Losing a tooth affects not only your smile but your overall dental health too. A dental implant solves both issues: it replaces the whole tooth, including the root, to merge durability with a life-like appearance. For teenagers with a missing tooth, however, an implant may not be a good idea, at least until they’ve physically … Continue Reading »
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Dental Crowns for the King of Magic
You might think David Copperfield leads a charmed life:Â He can escape from ropes, chains, and prison cells, make a Learjet or a railroad car disappear, and even appear to fly above the stage. But the illustrious illusionist will be the first to admit that making all that magic takes a lot of hard work. … Continue Reading »
Your Options for Restoring a Chipped Tooth
A tooth that’s been chipped doesn’t mean it’s no longer healthy. The same, unfortunately, can’t be said about the attractiveness of your smile, especially if it’s one of your front teeth. A chipped tooth can be quite noticeable and make you self-conscious. The good news is a chipped tooth can be restored cosmetically to look … Continue Reading »
Clearcorrect: The Alternative To Metal Braces
Dreaming of straighter teeth but don’t like the idea of “metal mouth”? Consider contacting Mangrove Bay Dentistry in Tampa, FL to find out about ClearCorrect, the alternative to metal braces. Many people would like to have straighter teeth but just don’t feel comfortable with the idea of metal bands and wires being attached to their … Continue Reading »
5 Ways to Make Your Smile More Confident and Inviting
One of the most important aspects of social interaction is smiling, showing others we’re confident and outgoing. Â Many people, though, are hesitant to use this important social skill because their teeth are unattractive. But even the most unattractive teeth can be dramatically transformed through cosmetic dentistry. Here are 5 prominent ways we can restore beauty … Continue Reading »
Show Off Your Best Possible Smile
“You have a great smile!” That’s a compliment worth remembering. If you’ve never heard it before, or if it’s been a long time, you might have a few cosmetic issues with your teeth – discoloration or dullness, perhaps? Maybe they’re crooked or have gaps where they shouldn’t? These problems are all easily repaired with veneers, … Continue Reading »
Eden Sher and the Lost Retainer
Fans of the primetime TV show The Middle were delighted to see that high school senior Sue, played by Eden Sher, finally got her braces off at the start of Season 6. But since this popular sitcom wouldn’t be complete without some slapstick comedy, this happy event is not without its trials and tribulations: The … Continue Reading »
Not all Crowns are Alike – or Cost the Same
All crowns are designed to restore functionality to a damaged tooth. But crowns can differ from one another in their appearance, in the material they’re made from, and how they blend with other teeth. A crown is a metal or porcelain artifice that’s bonded permanently over a decayed or damaged tooth. Every crown process begins … Continue Reading »
A Toothless Tiger?
Let’s say you’re traveling to Italy to surprise your girlfriend, who is competing in an alpine ski race… and when you lower the scarf that’s covering your face, you reveal to the assembled paparazzi that one of your front teeth is missing. What will you do about this dental dilemma? Sound far-fetched? It recently happened … Continue Reading »
Home Whitening Kits are Safe and Effective, if Used the Right Way
You’re satisfied with your smile appearance except for one thing — your teeth aren’t as white and bright as you wish they could be. So, you’ve decided to do something about their dull yellow color. You’re also thinking about buying a whitening product you can use yourself rather than a professional application. But you still … Continue Reading »