A Better Smile Family Dentistry Blog
Top 5 Don’ts for Denture Care
January 12, 2022
Caring for your dentures is very different from caring for your natural teeth. It's important to know what not to do so your dentures stay looking good
How to Know Whether You Should Get Veneers
January 5, 2022
There's one "Hollywood" white smile treatment that seems to breed a lot of curiosity: porcelain veneers. Here are a few basic pointers to help determine whether veneers are right for you.
Preventing Tooth Decay: To Rinse or Not to Rinse?
December 29, 2021
By the time we're adults, most of us probably think we've got brushing our teeth figured out. We've been doing it everyday for most of our lives, after all. However, there is one part of the process that many people get wrong: they rinse their mouths after brushing!
How Dentists Match the Color of a Dental Crown
December 22, 2021
Dental care is a blend of art and science, especially when it comes to repairing broken or decayed teeth with a dental crown (a.k.a cap).
Taking the X-Factor Out of Dental X-Rays
December 15, 2021
Dental radiographs, commonly known as dental x-rays, are one of the dentist’s most powerful preventive & diagnostic tools. They allow us to see potential threats to you dental health (like cavities) & plan treatment more accurately.
E-Cigarettes Are Still Bad for Your Teeth!
December 8, 2021
Electronic cigarettes and vaporizers have quickly become a trendy alternative to smoking, in large part because people believe they are safe to use. We’d like to send this vaping myth up in smoke.
Three Great Times of Year to Get a Teeth Whitening
December 1, 2021
Having a great-looking smile can change how you feel and act, and one of the easiest ways to make a big difference in your smile is with professional teeth whitening at the dentist.
Diabetes & Dental Care: A Quick Guide
November 24, 2021
With hundreds of millions of diagnoses worldwide, diabetes is a major concern for all medical professionals, and dentists are no exception. We know that diabetic patients need to take special precautions when it comes to their health care, so we created this quick guide on what diabetes means for your dental care.
Top Dental Health Concerns for Toddlers
November 17, 2021
Whether they're in the "Terrible Twos", the "Tantrum Threes", or the "Fearsome Fours", caring for a toddler's teeth is a combination of firsts and learning. Here are a few tips
How Does Numbing Work?
November 10, 2021
It may seem like magic to have a dental procedure and not even feel it, but how does this numbing process actually work? Let's take a look at the interesting science behind one of the dentist's best tools for patient comfort.