2015

Say Cheese! Five Mouth Defects You Can Fix Professionally For Future Photographs

With a mouth defect, it's natural to feel self-conscious about some features in your smile, especially when posing for pictures. Instead of keeping your mouth closed or avoiding the camera lens, you can rely on cosmetic dentistry to give you back the smile you once loved. There are five different tooth defects that can impact your smile in a photograph. Each one has the potential to get corrected by a professional dentist.

Proactive Dental Treatment: Conditions That Regular Cleanings Prevent

When was the last time you had a dental cleaning?  According to the Centers For Disease Control, only 61.7% of adults between the ages of 18 and 64 visited a dentist for any reason during the calendar year of 2013.  If you happen to be among the 38.63% who did not seek dental care, that means you have increased your odds for developing issues that could affect your general well being.

2 Things You Should Never Do If You Have Porcelain Dental Veneers

People who are quite unhappy with the small sizes, uneven edges, or slightly crooked nature of their teeth may decide to speak with a dentist about the placement of dental veneers.  The most natural looking veneers are made from porcelain materials, and you can expect a laboratory to make your customized tooth coverings within one or two weeks.  Your dentist may inform you at the time of placement that the veneers can last 20 years or more.

The ABCs Of Medical Conditions Your Dentist May Discover

Imagine this: you are in a dental chair, with your mouth wide open while your dentist is checking out your teeth. Your dentist gets very quiet for a few minutes then, suddenly, recommends that you get a physical by your family doctor to check for a serious medical condition. Would you find that odd and do a double-take? Due to how various medical conditions can affect the oral cavity, dentists are often able to determine when a check-up with a medical doctor is warranted.

4 Ways To Make Brushing And Flossing Fun For Kids

Your kids may say they want healthy teeth, but when the time comes to brush and floss they aren't always so enthusiastic, but you know how important it is for children to develop a habit of cleanliness and proper dental hygiene. Below are some tips to keep brushing and flossing fun and engaging for even the least enthusiastic children. A Family Event Make your daily routines for brushing and flossing a family event, making sure to join your children in the bathroom at the same time.