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Your smile says a lot about you. It even influences others’ first impression of you. However, if you’re missing a tooth or have a damaged one, your smile could be sending the wrong message.  A common cosmetic dental procedure, a crown improves both the form and function of your teeth, as well as your overall oral health. […]

Cracked or broken teeth usually happen at inconvenient times, and often when you bite into something hard. While the damage to your teeth may not be severe, it’s certainly something you don’t want to ignore. An unrepaired crack or chip can lead to tooth decay down the road, and more extensive dental work.  Here, the […]

You’ve lost a tooth or maybe several. Now what? You’ve heard about dental implants, but is this surgical tooth replacement procedure right for you? First and foremost — and we can’t emphasize this enough — you should always replace missing teeth for the greater good of your mouth and your overall health and wellness. To help you […]

Excessive gingival display, otherwise known as a gummy smile, is when your gum tissue overshadows your teeth. While a gummy smile isn’t always a sign of a dental problem, it can affect your self-confidence. So, what causes a gummy smile and can you get rid of it? Approximately 10%-29% of the population has a gummy smile. Fortunately, […]

Think the worst part of having sleep apnea is loud snoring or feeling tired all the time? Think again. Untreated obstructive sleep apnea can lead to serious health complications, including diabetes, heart disease, and a weakened immune system.  Thankfully, there’s something you can do about it almost immediately: Get a custom-made intra-oral appliance from the expert dental […]

Getting ready for the holidays takes a lot of effort. Between shopping and decorating, you probably need to prepare a meal or two, bake cookies, and wrap presents. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could get a brighter, more beautiful smile in less time than it takes to bake your favorite apple pie for the […]

If you’re missing a tooth, you may have considered getting a dental implant. But maybe you’re holding back because you’re nervous about such a big procedure and all the pain it might bring. The truth is, getting dental implants is relatively painless: You’ve probably just psyched yourself out. Here’s everything you need to know about […]

Legendary model and actress Lauren Hutton may have starred in countless films, television shows, and high-end fashion campaigns over the course of her decades-long career, but she may be most famous for the small gap between her top front teeth that makes her smile so iconic.  While Hutton’s beauty, glamour, and confidence may have helped […]

If you aren’t happy with your smile, your life is affected in ways that aren’t always immediately obvious. For example, when you feel self-conscious about your smile, you may seem guarded when you first meet people.  Damaged teeth and damaged self-image Self-consciousness can also affect your confidence, and that can have unexpected effects on many […]

It’s estimated that as many as 178 million people in the United States are missing at least one tooth, and 40 million are missing all of their teeth. Whether one or all, missing teeth can affect your speech, your ability to eat what you want, and your self-confidence. When it comes to replacing missing teeth, you […]