Pro tip: The composite and porcelain materials used for crowns and veneers doesn’t lighten. Whitening your teeth before you have cosmetic work done on your front teeth will help your dentist choose the brightest shade. If you decide to wait on whitening, you’ll have to redo the restorations, so they match the lightened teeth.
The most requested dental procedure is teeth whitening! Depending on the technique and strength of the whiteners used, your dentist can get your teeth up to 10 shades lighter in one visit!
Veneers not only reshape a tooth without removing a lot of tooth structure, but they also help reduce tooth sensitivity! Because they partially cover the tooth, they offer protection against cold, sweet, and other factors that contribute to tooth sensitivity.
According to the American Association of Endodontists, more than 15 million root canals are performed every year.
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See MoreShow mom some love! Sunday, May 12th is Mother’s Day. Remember your mom today and thank her for giving you life!
Yikes! In the 1800s, mouthwash contained ammonia before it was replaced with alcohol.
Need to get your calcium but can’t eat or drink dairy? Dark leafy greens, like kale and collards, are high in calcium and full of other nutrients!
Q: What does the dentist of the year get? A: A little plaque
May the floss be with you! May 4th is Star Wars Day!
May 1st is May Day, celebrating the change of seasons or arrival of spring in the Northern Hemisphere! Plant some flowers and welcome the fresh spring air!
Did you know? The first dental floss was made of silk!
If you have diabetes, you are at higher risk of developing some oral health problems, including gum disease, so it's important that you are extra diligent with your oral health.
Bleeding gums during pregnancy isn’t normal! While gingivitis caused by pregnancy exists, it is almost entirely preventable. More frequent cleanings throughout pregnancy and extra oral homecare can prevent this temporary issue.
Don’t forget the mouthwash! April 19th is National Garlic Day. Garlic is a member of the lily family and is considered an herbal remedy for colds. Studies also suggest garlic can reduce blood pressure and cholesterol.
Another reason to quit! Since the Surgeon General’s Report on Smoking and Health was issued in 1964, more than 20 million Americans have died from cigarette-related illness. Almost 2.5 million of those deaths were nonsmokers exposed to second-hand smoke.