I recently saw a movie that featured Robin Wright, a true beauty in my opinion, who played the role of a single mother who’d been battered by an ex-husband. She first appeared in the movie as a bartender, still attractive although tired and worn in appearance. Yet, it was when… Read More…
A patient who recently completed some implant dentistry and new crowns on several teeth made a statement that we hear often. She said she now smiles with her teeth showing, whereas before, she had taught herself to smile with her lips only. A smile is a major part of your… Read More…
I never cease to be amazed at the number of people I run into at this time of year who are shopping themselves nuts trying to find a special gift for that special someone who seems to “have everything.” Whether for a parent, spouse, or dear friend, some people tend… Read More…
Why do some people have a gap between their two front teeth? One reason for a Diastima (gap) is because the jaw bone do not match the size of an individual’s teeth or when some teeth are missing or too small. Another cause can be an overgrowth of gum tissue… Read More…
For those who have a gummy smile, when in a full smile, excess gum tissue is visible above the upper teeth. Not only does this detract from the beauty of a smile, it causes many people to ‘hold back’ when they smile. While a healthy smile is nothing to conceal,… Read More…
There is a new face at our dental office! Dr. Razzak grew up in Flint, Michigan and completed dental school at University of Detroit Mercy after graduating from Wayne State. He practiced dentistry in Scottsdale, Arizona before returning to the Detroit area in 2008. Dr. Razzak enjoys all phases of… Read More…
When children pretend, they enjoy time with friends and learn from ‘role play.’ For a few minutes, ‘pretend’ that you have the smile of your dreams. Perhaps your teeth are whiter, or straight and beautiful. Or, maybe you have all of your natural teeth again instead of a partial or… Read More…
As we near the beginning of the holiday season, when socializing and group gatherings are at the year’s peak, rethink the money you’ll spend on that sparkly new dress or designer shoes. Research shows that the first thing people notice about others is their SMILE! If you truly want to… Read More…
I never cease to be amazed at the transformation of people who have smile makeovers. It’s easy to be excited with them! As I watch each look in the mirror at their ‘new’ smile, I know the benefits they’ll come to realize are much more than an enhanced appearance. Over… Read More…
The other day, I used the term “restoration” to a patient. When she asked me to explain what I meant, I was slightly caught off guard. This is a long-time, college educated patient, and she likes to feel fully informed at all levels of her care, and rightly so. It… Read More…
