Are you planning on visiting the beach this summer? It is estimated that 129 million visits occur every year, and it’s obvious why. Warm sun, crashing waves, and fun times make this pastime attractive for millions of people in need of relaxation. In order to have an enjoyable experience, you need to be ready with sunscreen, sunglasses, etc. While preparing your smile may not necessarily be at the top of your list, it’s important to get ready before you head to the beach. Here are some ways to make sure your smile is ready to soak up the sun this summer!

Over the years, you’ve probably noticed a common feature in those who seem successful, smart, and happy: they’re confident! But confidence can be hard to come by if you’ve lost several or all your teeth—unless you get implants. How can dental implants boost your confidence? Check out just three ways this replacement method can help you feel substantially better about yourself.

As you get a brand-new dental crown put in your mouth, you probably aren’t already thinking about when it will need to be replaced. However, without the right care, your dental crown may not last nearly as long as it might with it. Typically, dental crowns can go 10 to 15 years, but neglect could necessitate early replacement. What care does your dental crown require to go the distance? What can help your crown last its full lifespan? Continue reading to find out.

After seeing before-and-after photos online, you feel pretty confident that veneers are the treatment you’re looking for to perfect your smile. However, before you jump into the procedure, you should know the general steps that you’ll take to achieve it. Here is a breakdown of the four steps your dentist will follow in the veneers process.

During your normal physical, your doctor doesn’t take X-rays. Only when you break a bone or have other problems, you need to get an X-ray with the physician. So, why does the dentist need to take X-rays of your mouth when you go in for just a routine checkup every six months?

Taking only a few minutes to capture, dental X-rays play an integral, necessary role in your regular dental checkups and in more complex treatments. Continue reading to learn how your dentist uses this technology to help your smile stay healthy and strong.

The human body is a beautifully complex compilation of systems; however, a seemingly tiny problem in one area can throw off something in another.

At first, your mouth might seem to have a minute impact on the rest of your body, other than getting food into your digestive system. However, if you contract gum disease, also called periodontal disease, the inflammatory bacteria responsible for the infection can enter your bloodstream and affect other areas and systems of your body. Below are just some of the ways that this oral issue can cause massive problems for the entire body.

Buying gifts, going to or hosting get-togethers, endless baking, putting up decorations. Although the holiday season brings so much joy and fun, it can also come with enormous stress! Unfortunately, by the time the festivities are over, your teeth and gums can suffer. How can stress impact your oral health, and how can you make it through the holiday stress with a healthy smile? Read on to find out.

What did you want to become when you were a kid? An astronaut? A ballerina? You may not be dancing in a ballet or going to space, but you still have dreams and goals for your career. Whether you’re in the middle of your career or just starting out, having a confident, brilliant smile is a valuable asset for your progression. Don’t believe that cosmetic dentistry can really help your career? Keep reading to find out how it can help you reach your dreams!

As you scroll through photos on your phone of stunning celebrities, you can’t help but admire their smiles. It may even seem like an attractive smile like theirs isn’t possible for a “normal” person like you. But that isn’t true! When you break down the elements of an amazing smile, you can see how you too can achieve an equally beautiful set of pearly whites.

On some people, a gap between their front teeth works aesthetically. Michael Strahan, Madonna, and Eddie Murphy, just to name a few, own the spaces between their front teeth, but not everyone can pull it off like they can. You may feel self-conscious about a gap being front and center in your smile.

The clinical term for this cosmetic issue is diastema, and the good news is that it’s treatable. In fact, you have multiple options for treatment, namely the following:

• Porcelain veneers
• Cosmetic bonding
• Invisalign

In this post, you’ll learn how these procedures can close the gap and help you feel completely confident in your smile.