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»
If you’re not following digital trends in dentistry, you will be left behind while your professional peers are connecting with their patients on social media and interacting with them on patient portals. Even if you have a great dental practice, you can add some digital enhancements to streamline the ebbs and flow of your practice. Here are three ways to incorporate digital features in your dental practice.
Patient Portal
Are canceled appointments causing your dental practice headaches? Read More»
If you are in need of braces, then your doctor might have recommended Invisalign, However, you might not be clear on what Invisalign actually is. To rectify that, here is a short guide explaining the benefits and reasons to choose Invisalign.
What is Invisalign?
While traditional braces consist of a wire frame, Invisalign units are transparent, plastic aligners. As of early 2013, Invisalign now incorporates a proprietary material, SmartTrack. SmartTrack is more efficient at aligning teeth and more comfortable than older materials. Read More»
