NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

A straight and white smile is becoming more sought after then ever before.  This mindset began with the ‘Hollywood smile’, when we first started to develop an interest in mimicking the results of celebrity cosmetics.  For many at the time, the riches of these stars along with the price of cosmetic dentistry, put such procedures out of reach.  But much has changed.

No part of the body functions truly independently, and your teeth are no exception. Tooth decay can be caused by much more than just poor oral hygiene. Tooth decay is often a symptom or warning sign of something much larger, and possibly more dangerous, happening in the body. In fact, there are common diseases that cause tooth decay.

When you visit your local dentist for an exam, we are looking at more than just the physical appearance of your teeth. If you’ve ever wondered why we ask so many questions about your lifestyle and the rest of your medical history, it’s because we are trying to understand the entire picture, along with what your mouth and oral health is telling us.

You know you have problems with your teeth – you’re the one who looks at them in the mirror every day, of course. But how do you figure out the best option for fixing those problems? For some people, the best way to correct your smile and give you the ability to talk and eat with fewer problems is dental implants.

The first step in deciding to seek out dental implants is always to make an appointment with your dentist for a thorough examination and a conversation. If you’re wondering, though, if dental implants might help you, here are a few signs that it’s time to ask your dentist about them.