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Cosmetic dentistry is typically performed to provide advantages for aesthetic appeal when compared to traditional general dentistry procedures. Yet, cosmetic dentistry is not only about aesthetics. Restorative procedures can fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry in certain circumstances as well. There are several reasons why children may have cosmetic dentistry procedure. Check out why! The Bright White Smile: When children lose their four front teeth and permanent teeth replace them, the permanent teeth naturally look more yellow and gray.  […]

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If you are interested in a career smile makeover, you are not alone. It is very common for people in the job market to want to build up their first impression with prospective employers. After all, it widely known that a smile can represent how you perceive yourself and can reflect on how others perceive you. A beautiful, well aligned smile helps to make you an attractive candidate to potential employers. A smile makeover is designed to treat both functional […]

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The best part about a New Year’s Resolution for a healthy mouth is that it can be an easy goal to accomplish. Whether you are already practicing good oral hygiene or know you need to make changes to better support your oral hygiene, there are usually new ways to improve the health of your mouth. A great time for oral hygiene is at the New Year! Tooth Brushing:Stick to brushing twice a day for two minutes each session in order […]

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Check out some the most popular oral health stocking stuffers that can bring out a smile.  These ideas are simple to purchase, easy to use and may provide incentive for your loved ones to focus on their smile for the New Year ahead. Whether it’s cosmetic dentistry or toothpaste, stocking stuffers focused on dentistry can be worthwhile. Check out the small cosmetic dentistry treats and the oral hygiene  delights that can bring out a smile! Prescription Fluoride Toothpaste: Available for […]

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Today, orthodontics may fall into the cosmetic dentistry category. Orthodontics incorporates restorative and aesthetic considerations as the primary function is to treat malooclusion (inappropriate bite) which can affect speech or eating, but can also affect the appearance of the teeth with crowding, spaced teeth or a displeasing jaw line and facial appearance. Thirty percent of adults in the U.S. seek out orthodontics today. Yet, The American Dental Association recommends that children receive an orthodontic assessment by age seven and more […]

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Your oral cavity is just waiting to savor all of the treats that are so enjoyed over the holiday season. Pies, cakes and sweetening pastries are just some of the favorites that most people look forward to over the holidays. Just as people are ready to enjoy such treats, so are bacterial microbes in our mouths, such as S. mutans that indulge in sugar to deliver sticky, white plaque with the aid of glucans and acid that tantalize the enamel […]

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That funny taste in your mouth can be quite disconcerting. A funny taste may be there consistently or may come and go at different times. You may notice it when you exhale. You may only notice it when you slide your tongue across your teeth or on the inside of your mouth. Your partner may notice it during an up close moment. At first, you may think it is bad breath because it’s odorous.  But then, you realize the funny […]

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When it comes to food causes for bad breath, it could be sulfur compounds from garlic and onion that are expelled when you exhale which create bad breath. According to Lisa Harper Mallonee, MPH, RD, associate professor at Texas A&M Health Science Center Baylor College of Dentistry, “Garlic and onions top the list when it comes to halitosis.” Perhaps, it is coffee and alcohol which trigger bad bacteria growth and inhibit saliva flow, creating the environment for foul smells in […]

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There are very important things to consider with all procedures. Cosmetic dentistry is not alone. There are both aesthetic and functional considerations to take into account, the benefits of cosmetic dentistry can award you with a bright, white, well aligned smile. First, let’s explore some of the aesthetic and functional issues that you’ll want to consider if you are interested in cosmetic dentistry. The Spectrum of Colors; There is a pallet of colors to choose from when going to a […]

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There are many ways that the right dietary lifestyle can defy bacteria, remove cavity causing plaque build up, strengthen enamel and rejuvenate your breath. Check out a few of the foods that are great for your oral health. After all, it’s important. Your oral health cannot be ignored! Green Tea: Green tea kills off bacteria which create sugar that leads to plaque build up- a cause for cavities. By drinking 3 to 5 cups of green tea a day, you […]

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