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Achieving a Megawatt Smile Gets Easier Every Day

When I was younger, I took my beautiful pristine white teeth for granted. I assumed my teeth would always stay that way. However, as I started getting older, my teeth took on a more yellow dingy appearance. Thankfully, all hope wasn’t lost. After browsing the shelves at my favorite supermarket and searching the internet, I was amazed at the vast number of teeth whitening products on the market. One can buy strips, toothpastes, bleaches, and gels to make their teeth look clean and healthy again. In addition to over-the-counter products, dentists can professionally whiten patients’ teeth at their offices. I’m happy with the results of the whitening toothpaste I purchased. I’m also confident that I can maintain my white teeth for many years to come. On this blog, you will learn about popular alternatives for whitening teeth. Achieving a megawatt smile really does get easier every day.

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The Dangers Of Over Whitening Your Teeth

Posted on May 19, 2015

It seems like having whiter teeth is a popular desire today, and there are many ways people can achieve this. If you want to have whiter teeth, you can use at-home products or get professional services, but you should realize that there are dangers to over whitening your teeth. What are the dangers? If you go through professional tooth whitening services each year, this could be considered a normal part of good dental hygiene and care, but if you start whitening your teeth daily, weekly, or even monthly, you might develop problems. [Read More]

Oral Problems That Can Occur In Children With Down Syndrome

Posted on April 23, 2015

It's common for children with the genetic disorder Down syndrome to have dental issues that need special attention. Weakened immune systems, low muscle tone, teeth that come in late, bite problems, and an increased risk of periodontal disease are oral problems that dentists often see in patients with Down syndrome. That's why it helps to understand what dental problems may occur so that you can work with a dentist who will best meet your child's needs. [Read More]

Dos And Don'ts Of Recovering After Tooth Extraction

Posted on April 6, 2015

Whether you've just had a tooth extracted or will have one extracted in the near future, it's important that you know how to properly care for the wound in the hours and days after the procedure. Otherwise, you could end up facing a nasty bacterial infection, excessive bleeding, or other issues. By being aware of both what to do and what not to do, however, you should be in great shape and mostly recovered within the first week. [Read More]

Two Challenges Associated With Dental Implants For Seniors

Posted on March 20, 2015

It's a given that you can get, and benefit from, dental implants at any age. However, it is also true that old people face unique health challenges that younger people may not have. Here are two of these challenges, and how they may impact the success of your oral health: Low Bone Density The quality (height, width and density) of the bone is one of the essential factors that determine whether an implant succeeds or fails. [Read More]