White spots are a common type of enamel discoloration that can be noticed on teeth. The tooth appears to have certain areas that are beautiful, opaque white tint that stands out from the rest of the tooth. Although your first impression may be that having white teeth...
Have you been weighing the pros and cons of having your wisdom teeth removed? Have you been told that now is the right time to have them removed? You might feel anxious about the actual process or that you’re a little bit too old to have your wisdom teeth...
A smile makeover is a customized set of cosmetic dentistry treatments that give you the smile of a movie star you’ve always wanted, even if your teeth are broken, stained, or not in the right place. You can change the way your smile looks to make it more...
Do you want to replace your lost teeth with dental implants? This amazing treatment could give you a smile that is strong, lasts for a long time, and looks completely natural even after years have passed. As soon as you decide to replace your lost teeth, you should...
Why Do My Teeth Need To Be Aligned? I’m assuming the primary reason people get braces is to enhance the appearance of their smile. Not true! The occlusion of your teeth, also known as dental alignment, is an essential component in determining the overall health...
What would you choose to give up if you had to choose between your toothbrush and your car? A recent survey found that 42 percent of adults and 34 percent of teenagers would prefer give up their keys, computer, mobile phone, or microwave than get rid of their...
Why Do I Have Cavities? When patients go to the dentist for their checkups, the term “cavities” is one of the things that they dread hearing the dentist say. Even if you clean your teeth twice daily and use floss, your dentist still gave you a failing...
We’ve heard just about everything there is to hear when it comes to the ludicrous misconceptions that exist regarding dental cleanliness and treatment. On the other hand, the ones that pose the greatest threat are rarely as extreme as they appear. As a result of...
Nature has a rule that goes something like, “function follows form.” The implication of this adage is that how something appears determines how it works. You might, for instance, have a collection of screwdrivers in a variety of sizes and styles (form) to...
We all have our justifications. Time, and monetary, resources. aversion to experiencing unpleasant sensations. Adjusting coverage. Having yet more reason to remind us that we need to floss more. Any of these could make us reluctant to maintain regular dental...