4 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Smile in Between Dentist Visits

Dental hygiene is not something that can be addressed only during your biannual dental cleanings. Maintaining a healthy smile is an everyday endeavor that takes dedication and intentional action. While we can help alleviate problems such as cavities, cracks, and even misalignment, the majority of dental issues can be prevented altogether through proper dental hygiene … Continue reading 4 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Smile in Between Dentist Visits →

Why braces?

The number one reason most patients choose to straighten their teeth is appearance. Orthodontic treatment not only improve the appearance of your teeth, it improves tooth alignment and occlusion, decreasing the risk of dental problems such as tooth decay, gum disease and TMD. Orthodontic treatment is minimally invasive and with new techniques and technologies, there … Continue reading Why braces? →

Teeth Whitening

How does it work? The active whitening ingredient is either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. Oxygen molecules from the whitening agent penetrates through the enamel and reacts with the discolored molecules. This breaks the bonds leaving behind a whiter, brighter smile. Is it safe? Yes! Teeth whitening does not effect to tooth's hardness or integrity. … Continue reading Teeth Whitening →

Activated charcoal toothpaste….is it safe?

Activated charcoal toothpaste is the latest trendy way to whiten your teeth, prompting some of our patients to ask whether or not it is safe to use. Activated charcoal has been used as a trusted medical treatment for over 2,000 years. The porous nature of activated charcoal helps absorb anything in it's path. It’s been … Continue reading Activated charcoal toothpaste….is it safe? →