A patient I’ve seen since he was in preschool recently graduated from college and got a good job with a solid company. During his 6-month cleaning and check-up, we were getting caught up and he mentioned he was ready for a relationship and had begun meeting girls through online dating… Read More…
Here are just a few of the comments we’ve heard after patients have had smile enhancements: “I feel so much better about how I look now!” “This is the best thing I’ve ever done! It’s taken years off my appearance!” “I never knew what a boost in confidence this would… Read More…
These days, I don’t have lots of photos of me, mostly because I’m the one taking the pictures! However, when I see myself in a photo, it is usually with the well-rehearsed smile I’ve been using in poses most of my adult life. Yet, when I’m with friends and family,… Read More…
Recently, a patient shared a photo with them as part of a happy group of friends to celebrate a milestone birthday. I couldn’t help noticing one person who seemed to be holding back on her smile with a hand in front of her mouth. As a Dentist, I understand. People… Read More…
Over time, your teeth can become stained and change color. This is often the result of certain foods, such as coffee, tea or red wine. It can also be caused by smoking, aging, genetics, injury, or certain medications. During tooth formation, taking tetracycline, certain antibiotics or ingesting too much fluoride… Read More…
Ice-cream, hot coffee, steamy cocoa, or chilly chocolate pudding. If any of these send a shiver down your back from anticipating a jolt of pain in your mouth, then you likely have tooth sensitivity. Some sensitivity is caused by exposed tooth roots. This often occurs from over-zealous brushing or using… Read More…
Today’s dentistry now provides techniques, technology, and materials which create a flattering, more-youthful smile. Many are completed in just one or two visits with results that look totally natural and highly flattering! The following descriptions are some of the options available. • Porcelain Veneers – Because front teeth are prominent… Read More…
With the holiday rush, it’s not unusual for people to add dental treatment to their ‘wish list.’ Some want to take advantage of unused insurance benefits. Others prefer to have treatment during time off from work. And, we see quite a few who want to begin the new year with… Read More…
It’s not even October and already stores are setting up Christmas displays! As you begin to make holiday plans and think ‘Gifts’ (for yourself or someone special), consider a gift that will be enjoyed all day, every day! Smile enhancements tend to make people more outgoing with more confidence and… Read More…
Several months ago, I ran into a friend I had not seen in over ten years. We chatted for several minutes before we both had to scurry off. However, every time I think of him now, all I can remember throughout our conversation was her bad breath! However, working in… Read More…
