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Stained teeth: get a whiter smile

Nobody likes it when their teeth are no longer white. You don’t look as good and you don’t feel as good. One study reports that at least 9.8% of us will experience a significant level of tooth discoloration. Prevention is key to helping keep teeth white – especially around what you eat and especially what […]

Is it safe to go to the dentist during COVID-19?

Is it safe to go to the dentist during COVID-19

Is it safe to go to the dentist during the pandemic? COVID-19 changed our lives in many ways, but one thing should remain constant – your dental hygiene. Regular checkups are important for healthy teeth and gums. Read here to find out what dentists are doing to keep you safe during your visit.

Dental Caries: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Dental caries causes

What are dental caries?  Dental caries are small holes in your teeth. They begin as a demineralization of the tooth surface, and typically lead to the chronic, progressive destruction of your teeth. And they’re super-common! Most of us will have caries at one point or another.  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]

Should I get my wisdom taken out? Wisdom teeth removal cost and benefits

wisdom teeth removal cost

So if you’re on the fence or don’t understand why you should have your wisdom teeth removed, you’re not alone. Lots of people figure it’s not worth the pain, not to mention the price. But the longer you put off booking a dentist’s appointment, the more problems your wisdom teeth can cause, costing you more […]

What is cosmetic dentistry?

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Cosmetic dentistry is a specialty service offered by some dentists – and includes many types of procedures. They include implanting artificial teeth and applying coatings to your teeth to make them appear brighter. They’re aesthetic services designed to help you feel more confident when you smile or speak in front of others. This type of dentistry is also considered elective, which means it is often non-essential to your dental health.

The cool ins and outs of fluoride mouthwash: Ingredients, uses, benefits

Nothing feels as good as a fresh mouth! (Ok, that may be up for discussion.) But seriously, fresh breath and that cool tingle of a proper fluoride mouthwash feel pretty amazing. A fluoride mouthwash is different from the typical kinds. Fluoride mouthwash will strengthen (and whiten!) your teeth, reduce decay, and leave your mouth feeling […]

Tooth pain: Causes, remedies, treatment

tooth pain

The human body is a wonder! But it does hurt a lot, and sometimes health problems seem to arise out of thin air. Tooth pain is one of those ailments that can really take you by surprise, if you do not keep up with your routine dental appointments!  This is just another reason to make […]

Tooth enamel: Loss, erosion, treatment

tooth enamel

What is tooth enamel? Tooth enamel is the thin outermost layer of your teeth – and the hardest tissue in the human body. Tooth enamel is mainly made up of one mineral called hydroxyapatite. Although enamel can vary in color from light yellow to gray or even blueish-white, it’s semi-translucent and only partially responsible for […]