Age Old Questions: About Your Toothbrush!

Do you ever sit around pondering the origins of your toothbrush? Maybe you think more about whether you’re using the best dental hygiene products possible or not. Wherever your thoughts tend to lead you, we are glad you spend time thinking about your oral health! In addition, we are happy to share some interesting information about your toothbrush to satisfy your craving for more information about smile care.

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A Prettier, Straighter Smile (Fast!)

When you’re dealing with a smile that isn’t quite as straight an attractive as you would like but you’re not suffering from a serious misalignment, you may feel uncertain about what to do. You don’t really need to spend a couple years in a full set of braces because your concern is mostly a cosmetic issue. However, you need more than bonding and veneers to address the problem. Fortunately for you, we offer Six Month Smiles to take care of your every concern. Learn more!

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Where’d That Tooth Chip Come From?

The wonderful news is that if you suffer from a tooth chip, you will be able to recover from the issue with the help of cosmetic dentistry. We can improve the issue with either dental bonding or the gentle coverage of a porcelain veneer, so your tooth looks whole again. The frustrating issue lies in the fact that you might not know why you have a chipped tooth (or teeth). This becomes particularly annoying if it’s a reoccurring or widespread problem. Let’s examine some common culprits, so you have an idea of how to avoid additional damage in the future.

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Dental Extractions: Remember These 3 R’s

When you have had a dental experience that leads to the requirement of a dental extraction, we encourage you to focus on three R-words to see you through this experience, while feeling happy and relieved regarding your care. We know that it’s not always the first thing on your list of things to do but, as you will discover, receiving an extraction can provide you with a wonderful chance to reclaim your oral health (instead of allowing it to decline). Keep our helpful R-suggestions in mind, so your experience is a positive one.

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Dental Hygiene: Easy Changes For Easier Care!

Did you know that a lot of patients let us know that they find dental hygiene frustrating? Did you know that it doesn’t have to feel like a challenge but can actually feel like a natural extension of your daily life? When you notice that something about practicing preventive care at home is getting under your skin or starting to feel overwhelming, we encourage you to stop, put the toothbrush down, and consider our advice. Then, of course, get back to the brushing and flossing and you’ll see how easy it can be.

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Teeth Whitening In A Jiffy

Sometimes, you just need teeth whitening immediately! When those moments occur, we urge you to let us know and to come in for professional treatment instead of attempting to figure out a do-it-yourself treatment on your own. When you come into our practice, you will receive treatment that has been selected with your comfort, convenience, safety, and goals in mind. Attempting a store-bought or DIY option cannot offer the same benefits (and may lead to damage or poor finish). Curious about how we can help? Find out more!

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Smoking: A Quiz On Quitting

Once the day arrives during which you declare you have smoked your last cigarette, you are on the road toward a tobacco-free life. That is, if you can figure out how to quit, how to avoid smoking again, and how to maintain your new lifestyle. Have you set up a solid journey for yourself or are you just winging this one? By having a sense of helpful guidelines, you can more easily follow through with this solid choice that will help safeguard your oral health and your body. Consider some tidbits of wisdom with the help of a quiz.

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Can Dental Implants Really Do It All?

When you first learn about dental implants as a tooth replacement, your takeaway will likely include a general sense of awe. “Wow!” you may think to yourself, “They really can do it all!” Then, as is the usual case when something seems too wonderful, you may find yourself wondering if there’s some drawback. Or, if perhaps the benefits aren’t really as fantastic as they seem. Give us a moment to help clarify for you what you’re getting when you choose implants (you will find that they really are as amazing as they seem).

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