Does your smile not quite live up to your cosmetic expectations? Would you feel much better about the appearance of your smile if you could remove a bit of tissue here and a bit more there? If so, tooth contouring may offer you the gentle tissue reduction you need for a beautiful smile transformation. For individuals suffering from problems like a sharp, pointed tooth or overlapping teeth, this gentle, simple cosmetic treatment may be just the answer. Rather than suffering with what could be a beautifully reshaped smile any longer, learn more about whether contouring will help you achieve your smile goals:
Achieve A Beautiful Smile Makeover
Ever thought about making over your smile? Have you ever felt like a smile transformation would be wonderful but you worry that you simply suffer from too many esthetic imperfections to achieve an improved grin? Fortunately, for patients who desire a truly dramatic improvement, we offer porcelain veneers. So, before you assume your list of changes for your smile is too long, learn more about all that veneers have to offer.
Dentures vs. Dental Implants: Which Tooth Replacement is Right for You?
Losing your teeth isn’t the end of the line! If you’ve lost some, most, or all of your natural teeth, you may have given up on laughing when you please, eating your favorite foods, and speaking without feel self-conscious. Life should be lived to its fullest, and replacing your missing teeth with natural, durable, and comfortable dentures or dental implant dentures can help you recapture that zest for living. (more…)
Is Professional Teeth Whitening Worth It?
Teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dental treatment in the United States, says the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). In fact, when the AACD conducted a cosmetic dentistry survey, an overwhelming majority of respondents said that the one aspect of their smile they’d be most interested in changing was the brightness of their teeth. Today’s consumers have a wide range of over-the-counter teeth whitening products to choose from, from toothpastes to strips. However, the American Dental Association and the AACD both recommend that the best, most reliable, and safest teeth whitening is the kind available from your family dentist. (more…)
When Do I Need a Dental Crown?
When do I need a dental crown? Common situations that require them involve a broken tooth or one that develops a cavity. To return your tooth to full function and health, you may need a dental crown. Made from a variety of materials and able to address multiple dental health issues, a natural looking restoration can improve your smile.
FAQs: When Should My Child See the Dentist?
Like you, your children need dental care to maintain a beautiful and healthy smile. Parents have a lot of questions about their children’s dental care. When should my child see the dentist? How often do kids need to visit the dentist? At Peddicord Family Dentistry, we offer the latest in quality children’s dentistry and work hard to foster a welcoming environment for little smiles.
Quiz: How Do I Stop Grinding My Teeth?
Do you often wake up with an aching tooth or sore jaw? Does your significant other often complain that you grind your teeth during sleep? If so, then you may be experiencing the common warning signs of bruxism. A common dental health issue, this refers to chronic teeth grinding or clenching of the jaw. Asking yourself: “How do I stop grinding my teeth?” Then try our fun and informative quiz.
How Do I Fix a Cavity?
At some point, most of us will develop a cavity. After all, only around 2% of the population is immune to dental caries. Once you develop decay, you may be wondering: How do I fix a cavity? Fortunately, there are a number of comfortable and minimally invasive treatment options to return your tooth to full function and health. By understanding the causes and symptoms of decay, you can help your smile stay healthy and beautiful.
FAQs: What is Root Canal Therapy?
You would probably be lying if you said the words “root canal” didn’t send a shiver up your spine. Unfortunately, many people feel this way about root canal therapy, despite the fact that this is a common and comfortable treatment option. In fact, without this endodontic treatment, an infection or abscess could lead to painful symptoms and potentially even tooth loss.
Quiz: What are Your Options for Replacing Missing Teeth
For many people, losing teeth can be a source of embarrassment, hurting their overall appearance. In addition, missing teeth can endanger the health and stability of the smile. Fortunately, a number of options exist for replacing lost teeth and returning smiles to full function, health, and beauty.