Problems Caused By Underbites

1 August 2018

If your lower jaw sticks out further than your upper jaw, it means that you have an underbite. While having an underbite might make you feel self-conscious, it can cause a lot of other problems too. Here are some important things to understand about underbites and the problems they can cause. You might have trouble chewing Depending on the severity of your underbite, you might notice that chewing food is sometimes difficult.

How To Avoid Dental Implant Failure

5 July 2018

Dental implants offer a safe, reliable and attractive way for you to restore your beautiful smile without the complications offered by ordinary dentures. While the overwhelming majority of patients go on to enjoy a lifetime of great smiles, there are a few cases where dental implants have failed. The vast majority of dental implant failures come from trauma, poor dental hygiene, and a variety of other health factors. Practice Good Dental Hygiene

Understanding A Few Dental Filling Complications

6 June 2018

Cavities are extremely common. In fact, they are one of the world's most common health issues. Since dental decay is so common, then you can also expect fillings to be everyday procedures. The good news is that you are likely to retain healthy teeth and few issues after the cavity is removed. However, like any other medical procedure, complications can happen. Keep reading to learn about a few of them.