For many adults, a crooked smile can be a major nuisance. While some cosmetic dental issues like discoloration can be easily resolved, many adults shy away from clunky, unsightly, and uncomfortable metal braces. Thanks to Invisalign, old-school braces don’t have to be your only option. Invisalign treatments correct overcrowded and misaligned teeth with a series of transparent aligner […]
A tooth gap (diastema) can develop for a variety of reasons, from undersized teeth to a mismatch between the size of the teeth and jawbone. Whatever the cause, keep in mind that tooth gaps can actually give you a unique and beautiful smile. Famous actors, actresses, athletes, and models with tooth gaps have owned their […]
A chipped or crooked tooth might not cause physical health issues, but feeling embarrassed to smile can affect your self-esteem and confidence. Fortunately, dental bonding can transform the entire look of your smile and improve the function of your teeth by covering minor flaws. If you are considering making a cosmetic change to your teeth, […]
Should I get veneers? If you’re unsatisfied with your smile, you might ask yourself this question. The appeal of dental veneers is easy to understand. While they aren’t a cure-all, veneers do offer a quick, affordable fix for many common cosmetic dental issues. When considering whether or not to get veneers, it is helpful to have a […]
Once upon a time, straightening your teeth meant living with a mouth full of highly conspicuous and extremely uncomfortable metal for months. Today, clear plastic aligners like those from Invisalign offer an opportunity to improve your smile without the self-consciousness and pain associated with traditional braces. If you’re ready to perfect your grin, use these […]
As you bite through peanut brittle, hard candies, ice, chicken wings, and more, you might amaze at the strength of your teeth. They can chew through anything, right? Wrong. There is a reason why dentists warn against using your teeth as a tool (to pop a bottle top, open a bag of chips, bite off a tag, […]
Have you ever wished that your smile were straighter or brighter? Are you embarrassed by your teeth? Does your smile have a noticeable cosmetic flaw, such as a gap, a chipped tooth, or misshapen teeth? We are lucky to live in world where the solutions to these problems are convenient and affordable. Cosmetic dentistry refers […]
You’ve heard it before: your smile is the first thing someone notices about you. Most everyone would like to make a great first impression with a bright, white smile, so it’s frustrating when you notice that your teeth are becoming discolored. If you find yourself asking “Why are my teeth yellow?”, we’ll explain some of […]
Did you know that when veneers were invented in 1928, they were used primarily to change the appearance of actors’ teeth? As decades passed, the process was perfected and by 1982, veneers could be permanently bonded to teeth. These incredibly thin and realistic porcelain shells cover up your teeth’s imperfections, hiding chips, cracks, discoloration, irregularly […]
Very few people are born with perfectly straight teeth. However, most people choose to straighten their crooked smiles with a little help from their dentist or orthodontist. We’re lucky to live in a world where straightening teeth is not only possible, but it’s also available at a variety of price points using a range of […]
