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What to Look for in an Invisalign®  Dentist

Are you considering straightening your teeth with Invisalign®? This is no surprise. If you are unhappy with your crooked teeth, Invisalign offers many benefits as an orthodontic treatment. Most people are happy that Invisalign lets them straighten their teeth without having visible metal brackets and wires. Additional benefits include not having [...]

By |December 15th, 2021|Invisalign|

Finding the Best Solution to Your Black Triangles

An attractive smile is a healthy balance between the teeth, gums, lips, and negative space in your mouth. But there’s one thing that can really throw off the appearance of your smile: the formation of black triangles between your teeth. These black triangles form around the bases of your teeth, showing the spaces between [...]

Steps to Take Before Surgery to Help Dental Implant Success

Among the many great benefits of dental implants is their very high success rate. However, even with a low chance of failure, it’s important to do everything you can to maximize your odds of getting the dental implant results you’re looking for. Many of the things you can do to improve your [...]

Why You’re Never Too Old For Braces With Invisalign

In the past, we used to think of Invisalign as something that people did as children or teens. But these days more and {{{{link id='53322' text='more adults are getting their teeth straightened'}}}}. But can you always get your teeth straightened? Or is there a point where you’re just too old for Invisalign? [...]

8 Signs You Need New Porcelain Veneers

Although it would be nice, porcelain veneers don’t last forever. On average, veneers can last up to 20 years before they need a replacement. In some cases, people might need replacement veneers much sooner due to having poor quality veneers placed initially. If you’re not sure if it’s time to [...]

Dental Implants Can Improve Quality of Life

Dental implants are restorations that can result in significant improvement in your quality of life. There aren’t many investments that can make you look and feel better for decades to come. However, dental implants are one of them. According to a study of the quality of life of people who receive dental [...]

Invisalign vs Six Month Smiles: Which Clear Braces are Right For You?

If you’ve been dreaming about a straighter smile, you’re in luck! There are lots of orthodontic treatment options to choose from today. Additionally, some patients might achieve a straighter smile with porcelain veneers if they don’t want to get orthodontics. However, orthodontic treatments are the best option for long-term straight teeth and all the [...]

Don’t Settle For Ugly Dentures

Dentures that cost less have a lot of problems, but the one most people will notice is that they don’t look good. If you choose lower-tier dentures, prepare to have an unattractive smile. This is a blunt statement, but the truth is that there are many reasons why all dentures can’t look attractive.

Why You Should Get a Second Opinion for Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

When it comes to making cosmetic changes to your smile, would you choose the first dentist you met with? Whether you found them online or they were your default choice due to your dental insurance, there’s no reason why you can’t weigh your options with other dentists. Sometimes, getting a second opinion for

Treating Receding Gums from Bulimia and GERD

It’s commonly acknowledged that stomach acid is damaging to tooth enamel. Regular exposure to stomach acid can cause the erosion of dental enamel, resulting in teeth that are weakened and discolored. These damaged teeth are easily seen and present a cosmetic problem as well as a health problem. What most people [...]

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