Top 10 Toothbrushing Mistakes
When you brush your teeth each day, do you really think about what you’re doing? For most, it’s a habit so ingrained in us that we don’t think twice, but this can lead to sloppy brushing and can cause cavities and gum disease. Be sure to avoid these mistakes when brushing your teeth: Mistake #1: […]
Have You Laughed Today?
As we get older, life brings along more responsibilities and stress, and we tend to lose the habit of smiling and laughing. The care-free attitude of childhood seems to be lost on us, but in reality we should take the lead from children and make more room in life to express happiness. According to research, […]
Prevent Bad Gums
Bacteria build up in your mouth can lead to periodontal disease, or gum disease, a serious infection of the gums. Without treating it promptly it can cause receding gum lines and tooth loss. Follow these tips to keep your gums, and whole mouth, healthy. DO BRUSH TWICE A DAY: This is one of the best […]
Zoom! Laser Whitening
At Art of Modern Dentistry, we offer Philips Zoom! ® whitening, which can help you achieve the brightest smile in the safest and fastest way possible. Zoom whitening vs. traditional over-the-counter whitening treatment What makes Zoom whitening different from traditional over-the-counter whitening treatment is that it is tailored to your needs by your dentist. Those […]
Build a Strong Smile with Regular Exercise
Of course exercise is good for our bodies and minds – we have been told this our entire lives. What may come as a surprise is that exercising is also beneficial to oral health. Exercise can reduce risk of gum disease: Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums caused by harmful bacteria in our […]
Air Abrasion
Air abrasion is a technique to remove decay from a tooth without using a drill. The air abrasion hand piece blows a strong air stream of tiny aluminum oxide particles onto the tooth. It can also be used to repair chipped, worn, fractured or discolored teeth. The procedure is virtually painless and does not generally […]
Advantages of Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin pieces of porcelain used to recreate the natural look of teeth while also providing strength comparable to tooth enamel. People usually choose veneers to make small position adjustments or to change tooth size, shape or color. The procedure of applying veneers is to remove a very small amount (about a millimeter) […]
The Benefits of Root Canal Treatment
The term “root canal” generally has a negative association – it occurs when bacteria inside the mouth attacks the dental pulp (the soft tissue in the center of the tooth). Treatment involves removing the nerves in the dental pulp and replacing it with a solid infection-resistant filling. We know, it doesn’t sound very great, does […]
Dealing with Dental Anxiety
If you aren’t the biggest fan of visiting the dentist, you are not alone. You also don’t have to live the rest of your life dreading every dental appointment, either. Here are some tips for you to overcome your anxiety about the dentist: Keep in mind that modern dentistry has greatly advanced and that most […]
Celebrities and Cosmetic Dentistry
It should come as no surprise that Hollywood’s elite, known to be quite the fans of cosmetic surgery, also turn to cosmetic dentistry for their dental needs. Constantly in the spotlight and being photographed, their smiles need to be flawless. Here are some of the more common methods used by today’s celebrities. Total Makeover Celebrities […]