Fillings are durable, but they do not last forever no matter how skilled your cosmetic dentist is. General wear and tear, bad oral hygiene, bacteria from food debris buildup, grinding and clenching all contribute to breakdown of fillings. If your filling has chipped, there are things you should do to ensure that the area remains clean and free of bacteria. Chipped fillings that are left untreated can lead to a root canal and the possibility that the whole tooth will have to be removed. What you can do when a filling chips The first thing to do when a filling…

Your wedding is one of the happiest days of your life. You’ve worked hard to create a beautiful event for family and friends to celebrate your love. Of course, it’s important that you look and feel your best on your special day. There’s hair stylists, make-up, and of course, your wedding dress, or wedding suit, but why not kick up your confidence even more with a smile makeover? Depending on what you’re unhappy with, or what you think could be improved further, there are many options to boost your smile for your big day! Short Term Braces Regular braces sometimes…

A bright, white smile is a great way to boost self-confidence and make a great impression. Many people choose veneers, whitening, or other dental treatments in order to achieve a perfect smile, and with good reason. Research shows that people with whiter teeth are seen as smarter, more approachable, and generally more successful! Over time, it’s normal for our teeth to become stained, darkened, or yellowed. Your teeth can become discolored for many reasons. Food and Drink: Foods and drinks that may stain your teeth include coffee, tea, alcoholic drinks, sugar, soda, acidic food, and dark berries. You can reduce…

Getting your kids into a good oral health routine at an early age is important. It is important not only for their independence, but to establish good habits that will last them throughout the rest of their lives. It can be tough to get kids to comply with an oral health routine, but it is certainly worth the effort. Below are some tips for teaching dental health to your kids. Start Young The fact is, you can never start too early. Even before their first tooth pops out, you can start gently brushing their gums and tongue and give them…

Convincing children that they need to go to the dentist and that it’s good for them is quite a tall order for many parents, and no amount of bouncy balls or silly putty is going to change some kids’ minds. If you are at your wits’ end with helping your kids overcome their fear of the dentist, below are some tips that might help both you and them. Let Them Observe It First It is always advisable to let your child observe the procedure first before actually taking them in for a cleaning, check up, etc. A good way to…