Aesthetic Dental Arts Blog

If you’ve recently received a set of dentures, you may be astounded to realize just how remarkably comfortable they are. Modern dentures are customized according to precise measurements of the mouth and crafted from lifelike materials to ensure that a patient’s new teeth look and feel like their old ones, but wearing them for too long can lead to some problems. Here’s a brief guide to why you should remove your dentures and soak them in water or an approved cleanser before going to bed.

Dental veneers can be a great way to enhance your smile and conceal unwanted flaws. But you may or may not have heard that in order to make room for your veneers, your dentist will have to remove “some” of your natural enamel. How much is “some,” exactly? And is that safe for your teeth?

Don’t worry – this post has your answers! Keep reading to learn more about your enamel after a dental veneer treatment.

If you have a gap between your front teeth or other minor alignment issues, braces can give you a straight smile. However, they are a long commitment if you only need a small adjustment. You may be a candidate for instant orthodontics with porcelain veneers. You can correct more than just gapped teeth. Here are just a few benefits you can enjoy when investing in veneers.

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If you’ve felt more tired and foggy after receiving your dentures, you’re not crazy. In a study of about 10,000 patients, researchers found that patients who wore dentures experienced significant decline in their nutrition levels over just two years. Those who didn’t did not see this trend. So it’s fairly reasonable to make the connection that this dental replacement can lead to malnutrition.

If you examine certain aspects of living with dentures, things certainly seem to add up! Keep reading to get the scoop.

As any dentist will tell you, the most important thing you can do if you’re interested in protecting your teeth is to stick to a solid dental hygiene routine. However, some people feel like they’re constantly fighting an uphill battle when it comes to their oral health. This is without even talking about misalignment, which naturally affects some people to a greater extent than others.

You might have heard that bad teeth can run in the family, i.e. that there’s a genetic component to the quality of people’s smiles. Here’s what you should know about that prospect.

If you need orthodontic treatment but have been hesitant to commit to traditional braces, you may be a great candidate for Invisalign. Invisalign can treat a variety of bite issues without the need for wires and brackets, instead using clear aligner trays that fit over the teeth almost invisibly. They are easier to care for, remove for cleaning and meals, and are a lot more comfortable, too. Here are some common orthodontic problems that can be treated with Invisalign, and a few that can’t.

When people think of traditional braces, they usually picture awkward teenagers wearing them. This can make some patients especially hesitant to commit to this orthodontic treatment once they are past their early twenties, but there are other options available. Invisalign uses virtually invisible clear aligners to gradually shift teeth into more optimal positions, which can make teeth easier to clean, prevent grinding and injuries, and address TMJ issues. Here’s how Invisalign can be an excellent orthodontic treatment at any age.

Losing a dental crown can be a stressful and unexpected experience, especially if you’re out and about when it happens. These prosthetics are essential for protecting weakened teeth and maintaining a healthy and aesthetic smile. If your crown falls off, it’s important to act quickly to prevent further damage and ensure you can get it repaired. But what are you supposed to do? Read on to find a step-by-step action plan to help you recover your smile quickly.

Healthy gums are typically pink and firm. However, if they become red, swollen, and sensitive, it might indicate gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease. Although it’s important to visit your dentist regularly to address gingivitis, you can also take steps at home to prevent it from getting worse. Incorporating simple home remedies into your daily routine can help manage the symptoms and improve your oral health until your next dental check-up. Read on to learn about 5 of them.

Most people are told from a young age that certain foods are bad for their teeth, that filling their diet with soda and sweets are with eventually give you cavities. This is often said automatically, almost dismissively by parents trying desperately to get their kids to sort out their diet.

However, simply being told to never eat sugar isn’t very helpful in trying to build a well rounded diet. It also isn’t really the complete truth about sweets, which is substantially more complicated.

In the interest of helping people understand more about their oral health, here’s what you should know about how sugar can actually affect your oral health.