At some point in your life, you’ve probably had to deal with bad breath. When you do, do you ever turn to a breath mint or chewing gum? If so you aren’t alone, but are these products really the best thing for your oral health? In reality, using mints and gum isn’t necessarily a problem--though sugar will feed the bacteria... read more »
Modern practices can help extend the life of your pearly whites now more than ever. Preventing cavities through a meticulous daily brushing and flossing routine along with regular dental checkups and cleanings, sealants can help your teeth can remain cavity free. In fact, since the 1970’s dental sealants have proven effective at helping molars and premolars remain cavity-free. Also called... read more »
Your new dental veneers are a serious investment in giving you the smooth, white smile you’ve always wanted. By developing a few everyday habits, you can insure that your veneers will last for many years to come. The porcelain material the veneers are made from will not be vulnerable to tooth decay. However, the enamel of the underlying teeth will... read more »
A stinging or painful sensation in your teeth from eating hot, cold, sweet or acidic foods, should be taken as a warning sign. Even though toothpaste formulated for sensitive teeth can sometimes help to mitigate these sensations, you should still investigate the underlying source of the problem before it develops into something worse. Enamel erosion caused from demineralization by bacteria... read more »
Many people underestimate the dangers of sleep apnea. If left untreated, serious health conditions can occur throughout your body such as high blood pressure, stroke, depression, irritability, and excessive daytime sleepiness. Sleep apnea is a common condition that can cause you to stop breathing as you sleep. Therefore, as you sleep, your oxygen levels drop. This is serious because your... read more »
Have you been taking good care of your pearly whites with a daily regimen of brushing and flossing? Have you noticed any tooth decay, a chipped tooth, or suspect a fractured tooth? If so, it may be time to see your dentist to get a dental restoration. Dental fillings restore damaged teeth so that you can bite and chew the... read more »
Chips, minor tooth fractures and bite alignment issues can cause imperfections in the enamel of your teeth. Even if there is no decay associated with these damaged teeth you might still have issues with cosmetic appearance. It’s important to remember that this procedure is intended only for teeth that need minor cosmetic adjustment. Your dentist will be able to advise... read more »
Give your smile a treat this season with dental veneers. Dental Veneers is a procedure that will improve the appearance of your smile by hiding imperfections, making your smile appear flawless. Dental veneers are very thin, custom-made, tooth-colored shells that are bonded to the front of your teeth in order to hide imperfections and give you a flawless smile. There... read more »
Dental emergencies, injuries and accidents can happen in your mouth just like any other part of your body. While acting fast and keeping calm is essential there are also a few common dental items to keep on hand that can help if you can’t immediately get to the dentist. Waxed dental floss slides between teeth and gums more easily than... read more »
Are your front teeth too long? Do you have misshapen teeth? Are your canines too pointed? At MI Beautiful Smile, we can fix these cosmetic problems with a tooth contouring procedure. Our dentist can sculpt your teeth into the shape of your ideal smile. Tooth contouring is a procedure where we will remove small amounts of enamel (the outer surface... read more »