The teeth whitening process includes two active ingredients: hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide. Whitening products differ between which active ingredient they contain as the main whitening solution. This poses the question: what’s the difference? The main difference between hydrogen peroxide and carbamide peroxide is that hydrogen peroxide is an effective whitening agent by itself. On […]
You probably still remember the fluoride treatments you got as a child at the dentist. Fluoride containing compounds are used topically for the prevention of tooth decay. Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral created in the Earth’s crust which can be found in water supplies. In the 1930s, researchers found that people who grew up drinking fluoridated water […]
Hygienist. You’ve heard the term used in the office before but what exactly does that mean? A person that cleans your teeth, yes, but there’s so much more to it. Dental Hygeinists are the reason your appointment goes so smoothly. They make sure your mouth is clean and ready to be examined by the dentist. […]
Oral cancer has frightening statistics. More than 40,000 individuals in the U.S. are diagnosed each year and less than 43% of them will survive more than 5 years after the diagnosis. Early detection is key, early signs include a red or white lesion in the mouth, a sore that has not healed after two weeks, […]
Those of us who sip on sparkling water throughout the day may think we are doing our teeth (and health) a favor by not splurging on sugary sodas. The fact is, however, that sparkling or carbonated water can be just as harmful for our teeth as sugary drinks. Sparkling water is acidic and acid erodes […]
With Valentine’s Day coming up, you may be more inclined to eat sugary sweets. The half-priced candy at the grocery store may seem tempting, but all that sugar is not good for your teeth. Everything is alright in moderation, but make sure that you don’t over-indulge this holiday. Consuming sugar is the easiest way to […]
Does going to the dentist make you nervous? Are you the type of person to skip out on cleanings because you hate going to the office? We have tips for you to have a successful dentist visit without all the nerves. Follow this guide and you’ll want to go to the dentist every day! Well, […]
Were you thinking of getting braces or getting them for your child? Are you not sure what the best age for braces is? Don’t have a clue on where to start? No worries, we are here to help. Getting braces can be a tricky process for those who aren’t familiar with it. Hopefully after reading […]
Periodontal disease, commonly referred to as gum disease, is a growing infection caused by the bacteria in plaque building up between gums and teeth. Many people do not know that they even have gum disease until it’s too late and their gums become inflamed. If left untreated, this inflammation can cause the gums and supporting bone […]
Thinking about getting invisalign but not sure how the results will turn out? We can show you! By using our exclusive iTero technology, we can take a scan of your mouth and digitally show you what your teeth will look like after ortho treatment. Read our info-graphic below for more information.
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