Everybody wants beautiful white teeth, but many people are not prepared to use synthetic chemicals to improve their smiles. The various methods and products available for teeth whitening are expensive, and may pose hidden dangers to your health. If you want to whiten your teeth using completely natural products, you can try one or more of these ten ideas: Salt – People have been using salt for hundreds of years as an effective plaque stain remover. Read More»
There are many options available if you need to whiten your natural teeth, including tray whitening and laser whitening procedures. However, these don’t usually work on false teeth. If you have a dental bridge with false teeth, or a partial denture, it can be frustrating when whitening products work on all other teeth, but those teeth are a different shade. Luckily, there are options available for whitening false teeth, including those fixed in your mouth and removable dentures. Read More»
There are many reasons why a person may suffer the misfortune of losing one or more of their teeth. Historically, this has been a condition that results in a permanent change in the person’s appearance. However, advances in dentures and implants have made it possible to correct these problems in a discreet fashion. Yet, implants and dentures are not equal in terms of quality and benefits, and there are two benefits of implants that you should consider when choosing an option. Read More»
There are a surprising number of causes for yellowed or discolored teeth, more than most people realize. Some are easier to avoid than others, but all are worth knowing about if you want to protect the white of your smile. Causes of Tooth Discoloration Medications Children 8-years-old or under that take the antibiotics doxycycline or tetracycline can develop discoloration in their teeth. Other drugs can also cause discoloration, including antispsychotic drugs, antihistamines and high blood pressure medicine. Read More»
Do you have younger children? Are you having trouble getting them to care for their teeth and to visit your favorite family dentist? Here are some tips and tricks you can try, to make dental care a more pleasant experience: Call on the support of their favorite fictional character: Let them know that even princesses and superheroes have to visit the dentist. You should also tell them that whether or not it’s shown on TV or in a comic book, they all have to brush their teeth before bed as well. Read More»