Rethink Your Drink for Better Dental Health
We all have heard the old saying, “We are what we eat”, but did you know it is just as important for your teeth as it is your body? Your choice of drink has a big impact on your waistline as well as...
View ArticlePorcelain Veneers Vs. Composite Veneers
Cosmetic dentistry includes a number of dental procedures aimed at improving the appearance of the teeth and smile. A very common cosmetic procedure is the dental veneer. Dental veneers are wafer...
View ArticleSigns of A Dead (Non Vital) Tooth
What many people don’t realize, is that a tooth has nerves and blood vessels just like the rest of our body. A tooth is “vital” or alive. There are reasons why a tooth can become non vital, or dead. It...
View ArticleAre Teeth Whitening Toothpastes Effective?
For many of us, whiter teeth are a sign of youth, beauty, and vitality. If your teeth look dull and lifeless, you may lose some self confidence causing you to miss out on precious moments in life. As...
View ArticleLumineers and the Cosmetic Dentist
Lumineers are a very popular option for the cosmetic dentist. It gives the cosmetic dentist the ability to modify a patient’s smile with minimal preparation of the teeth. This cosmetic dentistry...
View ArticleWhat is Scaling and Root Planing?
Scaling and root planing is one of the most conservative and effective procedures to treat periodontal disease before it progresses. Scaling is the removal of calculus (commonly called tartar) and...
View ArticleTeeth Whitening Strips – Good or Bad?
Teeth whitening strips are a fairly new invention. Teeth whitening strips are sold over the counter in most drug stores. Proctor and Gamble introduced their first line of teeth whitening strips (Crest...
View ArticleIs Mouthwash Good for your Teeth?
Who would not want to use a good mouthwash before meeting that special someone for a kiss? Or just to feel minty fresh as you go about your day? For years there has been a discussion regarding...
View ArticleAnatomy Of Our Teeth
Tooth issues can occur no matter what age you are. From the littlest child to the oldest adult, having good education when tooth issues arise is paramount. Have you ever wondered what parts make up...
View ArticleCan Xylitol Help Your Oral Health?
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol sweetener used as a sugar substitute. Unlike other sweeteners, xylitol is actively beneficial for dental health. It has been shown to reduce tooth decay to a third in regular...
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