I would love to have my teeth whitened by a dentist one day, but I have a little dental anxiety and haven't worked up the courage just yet. Until then, I have been trying different at-home products to see what works the best for me. Most home-whitening products have the same peroxide gel formula, but they use different application techniques. What have I learned? I think the right whitening product depends on your lifestyle. If you want to whiten on-the-go, a whitening pen can be used easily in your car. If you like to whiten at home, then strips or trays can likely get your teeth whiter than the pens. I created this blog to help spread the word that there are many types of products that can whiten your teeth, and many work well! You don't have to be embarrassed by your stained smile!
Posted on: 12 November 2018
Dental implants are a great way for patients to be able to smile and chew like normal. If you have had to have a tooth pulled, or if you recently lost a tooth, then you may be wondering what you can do to restore your smile. Luckily, with dental implants, you can get back your smile and your ability to chew. During this procedure, your dentist will place a dental implant into your gums.
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Posted on: 18 October 2018
Having your wisdom teeth removed may seem scary, but it's actually a fairly routine surgery with few complications. As long as you follow your oral surgeon's aftercare instructions, the chances are good that you'll be just fine. However, the recommendation to stick to soft foods for some time after the surgery can be daunting for some people, especially if you want to maintain a healthy diet and feel full after you eat.
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Posted on: 26 September 2018
The transparent coating on your teeth is known as tooth enamel, and it can become weak over time. Drinking coffee every morning or consuming other dark beverages can cause the enamel to turn a yellow color that is very unappealing. Acidic foods can also cause damage to the tooth enamel over time. Since any damage caused to tooth enamel will be permanent, you should know how you can better protect your tooth enamel.
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Posted on: 1 September 2018
You have likely heard of traditional metal braces, plastic braces, and plastic removable tray braces, but have you heard about ceramic braces? These less common braces are a popular choice for people who cannot afford removable plastic tray braces, but still want braces that are invisible. So, how are ceramic braces made? Why else would you choose them? What concerns might you have with their care? Those questions are answered as follows.
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