When you smile, what impression does it make? The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) conducted an independent study and found that people with straight teeth are perceived as more successful, healthy and even more intelligent! Through another study, the AACD determined that: • Over 99% of Americans feel a… Read More…
For new patients, we ask them to complete a medical/dental history form PLUS a list of all medications they are currently taking. Although this may seem ‘busy work,’ it is vital information for your care in our office. Some medications contribute to dry mouth, a side effect of more than… Read More…
No one would dispute the overwhelming force of chemistry as the leader in what draws one to another. Chemistry is the unknown aura that creates that ‘spark’ almost immediately in matching two people together. But, after chemistry, what makes or breaks this attraction? A survey of nearly 20,000 men was… Read More…
When we complete smile makeovers for our patients, of course we can ‘see’ how their new smile enhances their facial appearance. What we don’t see, however, is the dramatic effect that a fabulous smile has on one’s overall personality. We’ve heard these ‘new smile’ patients tell us how they felt… Read More…
Have you ever seen someone smile and notice one tooth is noticeably darker? This is likely because they have a ‘dead tooth.’ A ‘dead tooth’ describes a tooth with a nerve that has died. This interior nerve helps your tooth detect hot, cold or discomfort. When a tooth contains a… Read More…
Despite the adherence to unbiased hiring and pay practices, your appearance remains an influential factor in whether you’ll get the job, the pay you’ll earn and the promotions you’ll receive. Although intelligence, qualifications and experience should overrule appearance, studies show that physical attractiveness has an impact in social interactions, both… Read More…
Although it is often assumed that people who have stained teeth do so because of poor dental hygiene. It is not always the case since even well-cared-for teeth can become discolored due to drinking coffee, tea, dark cola and red wine. Some antibiotics can also cause teeth to discolor. Stained… Read More…
Your smile is a significant part of your facial appearance. A wide, attractive smile shows confidence and projects an upbeat personality. When people are unhappy with their smile’s appearance, they tend to smile less often or cover their mouth when smiling or laughing. This indicates a feeling of insecurity or… Read More…
Our Hygienists take pride in the close relationships they have with our patients. During these twice-per-year cleanings, many patients share ‘the latest’ on their personal or professional lives. For women in the dating world, it’s not unusual to hear female patients share how “turned off” they are by men with… Read More…
Very few of us have perfect teeth. However, an easy way to somewhat conceal those flaws is to have a professional whitening. Whitening also tends to brighten your smile and flatter your entire face. In our office, we carefully chose Zoom II as our whitening system. Zoom II uses light… Read More…
