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If you have flaws in your smile you’d like to change, you may be wondering if you’d be a good candidate for cosmetic dentistry. This elective category of dental treatments can fix a variety of tooth and gum issues and help you achieve the smile of your dreams. But it can be difficult to tell if there’s a procedure that can help you, or if you’d qualify for it if there was.

If you’re ready to transform your teeth and get the smile of your dreams, here’s what you need to know about cosmetic dentistry!

Sometimes in life it’s easy to know when it’s time to replace something. When your kitchen sponge is falling apart in your hands, or your socks have become threadbare there’s no question it’s time to toss them. But what happens when it’s something more complicated like your dentures? If you’re wondering how to know if you need new prosthetics, here are some telltale signs to look out for!

You lead a busy life. Whether you work, raise a family, volunteer, or have hobbies that you’re passionate about, it probably sometimes feels like there’s simply not enough hours in the day to do everything you need to do. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could save some time on your daily routine, so you have more time for everything else? But while taking a shortcut to the office or meal prepping on weekends can certainly give you a few extra daily minutes to enjoy, there’s one thing you should never cut corners on: your oral health.

If you wear dentures, you already know that they need to be removed to be cleaned at least once a day and then again to be soaked overnight. But often, people wonder if they really need to take them out for that daily brushing. Here’s why the answer to that question is a resounding yes!

Enjoying delicious cuisine and new flavors is one of the many joys that life has to offer. If you consider yourself a foody, or you at least have a few favorite dishes that you like to eat, you may be concerned about how getting dentures will affect how your food tastes. Continue reading to learn more about the different ways that dentures can affect the taste of food and what you can do to reduce this.

Losing a front tooth can be devastating for your smile and self-confidence. No one wants to look in the mirror and see a big gap where a beautiful tooth once stood! Fortunately, dental implants offer a reliable solution for replacement, restoring both function and aesthetics. But are they really good enough to be at the forefront of your smile? Continue reading to learn everything you should know about using dental implants to complete your grin.

Dental implants are a fantastic solution for replacing missing teeth, but what happens if you need orthodontic treatment and already have an implant? It’s a common concern, and the good news is that having a dental implant doesn’t necessarily rule out orthodontics! Continue reading to learn what you need to know about straightening your smile, even with a dental implant.

You may already know braces could straighten your smile well. Still, consider a specific question before you commit to them: What does getting braces feel like? Learning its answer would boost your confidence in treatment and make your care smoother. As for where to find the right details, let your Newpark Orthodontist help out. Read on to learn about the placement process for braces, how it feels, and ways to adjust to it afterward.

Did you know that tooth loss can impair your ability to eat and speak as well as change different aspects of your face? Unfortunately, when teeth go missing, your body begins to reabsorb bone mass from your jaw, which is no longer necessary to support them. In time, you’ll start to notice changes in your appearance as your jawbone slowly weakens.

Fortunately, your dentist can prevent this by placing dental implants. Continue reading to learn 3 of the ways these restorations can preserve your visage!

Many people who lose one of their front teeth want to replace it right away because they’re self-conscious about their altered appearance. However, if you’ve lost a molar or another tooth that’s less visible, you might wonder why you should invest in a restoration, like a dental implant. If no one is going to see it, why should you bother getting one?

The truth is that more than your looks are impacted when teeth go missing. By restoring a back tooth, you’re not just restoring your smile but also ensuring long-term oral health. Continue reading to learn 3 good reasons to refurbish your grin sooner rather than later!