When most people smile, you see a row of teeth that look beautiful and full. Unfortunately, this is definitely not the case for some and they have what is known as a gummy smile. Gummy smiles are when you smile and there are only a small row of teeth and mainly gums. There are two causes for gummy smiles and they both can be treated using different dental procedures. One of the first steps for you to take would be … Continue reading →

Your smile says a lot about you and can help to increase your overall self-esteem. If your teeth are yellowed and stained, you may just not feel like smiling because you do not like the way that you look. One of the best things for you to do would be to have your teeth whitened using professional services either at home or in the dental office. If you are wondering whether to whiten at home or in a dental office, … Continue reading →

If you have recently been diagnosed with one of the major sleep disorders, you may be unaware of the latest treatment options. Sleep apnea can disrupt the body’s normal nighttime rhythms. You may even find yourself suffering from snoring, headaches, TMJ (temporomandibular) pain, or bruxism, which is the excessive grinding of teeth while asleep. Because many of these issues are intimately tied to the mouth itself, dentists should be able to help. With a reputable dental professional attending to your … Continue reading →

Children live in a special world, where their top priorities are having fun, being silly, and avoiding activities that stand in the way of their good time.  For this reason, children also tend to avoid daily rituals that don’t stimulate them in a fun way.  For most children, brushing teeth is ranked about as highly as cleaning a bedroom.  So, how do you encourage enthusiasm in your children for something as necessary (and “boring”) as dental maintenance?  Here are some … Continue reading →