Veneers Quiz: Are They The Right Choice For You?

It’s easy to feel excited about the idea of porcelain veneers. However, it’s another thing entirely to determine whether they’re the right choice for you. While we are quite happy to help you figure out more regarding your feelings and your candidacy, remember that the final step will always include a cosmetic consultation at our practice. As for those introductory details you’re hoping for, we’re laying them out with a quick quiz.

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Q&A: Lemons And Your Smile

Perhaps you are someone who is quite the enthusiast of nature’s sunniest fruit. While lemons certainly pack a powerful punch of flavor and are present in many classic favorites from desserts to beverages, they’re not always healthy. Yes, they are full of nutrients that can benefit your health. However, they can also result in some serious damage to your teeth and oral health. Find out more, so you know where you stand (particularly if you’re a frequenter of lemonade stands!).

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End The Fingernail Biting: 3 Reasons Why

Did you ever think that your fingernail biting habit could lead to anything more serious than a bit of embarrassment that comes when you’ve nibbled your nails down to the quick? If not, we encourage you to get serious about saying goodbye to this habit. We know you may require some assistance and a hefty helping of willpower but it will certainly be worth the effort. Find out more about nail biting and TMJ disorder, nail biting and germs, and more!

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Invisalign Treatment Wear: Avoiding Stains And Decay

You’re getting your smile the way you want it to look by wearing Invisalign treatment trays. What you want is a healthy smile that’s aligned and that looks much more consistent and attractive. What you probably don’t want is to find that while you’ve finally gotten your grin organized the way you’ve been dreaming about, you’ve ended up with cavities and discoloration in the meantime. How to avoid these complications? It’s easier than you might think. Just follow some simple suggestions to protect your oral health.

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3 Very Cool Things About Bonding

You have heard that dental bonding is a cosmetic treatment that can assist you in dealing with the minor annoyances we know as esthetic damage. Is it a chip? Is it a space? What are you struggling with that’s making your smile almost look amazing? To learn more about bonding, so you understand how and why it may make sense to choose it for your grin, we offer up a few very cool things to know.

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4 Ways To Make Your Smile More Uniform

So, you don’t need orthodontic care but you have noticed that your smile just doesn’t look very streamlined. You wish that when you smiled and spoke with others, you were showing off a beautifully uniform grin but it just isn’t happening. Fortunately, there are other minor issues that can play into the polished look of your smile than alignment alone. Learn more about cosmetic care options, so you can attain the finish you’re after.

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3 Reasons Your Jaw Is Sore

You know that when you’re experiencing oral related discomfort like a toothache for an extended period of time, you should call us to schedule a checkup. However, when you’re experiencing jaw soreness, you may not know how to deal with the situation. What’s causing the pain, you wonder? Does it require care from your dentist? The short answer is: A variety of factors may be coming into play and yes, you should come in. As for a preview into what might be going on, consider some common contributing factors.

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Q&A: Don’t Let GERD Destroy Your Smile

If you are a patient who has GERD then you can make one of two decisions. First, you may choose to ignore the problem and allow the acids to damage your esophagus and potentially lead to oral health damage, as well. Or, you may decide to face the issue head on, to manage it, and to ensure your smile incurs no injury thanks to your proactive prevention. Which will you choose? If you’re interested in protecting your teeth, we suggest getting started with some questions (and answers).

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