White teeth are no more a distant dream with a wide range of teeth whitening products available in the market. However, before dropping a whitening product in your shopping cart, make sure it is ADA approved. Just because the girl on the poster proudly flashed dazzling white teeth does not mean the product guarantees white…
Given the advantages of digital x-rays, it’s surprising how most dental clinics haven’t yet made the switch from traditional, film-based x-rays to digital x-rays. The reason behind this is the heavy initial cost that goes into making the transition. From setting up new machines to training dental staff on how to use them, there are…
A crooked, misshaped and disfigured smile is liked by no one. More than being unsightly, it hampers the regular functionality of teeth in more than one ways. Most people suffering from this condition get braces, all the while being skeptical, yet curious, about Invisalign. That’s mostly because people are not quite sure if Invisalign would…
Technically known as third molars, wisdom teeth are commonly referred as that because they erupt during the initial adulthood – the age when people tend to have an extra slice of wisdom. However, according to statistics, people only get them removed later during their adulthood. Most people ponder why third molars exist altogether when they…
Most of you may have suffered from a disturbing case of cavities at some point in your lives. Needless to say, if we fail to keep a check on our oral health, dealing with more cavities wouldn’t be surprising. Just as irritating and problematic cavities are, treating them in a timely fashion is extremely important.…
Millions of Americans avoid going to the dentist each year. This isn’t only due to expensive and unaffordable dental care, but dental anxiety and fear. In fact, it’s dental fear that compels 75 million people in the United States to avoid the dentist. This fear is very common. If you suffer from this, it’s probable…
Have you paid attention to the oral health of your mouth? Or are you under the assumption that visiting your dentist to have your teeth scaled or whitened is enough care of your teeth? Unfortunately, it’s only when a serious oral hygiene issue arises that we think about our oral health. Even though it doesn’t…
Selecting a good dentist is the same as selecting the perfect house that fits your lifestyle, yet most people are lax when it comes to their oral hygiene and dental care which in turn leads to complications and dental related disorders. Choosing the best dentist in Orange County is very important, to get the best…
If you have a tooth (or several teeth) missing, your dentist will likely recommend two options to rectify this issue. You may either opt for a fixed bridge or have replacement teeth mounted, i.e. dental implants into the affected area. Out of the two, the best solution is having dental implants placed. Why? Unlike dentures,…
When someone has a team of doctor that takes care of their ailments, the last person on that team is the most unpopular: the dentist. When you visit your more frequently seen doctors, those are progress reports that may change as we all know health can be a bit of a traitor sometimes. But when…