Teeth whitening is the most common cosmetic dental treatment. There are many reasons patients decide to whiten their teeth. Stains and discoloration can affect our confidence, careers, and even our health. They’re caused by several different factors. The advantages of having bright white teeth are irresistible – everybody wants a photoshop-worthy smile! That’s why Miracle…
Dental Health Advice For Expecting Mothers So that moment you’ve dreamed of for years has finally come, good news, you’re pregnant with your first child. After the initial excitement settles your mind begins internalizing a thousand questions and concerns. Welcome to motherhood. Your friendly neighborhood dentist is here to tell you – it’s very important…
“Have you been flossing?” It’s a question that almost every team of dentists, dental assistants, and hygienists across America is certain to ask each and every patient as they begin their cleaning, checkup, or dental procedure. Some are able to smile brightly with a, “yes.” If so, high fives all around. Sadly, most tuck their…
Unfortunately when a person is unhappy with their smile they no longer share it with the world. A smile should bring happiness and joy not frustration or embarrassment. This is when the skill of Dr. Anna Aller as a cosmetic dentist becomes imperative. She can provide the beautiful smile you have been dreaming about. There…
Get Your Child’s Mouth Vacation-Ready Summer is about to burst on the scene. And with it, your “free time” will turn to “busy time” as you plan, plan, plan for your relaxing summer vacation. So while you’re thinking about where you’ll go, where you’ll eat, and what you’ll see along the way, don’t forget to…
The placement of dental implants in a prosthetically ideal position is often challenged by the lack of sufficient alveolar bone. Therefore, augmentation of the insufficient bone volume prior to or at the time of implant placement is often required to attain a long-term function and esthetic result. Alveolar ridge deficiencies may result from tooth extraction…
Why There’s No Reason To Fear the Dentist John Gamba was 9 years old when a dentist failed to anesthetize a back molar properly and hit a nerve dead-on. The result was a lifelong fear of dentists that reached a peak in his 20s, when he stopped going to the dentist entirely. “I couldn’t even…
American Dental Association shares its position on dental X-rays The American Dental Association (ADA) is aware of a recent study that associates yearly or more frequent dental X-rays to an increased risk of developing meningioma, the most commonly diagnosed brain tumor. The ADA’s long-standing position is that dentists should order dental X-rays for patients only…
What You Need to Know About Dental X-rays Dental X-rays are often part of a regular dental checkup. Learn how they help your dentist to monitor your oral health. Depending on your oral health history and your dentist’s preferences, you will probably need to have dental X-rays taken from time to time. Dental X-rays allow…
Healthy mouth, healthy body: The link between them may surprise you. The condition of your mouth is closely tied to your overall health. Find out how oral health is linked to diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and more. Taking care of your teeth isn’t just about having a nice smile and pleasant breath. Recent research has…
