Family Cosmetic Dentist Blog
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Healthy Smiles for Alfonso Ribeiro and Family
posted: Sep. 29, 2020.
If there's anything that makes Alfonso Ribeiro happier than his long-running gig as host of America's Funniest Home Videos, it's the time he gets to spend with his family: Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Direct Veneers Offer a Quick and Affordable Alternative to Traditional Veneers
posted: Sep. 19, 2020.
Orthodontics, veneers and other cosmetic dental techniques can turn a less than perfect smile into a beautiful one—but not always very quickly. For example, porcelain veneers can take weeks Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Want to Improve Your Athletic Performance? Try Tuning Up Your Dental Care
posted: Sep. 09, 2020.
After a long hiatus, school athletes are gearing up for another sports year. Given the pandemic, they may be modifying some of their usual habits and practices. But one Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
This Orthodontic Device Could Reduce the Need for Future Braces
posted: Aug. 30, 2020.
Each year, millions of children and teenagers wear braces or clear aligners to straighten a crooked smile. But there may be a way to treat some of these bite Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Listen to Ellen DeGeneres: Don't Think You Can Get Away Without Flossing!
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.
This year's Carol Burnett Award, presented at the Golden Globes, goes to Ellen DeGeneres for her “outstanding contributions to the television medium on or off the screen.” This is Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Restoring Your Dental Implants
posted: Aug. 19, 2020.
Dental implants are a smart solution to help fill gaps and restore tooth functionality. With a 95% success rate, dental implants are reliable and long lasting, but nothing is bulletproof. Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Mouth Breathing Can Lead to Serious Oral Problems, Especially for Children
posted: Aug. 10, 2020.
It's normal for people to breathe through their nose. And for good reason: Nasal breathing filters contaminants, warms and humidifies incoming air, and helps generate beneficial nitric oxide. Chronic Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Talk With Your Dentist About Antibiotic Therapy Before Implant Surgery
posted: Jul. 31, 2020.
Dental implants are far and away the most “tooth-like” restoration available today for missing teeth. Not only do they look real, they also mimic dental anatomy in replacing the Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Stop Plaque Buildup Around Your Implant-Supported Bridge With Flossing
posted: Jul. 21, 2020.
Losing your teeth can be a traumatic experience with serious consequences for your overall health. Fortunately, you have great options for replacing lost teeth that can restore both appearance Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Pretty Little Liars' Lucy Hale Crushes on Smiles
posted: Jul. 11, 2020.
Is a “teeth crush” a thing? According to a recent confession by Lucy Hale, it is. Hale, who has played Aria Montgomery for seven seasons on the hit TV Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Why Is Your Smile Gummy? Here Are 4 Possibilities
posted: Jul. 01, 2020.
What makes a beautiful smile? Beautiful teeth, for sure. But there's also another component that can make or break your smile, regardless of your teeth's condition: your gums. Although Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Even All-Natural Fruit Juices Could Raise Your Child's Risk for Tooth Decay
posted: Jun. 21, 2020.
The amount of sugar your child consumes has a huge bearing on their tooth decay risk: The more they take in, the higher it is for this destructive disease. Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Jun. 11, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Jun. 01, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Tooth Pain? Here Are Some Possible Causes
posted: May 22, 2020.
“My tooth hurts…or maybe more than one. Or, it might be my gums.” If you're having trouble describing the pain in your mouth, don't feel bad. Although our body's pain Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
4 Ways to Avoid Dental Disease While Wearing Braces
posted: May 12, 2020.
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy isn't always easy—and it's even more of a challenge if you're wearing orthodontic appliances like braces. That's why a fair percentage of patients Read moreCategory: Oral Health
