The dentist’s office can bring about mixed feelings and is often portrayed as a scary place. It can feel daunting to schedule your checkup appointment every six months, but it is important to keep your mouth healthy and clean. Many people who are familiar with a standard check-up may be surprised to learn about the…
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry reports that 74% of adults think an unattractive smile can hurt them professionally, yet many people may be unaware of how to properly take care of their teeth. Check out these tips on best practices for at-home dental care. Brushing Dentists recommend brushing your teeth and gums twice a…
In the U.S., about half of adults report visiting the dentist every six months. The remainder foregoes semiannual visits for a variety of reasons: too busy, no insurance, and just forgot. However, according to surveys, somewhere between 9% and 20% skip visits to the family dentist because of dental anxiety or dental phobia. Dental anxiety…
Your teeth are almost always the first thing people notice when you start talking. Having brighter teeth means that you have a brighter smile, and this may make you more approachable to others. It may also improve the chances of you securing that employment opportunity; employers are becoming more and more concerned about their employees’…
We all know to visit the dentist twice a year for an examination and cleaning. However, other dental problems can arise at any time. Consulting a dentist is essential to resolving an underlying issue. Here are five common problems that your dentist can help with: Bad Breath Bad breath, or halitosis, can have a variety…
Dental bonding, also called adhesive dentistry, was invented by Dr. Michael Buonocore in 1967. Dr. Buonocore discovered that a weak acid could prepare teeth for bonding with plastic, thus leading to dental bonding with tooth-colored resins. Here are five common questions about dental bonding and cosmetic dentistry: What is the difference between bonding and filling?…
While many people have their dental care habits in check, these healthy habits may often be in vain if you follow them through with some equally unpleasant habits. Understandably, most of these bad habits are easy to get into, and not everyone is aware of their detrimental effects on the teeth. This ignorance does not…
There’s a reason they call them pearly whites. Though healthy teeth are already meant to have a yellow tinge, yellow teeth won’t exactly get you the type of attention you want. That why many of the 127.6 million adults in the U.S. who visited a dentist at least once in 2017 went there to get…
Dental care is an important part of routine healthcare. Like much of healthcare, dental care offered by your family dentist is one of the most critical steps you can take in maintaining a healthy smile. Preventative measures include regular checkups from your dentist, as well as measures you take at home. Beyond regular checkups, find…
Over half of American adults over 50 that were surveyed by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry agreed that a smile is the physical feature that continues to be the most attractive as people age. With this information, it’s no wonder that cosmetic dentistry is such a popular choice. It helps to make your teeth…