Teeth whitening is one of those dental services that have built up a questionable reputation over the years. People often think that whitening doesn’t work, that it’s a gamble, or that it’s nothing but a marketing trick designed to sell useless products. We’ve discussed the reasons teeth whitening doesn’t work in the past, but today […]
We talk a lot about heart-healthy dentistry at Really Smile Dentistry, and with good reason: your oral and bodily health are intimately linked! Poor oral health has been shown to lead to a whole bunch of serious health conditions, and you can add one more to that list: strokes. While we’ve known for a while […]
There are two reactions you can have when you lose a tooth, and they’re both separated by a number of years and a lot of growing up. First, you might get excited about a visit from the tooth fairy, or that you’re growing up. Second, you might react with horror and panic – those aren’t […]
Dental crowns are some of the most common tooth restorations in the world. If you don’t have one yourself you probably know at least one person who does! With all the dental crowns out there it’s surprising to hear how many people assume incorrect information about them. The most common misconception is how long they […]
Tooth loss is a terrifying topic, but it’s one that a lot of us have been forced to face. By the time you’re in your 40s statistics aren’t in your favor: around two thirds of people that age or older have lost at least one tooth. Tooth loss is a terrifying topic, but it’s one […]
Ever wake up in the morning with pain in your jaw, facial muscles, and teeth? That could point to a specific kind of jaw pain. Do your facial muscles feel tired at the end of the day? That could indicate another problem. How about difficulty opening your mouth wide enough to eat? Just one more […]
There are times in life where we all snore. No one is immune from sawing logs in their sleep, but some of us are using a chainsaw, and using it all night! If you’re a chronic snorer, or sleep next to someone who is, you know how bad it can be. Whether you’re doing the […]
Did you know that over 90 percent of people will end up with a cavity in their lives? That means the odds are pretty good that you have a filling. With how normal they are there’s still a serious deficit of understanding when it comes to fillings: many people never seem to worry about how […]
Let’s face it: not too many of us are born with great teeth. There’s always something you want to fix, and no matter how minor it is it’s important to you! If you’re an adult who has considered orthodontic care you’ve probably at least heard of Invisalign. You might be wondering if you can benefit […]
Think of one word to describe your dentures. It’s probably a safe bet that words like “reliable,” “beneficial,” “great,” or “easy” aren’t among them. Face it: no one likes their dentures. They might have been a great way to replace missing teeth when you got them, but after that it’s just a long road to […]