Category: Teeth Whitening

OTC Quiz: The Truth About Over-The-Counter Choices

When you know that we offer particular treatments at our practice – but then you notice that you can purchase what looks like a similar treatment for a surprisingly great price at the drugstore – you may find yourself quite conflicted. What to do? Choose the OTC teeth whitening – or not? Try to fix… Read more »

Cause And Effect: Yellow Teeth

When it comes to changes that embarrass patients, the shade of their teeth is often at the top of the list. There’s nothing like yellowed teeth to make one feel embarrassed or frustrated with an otherwise beautiful smile. In addition to causing confusion about why discoloration has occurred, it often makes quite a strong (negative) impact… Read more »

Dazzle Friends and Family with Professional Whitening

Now that December is finally here, it is officially time to deck the halls. But that means it’s also a perfect time to make sure your teeth are dazzling! Few cosmetic treatments are faster, more affordable, or more effective for brightening a smile than professional whitening treatment. So if all you want for Christmas is… Read more »

Whitening Your Smile: FAQs

Have you found yourself attempting to hide your smile by keeping your lips over your teeth? Perhaps you cover your smile with your hand as often as possible because of discoloration that has left you with a yellow or dim grin, rather than a glowing white one. While you may feel like your teeth will… Read 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… Read more »

Dental Care Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Christmas is less than two weeks away and there are sure to be a few people on your list who you haven’t found the right gift for yet. Rather than waste money on plastic knick-knacks or sugary candies, why not take a trip down the dental care aisle at your local grocery superstore? You’re sure… Read more »

How to Get the Most from Your Teeth Whitening Treatment

Fed up with dull, yellow teeth ruining an otherwise lovely smile, you talked to your dentist about professional teeth whitening. You moved forward with treatment and now you’ve got your custom-fitted trays and syringes of whitening gel home. The steps you take during and after whitening your teeth at home can enhance your results safely.

Cosmetic Dentist: When Teeth Whitening Won’t Work

Although effective in most situations, teeth whitening treatments may fail to remove certain stains from teeth. For this reason, your Ankeny IA cosmetic dentist, Dr. Erika Peddicord, encourages her patients to attend a consultation before choosing a treatment. During a consultation, Dr. Peddicord can examine your teeth to make sure they are healthy enough to… Read more »

Ankeny IA Dentist Answers Your Questions about Teeth Whitening

When you smile, is it radiant? If not, what is stopping you from whitening your smile? The teeth whitening treatments of today are surprisingly convenient and effective. However, many patients are still left with unanswered questions when it comes to teeth whitening treatment. Here with the answers to those questions is your Ankeny IA dentist,… Read more »

Ankeny Dentist Discusses the Benefits of a Breakthrough Cosmetic Procedure

Across the country, more and more people are realizing the cosmetic and restorative capabilities of porcelain veneers. In as little as two visits, this single procedure can completely transform your smile. In today’s blog, your Ankeny dentist, Dr. Erika Peddicord, uses a fun and informative quiz to discuss the benefits of receiving porcelain veneers.