Dr. Motiwala | The Smile Makeover

February 7, 2023

Dental Health

How Often Should You See Your Dentist

The American Dental Association says that a little more than half of Americans go to their dentist twice a year, which is how often checkups should be done. This means that more than 40% of people only make an appointment when something is wrong. People in the second group may end up spending more money […]

January 28, 2023

Dental Health

Do Dental Problems Cause Headaches?

A bite problem is often the cause of headaches that don’t go away. Some people call this “TMJ,” which is not the right name. The temporomandibular joint is what TMJ stands for, and most headaches are not caused by the joint itself. It has more to do with how you move your face. How are […]

January 21, 2023

Dental Health

How Do Teeth Change with Age?

Our teeth age just like the rest of our bodies. We can slow down the aging process in some ways, but we can’t stop it completely. These changes happen over time and change the way our teeth look. They also make some dental problems more likely. Intrinsic Changes The yellow core of the tooth, called […]

January 14, 2023

Dental Health

Harmful Effects of Thumb Sucking

As always, we have a much longer and more detailed explanation for you on the negative effects of thumb sucking. Here’s what you need to know if you are the parent of a young child who does this. Non-Nutritive Thumb Sucking Pacifier use and thumb sucking are both parts of a larger group of habits […]

January 7, 2023

Dental Health

Deep Stains on My Teeth

Almost everyone wants a whiter, brighter smile these days. For people who have deep stains, this can be hard to do. Deep, dark stains on the teeth can be fixed in a few different ways. They have different degrees of success and have pros and cons of their own. What makes teeth have deep stains? […]

December 28, 2022

Dental Health

Common Causes of Bad Breath

Having bad breath is considered a social sickness. It makes people avoid you. The degree of intimacy between us and our spouse is diminished as a result. It is even possible for it to prevent a well-earned promotion from happening. Why? We automatically steer clear of items that have a putrid odor, much in the […]

December 21, 2022

Dental Health

Are You Suffering From Burning Mouth Syndrome?

If you’re like most people, at some point or another, you’ve definitely taken a bite of food that left your mouth feeling like it had been burned. But were you aware that for some people, the impression of having a hot or burning sensation in the mouth can occur even if they have never taken […]

December 14, 2022

Dental Health

All You Wanted to Know About Lip Cancer

Education is essential, despite the fact that cancer can be a frightening word. Your dentist is here to help you understand the warning signs of lip cancer, which is a prevalent type of mouth cancer. As your partner in oral health, your dentist is here to work with you to improve your oral health. It […]

December 7, 2022

Dental Health

Is Your Job Affecting Your Smile?

It should come as no surprise that the stress we experience at work can have a detrimental effect on both our physical and mental health. But you might not be aware that it can also negatively impact your oral health. That’s right: the same stress that makes it more likely for you to skip brushing […]

November 28, 2022

Dental Health

How Does Invisalign Work?

You’ve probably considered clear dental aligners if you’re worried about a smile that isn’t as straight as you’d like it to be but cringe at the prospect of traditional metal braces. The use of Invisalign® clear dental aligners has established itself as a very successful way to treat crooked teeth. Describe Invisalign® Invisalign® was the […]