Smiling is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to improve both your physical and mental health. In fact, research has shown that smiling can have a number of positive effects on our overall well-being.   Smiling can reduce stress and anxiety. One of the main benefits of smiling is that it can reduce…

Trends come and go – some which are more questionable than others. While some people have their go-to style, others like to keep up with those ever changing trends. Now most of the time, these new styles revolve around clothes, hair or makeup – but recently, a trend that has gotten some buzz are tooth…

Teeth whitening is more accessible than ever. There are endless over-the-counter systems including strips, trays and toothpastes that make the ease of getting a bright white smile pretty tempting. But how much is too much? While the appearance of a glowing hollywood smile can insinuate you have healthy teeth, the truth is, serious damage can…

Nowadays, we live in a world of easy access– if we want something, we can typically order it and have it in hand pretty quickly. While mail order may be fine for clothes, decor and nik naks we find on Amazon, did we take it one step too far with DIY at-home aligners? Well, let’s…

We all have that favorite white jacket, backpack or pair of shoes that are so easy to stain – all it takes is one accident, so we protect it with our life! So, why don’t we use this same caution with our teeth? While our smile is the first thing people see every day, we…

If you have landed yourself with a cavity, your dentist will likely recommend getting a filling as soon as possible. Now, for us “older” folks, you may remember having a filling or two in your life that had a silver look to it– this is known as an amalgam filling. Nowadays, there are several types…

Getting dental veneers is more common than you would think. After all, did you know that many celebrities have taken advantage of dental veneers to achieve their picture-perfect smiles? If you’re unhappy with your smile, it may be time to start looking into porcelain dental veneers as well.   What Are Porcelain Veneers? Dental veneers…

Are your teeth not sparkling like they once were? Are you not smiling as often because of it? When you don’t feel confident about your smile, there’s a chance that feeling can carry over into other areas of your life. So, it may be time to have your teeth professionally whitened.    What Causes Tooth…

It doesn’t take much to experience tooth discoloration– especially for those coffee, wine and tea drinkers! While dietary choices certainly make an impact on your tooth shade, smoking and aging are common contributors too.    Nowadays, whitening your teeth at home is easier than ever before. There are dozens of popular products available, many which…

Teeth whitening has become a popular cosmetic procedure that can be accomplished at home or in the dental office. The options for whitening your teeth at home are endless and even more affordable than ever. Whitening systems vary from something as simple as a toothpaste, to a more complex gel, rinse, strip or tray.  Despite…