July 4th is upon us. What could be better than warm weather, BBQs and family fun?! Fireworks, of course! Why do we celebrate Independence Day by shooting things into the sky that go boom and are most often followed by a beautiful displays of light? The story of the first fireworks in America goes way […]
What Type of Dentist Is Best for Dental Implants: Cosmetic or General?
I need to replace a few front teeth. I want to do dental implants, but am trying to figure out who should do it. Do I go to a general dentist and focus on the implants or a cosmetic dentist and focus on the crown looking good? Tom J. Dear Tom, Many patients don’t realize […]
Tiny Teeth Need Love, Too
When you become a parent, nothing can prepare you for the excitement, love (and let’s not forget the exhaustion that comes along with it). Bringing home baby is a lot of hard work… there are schedules, feedings and diaper changes. It’s a round-the-clock routine and when you’re sleep deprived it can be overwhelming. But all […]
Can I Get My Money Back If My Dentist Can’t Place All My Lumineers?
I’m quite tired of dealing with these Lumineers. I just wanted to fix a small chip and gap between my front two teeth. My dentist says to do that we’ll need to do six Lumineers. I wasn’t crazy about that. I wanted to just do two, but he said they wouldn’t match my other teeth […]
Say goodbye to the summer “boredom blues”
Summer is here! It’s time for lazy days sleeping in and enjoying all that the season has to offer, right? While it might seem heavenly for the first few weeks, have you suddenly found yourself already counting down the days until the kids head back to school? Don’t worry… you’re not alone. If you’re hearing […]
Teeth Whitening at Mall Shop…Bad Idea
There was a shop that opened up in our city mall that does teeth whitening. I did some research and read that teeth whitening was so easy you didn’t have to go to a cosmetic dentist for it. So, I decided to talk to them. They said all their attendants were certified teeth whitening specialists […]
Hard Habits to Break that are Harmful to Your Teeth
Let’s face it… you only have one set of teeth. If you want your smile to last a lifetime, here are some habits that just might be wreaking havoc on those pearly whites. Do you… Use your teeth as a tool? If you use your teeth to open bottles, or bite through papers, bags or […]
Why Do Cold Beverages Bother My Porcelain Veneers?
I love the way my porcelain veneers look. I wouldn’t change getting them. However, ever since I got them, my teeth have been sensitive to cold beverages. Do you know what is causing that? I don’t want to have to get rid of them. Bennie C. – San Diego Bennie, Your tooth is made up […]
Read this before you soak up the sun!
Summer is just around the corner. That means sun and fun… whether you’re on the beach, at the pool or just working out in the yard or garden. But, we often forget to protect our skin. The result? That dreaded, painful burning sensation after suddenly realizing you’ve turned yourself into a lobster. There’s only one […]
Dental Implant or Bridge?
If I’ve only got to replace one tooth, is it better to get a dental implant or a dental bridge? I hear implants are better, but that means surgery. I can’t decide. It doesn’t help that I’m furious with myself for not taking care of my teeth to begin with. Candace – Philadelphia Candace, There’s […]
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