Are Veneers Right For Me?

womanwonderingblazerHave you found that you are certainly a fan of the benefits you’ve been hearing about veneers? However, are you also spending time asking, “Are porcelain veneers right for me?” You will quickly find that you are in good company with many other patients who like what they hear, immediately wonder if veneers are within reach, and who are seeking answers. Fortunately, getting a good idea of your candidacy is simple. Of course, for verification, come on in for a visit.

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Teeth Whitening: Let’s Talk Basics

smileblondewhitebkgrndWhen you don’t like the way your smile looks because of the shade of your teeth, it’s time you turn to professional dental care. Fortunately, a major benefit of cosmetic care is the fact that it offers a multitude of ways to address discolored teeth, so you can enjoy a white smile. As you might have guessed, a common method of making this improvement is relying on teeth whitening. If you’re new to this treatment, we encourage you to get started by learning about the basics. Of course, it’s also a good plan to schedule a consultation, too!

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Flossing Rumors Q&A: Do I Need To Do It?

qaskyWhen you hear even the tiniest rumor that you might not need to floss your smile to protect your oral health (yes, you read that right: It is only a rumor) you may be ready to toss out the floss and throw a party! However, before you get too excited and quickly find yourself back in the dental hygiene aisle repurchasing your floss, we encourage you to consider some very important information on the topic. We’ve got the essential details covered with a brief yet enlightening Q&A session.

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Common Questions About Crowns: Answered

questionmarkyellowIf you feel shy asking questions about dental crowns, don’t feel that way! Remember that most of the patients we see who require a crown have a lot of questions, too. Add that to the fact that we are always very welcoming when patients have thoughts, concerns, worries, or general questions about what to expect. The more informed you feel about protecting your smile, the more likely you are to feel relaxed (and maybe even excited) about taking care of your grin with essential restorations. For the time being, let’s offer up a few details you might be wondering about with a question and answer session.

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Restorative Care: The Quiz

quizscrabbleDo you know what restorative care offers you? Are you sure about when this area of dental care becomes essential for you? Perhaps you’re not sure whether it’s something you should be accessing right now or if it includes treatments you only require in particular instances. To help you improve your knowledge of the dental care to which you have access, we’ve created a quick quiz. See how much you know (or learn some very helpful facts) to protect your smile.

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Fillings: 3 Ways To Remain Positive

womanthumbsuptankWhen you find out that you need a dental filling, even if you know it’s a wonderful way to make your smile healthy again, you might have some trouble remaining positive about your visit. In fact, some patients become overwhelmed and end up canceling their appointments. Sadly, this can lead to some consequences that could have easily been avoided! The wonderful news is that we can help you feel extremely positive about taking care of your tooth decay with some simple suggestions.

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Nitrous Oxide: Answering Your Questions

qatalkbubblesAs you’re learning about dental sedation, a good first stop regarding the details is to find out more about nitrous oxide. It might be something you’ve heard of before but it doesn’t mean you’ve got all of the facts hammered out quite yet. To ensure you’re getting the real information (rather than filling your mind with a mixture of information friends and family insist is correct), we encourage you to start with a Q&A session. Then, come in with your additional questions.

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Ways You Might Be Missing Important Fluoride

fluoridepageDid you know that fluoride is an essential mineral for you to receive if you want your teeth to remain healthy and strong? As a matter of fact, it’s a mineral that is found within nature, so you can feel reassured that it’s not only helpful for promoting teeth that stay strong (and avoid cavities) but also something that is safe for you in general. Unfortunately, just as easy as it is to receive sufficient fluoride, it’s equally easy to accidentally miss the sources that you can rely on most. Consider some helpful details, so you don’t find you’ve been overlooking oral health protection.

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Dental Care: 3 Ways To Motivate Yourself

steps123Do you feel anything but motivated when it comes to setting up dental care for your smile? We know as dental professionals that this hesitancy can come from a vast number of places. Maybe you’re worried about keeping yourself calm and relaxed during visits (we can help with that). Or, maybe you haven’t been very focused on your smile for the past few years, so you feel shy about letting us see your smile (you shouldn’t be). Let’s cover a few helpful ways to get over the concerns and motivate yourself to come on in.

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Your Dental Sedation Guide

womanrelaxedsunflowersHave you discovered that we offer dental sedation, which gives you a moment of peace? However, is that wonderful moment followed by the realization that you’re not exactly sure which type of sedation we offer (and the fact that you don’t know a thing about different sedation options, anyway)? No worries! We understand that especially for patients already experiencing dental anxiety, approaching this topic can make one feel a little uneasy. To give you the rundown on what’s what at our practice, so you can enjoy a calm visit, we offer you our quick guide!

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