When you receive porcelain veneers, the immediate response will likely include absolute joy! Your new smile will look quite lovely. However, this can only happen if you actually agree to move forward with veneers. If the uncertainty regarding what you can expect once your veneers are placed is keeping you from giving the go-ahead, we suggest you think over a few questions (and their corresponding answers) for some serious reassurance.
Goodbye, Whitening Worries!
Sure, you are well aware of the exceptionally long list of benefits that come with teeth whitening. However, if your mind quickly races through potential drawbacks, you may find yourself far too worried to move forward with whitening. Fortunately, we have had many conversations with patients over the years. As a result, we are prepared to offer some helpful reasons you should feel at ease about brightening up your smile.
Quiz: Do You Know Your Dental Implant Parts?
When you begin learning about dental implants, you will quickly discover the major benefits. This is a tooth replacement solution that often trumps all others for a patient, due to its solid stability and exceptionally long life (implants may remain in place for a lifetime, after all). However, when it comes to the particulars of how an implant restores a missing tooth, do you know much about the different parts? Or, do you assume an implant is a single piece? Test your knowledge (and clear up any confusion) with a brief quiz.
Who And What Does Sleep Apnea Hurt?
Are you under the impression that seeking sleep apnea treatment is something that will improve your life – but it doesn’t have much to do with anyone or anything else? This is a common tale. Patients often fail to realize that the effects of sleep apnea tend to radiate out quite far, affecting other individuals and other areas of their lives. We encourage you to learn more about how this sleep disorder may damage your quality of life, so you gather more urgency regarding treatment.
3 Important Flossing Tips
Is there something about flossing your teeth that you really don’t like – but you know it’s an essential aspect of your dental hygiene session? Do you think you might be able to do a better job with your dental floss but you really aren’t sure how to improve what you have been doing for so long? Fortunately, we are prepared to offer a few surprisingly helpful tips to get your smile its cleanest, while you enjoy the process.
3 Ways You’re Sabotaging Invisalign Treatment
Are you currently wearing Invisalign trays as your orthodontic treatment of choice to align your smile? If so, do you wonder if you’re doing a good job? Do you think you might be undermining the success of treatment by making mistakes here and there? It’s easy to overlook a few mishaps that can result in interrupted treatment. The good news? We are prepared to help, so you can make the most of your Invisalign treatment. Consider some common ways patients accidentally sabotage their Invisalign wear, so you can get back on track toward attaining a straight, beautiful smile.
Check In On Your Brushing
Do you assume that you are doing a wonderful job with your daily brushing? Have you suddenly wondered whether you’re doing everything right or if there is some part of your dental hygiene that you might improve? The good news is that checking in on your brushing is quite simple. Look over some guidelines to determine whether you have been following them or if you need to make a change or two to your daily brushing sessions. It’s that easy.
Do You Need Whitening Or Veneers?
How do you feel about the brightness of your teeth? Over time, our teeth often become dulled with brown or yellow stains. To remove these stains we need cosmetic dentistry. What option will best improve your smile? Do you need whitening or veneers? In addition, what steps can you take to help your new smile stay brighter for longer periods of time?
Why Do We Need General Dentistry?
Do you brush and floss your teeth every day? If you do, then you may not understand the importance of general dentistry. After all, why see the dentist for a checkup and cleaning if you take care of your teeth from home? Why do we need general dentistry? The fact is, general dental care is essential for maintaining a healthy and beautiful smile.
Do You Qualify For Invisalign®?
If you have an uneven smile then you may feel embarrassed about your appearance. In addition, misalignment can also increase the risk of other smile issues, such as TMJ disorder, gum disease, tooth decay, and teeth grinding (bruxism). To address uneven smiles we may recommend clear braces. Do you qualify for Invisalign®?