Who wants to be more confident in their everyday lives? Next time you interact with someone you feel is self-confident, look at their smile. We are willing to bet it is clean, white and bright. Some say the mouth is a doorway to the rest of the body and you can tell a lot about a person based on their teeth. Some people aren’t born with the most perfect smile and even if they are, frustrating flaws like chips, cracks, and stains can still sneak up on patients over time. There are dental approaches that create superb looking smiles so if you want to increase your self-confidence, book yourself an appointment with a trusted cosmetic dentist today!

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dry mouth is a side effect of over 400 commonly used medications. This may seem like a minor issue, but did you know that dry mouth increases the risk for oral disease since saliva helps kill harmful bacteria and rebuild tooth enamel? As we grow older, it becomes even more important to pay special attention to our health – and oral health is no exception. After all, we only get one set of permanent teeth in our lives, so we should do everything we can to make them last! That is why your dentist is here with some simple tips to help maintain a healthy mouth well into your golden years.

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Nothing’s more embarrassing than to be involved in a conversation and notice that the person you’re talking to backs up as an obvious reaction to the smell of your breath. This can leave you feeling withdrawn and less confident. Thankfully, your dentist has proven remedies that can rectify the situation and fully restore your oral health. Learn about the solutions available as you read on.

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In your quest for better oral health, you are exploring ways to make improvements in your daily routines. You’ve learned that your oral hygiene plays a big role, along with visiting your dentist for checkups. Still, your local dentist says there’s another component that you may not have thought of – your diet. As you read on, you’ll learn how you can enhance your oral health and prevent dental problems by improving your food intake.

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You’ve visited the dentist before and tried to “play it cool.” You were successful in the beginning, waiting calmly in the lobby and even resting in your assigned dental chair—until you saw the dental instruments that gleamed devilishly in the corner of your eye.

If seeing your dental hygienists array of tools before your appointment makes you uneasy, this blog post is for you. This week, your dentist is going to cover each of those important tools and how they actually work to help your smile, not hurt it. Continue reading to learn more!

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In your quest to achieve the best oral care, you want to start with the basics, which is why you’re eager to find the right toothbrush to use. But with so many options to choose from, what once seemed like a simple task has now become somewhat daunting. Should you choose an electric or manual option? Are hard bristles more effective than softer ones? Your dentist will weigh in with simple tips for making the right choice for your oral hygiene.

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The last thing on your mind when you schedule your bi-annual checkup and cleaning is probably cancer. What in the world does your dentist have to do with cancer? As it turns out, more than you thought! Oral cancer is on the rise, even in people who have never smoked. As with all cancers, early detection is key. In this case, the best way to do that is to regularly inspect all of the soft tissues in the mouth and throat. Since you aren’t likely to spend much time in front of the mirror looking at all the nooks and crannies of your mouth, your checkups are an opportunity to let your dentist do that for you!

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Child using a tablet at the dentist’s office

So, it’s that time of the night again, right around 8 pm when you start getting your kids ready for bed. You ask them to go brush their teeth while you finish folding laundry, but when you go check on them a few minutes later, they’re still in the same positions on the couch. So you ask them again, a little more firmly this time, and head into the kitchen to start on the next day’s school lunches. When you go check on them a second time, they still haven’t budged! At this point, you’re ready to throw in the towel and find yourself wondering (again) how you can motivate your kids to brush their teeth. Does any of this sound familiar? If so, let a children’s dentist explain how some great new apps can finally help you win this nightly battle.

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Do you want a Hollywood smile? With the advancements in dentistry, it can be difficult to choose which way you’re going to achieve the smile of your dreams. In the past, the question was how?

If you’re wondering about how cosmetic dentistry can give you a swift, shiny straight smile, porcelain veneers may be right for you. In fact, we’re here to help you understand how far dentistry has come in order to help you achieve your goals.

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In order to achieve and keep a sparkling white smile, you’ll need to treat your teeth to more than just regular brushing—although that’s important, too! Healthy teeth start with healthy habits. Not only will your mouth stay healthier for longer, but your whole body will be healthy.

If you follow these 8 easy tips from your local dentist, you’ll be able to have the healthiest smile of your life!

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