whitening

Who Wants Whiter Teeth?

Whitening, or bleaching, is a way to lighten teeth without bonding material to the teeth or removing any sound tooth structure. In this respect, it’s one of the most conservative cosmetic procedures we have. Here’s how it works. How does whitening work? Typically for in-office appointments, we'll [...]

By |2013-08-13T00:00:43-07:00August 13, 2013|Cosmetic Dentistry|Comments Off on Who Wants Whiter Teeth?

Cosmetic Bonding: Your Solution to a Brighter Smile?

While cosmetic bonding is well over 25 years old, improvements in the materials have recently made bonding one of the hottest item in dentistry. Bonding is a procedure in which a white plastic filling can be applied to the natural outer surface of the tooth. We can take [...]

By |2013-03-12T00:00:14-07:00March 12, 2013|Cosmetic Dentistry|Comments Off on Cosmetic Bonding: Your Solution to a Brighter Smile?

Putting the Squeeze on Toothpaste

Why is brushing with it important? Brushing with toothpaste is important for several reasons. First and foremost, a toothpaste and a correct brushing action work to remove plaque, a sticky, harmful film of bacteria that grows on your teeth that causes caries, gum disease, and eventual tooth [...]

By |2012-04-17T08:00:54-07:00April 17, 2012|Preventative Dentistry|Comments Off on Putting the Squeeze on Toothpaste