Deer Park Family Dentistry Blog

Summer’s just around the corner and you can’t wait to start going out more. You look forward to meeting new people and enjoying quality time with your friends but worry about making a good first impression. Your stained smile has made you self-conscious when it’s time to introduce yourself to someone new. Even though you keep up with your oral health, you’re not sure why your teeth have a yellow tint to them. Learn what foods and drinks are causing your smile to discolor and how you can prevent staining. Read on to learn about how professional teeth whitening treatment can give you your confidence back.

Your dentist just told you that you need a filling as a result of tooth decay that has developed on one of your teeth. While you heard what he said, you have no idea what that means. When you’re faced with this type of situation, make sure you talk with your dentist about the purpose, process, and future prevention, so you are fully informed. But before you call your dentist office, here are a few questions you may be asking that a dentist can help answer.

Teeth whitening and veneers are two popular smile enhancement options. Each has its share of benefits and considerations. But which choice is right for your needs? The answer will depend on many factors, including the condition of your teeth and your aesthetic goals. Both approaches are offered by most cosmetic dentist offices.

Imagine that you are getting ready for the day. You put on a white shirt and look in the mirror. Then you see it clearly right in front of you—your teeth appear yellow next to your white shirt. With so much exposure to colored foods and drinks, your teeth can become stained. Even over time, the white layer of tooth enamel can wear down, revealing the yellow layer of dentin underneath. But the good news is that you can do something about your yellow teeth! You can take advantage of your cosmetic dentist’s expertise and restore your bright smile. Read on to learn more about teeth whitening!

Implant dentures are the new state-of-the-art when it comes to multi-teeth restoration. They’re not only more secure than traditional options, they’re more comfortable and more durable as well. They allow the wearer to enjoy an unrestricted diet and an active, healthy lifestyle, free of worry about his or her dentures interfering with daily activities.

Whether you have private dental insurance or you get it from your employer, the last thing you want to do is let it go to waste. Every year, dental benefits expire, meaning you will have paid money into a service you never even got the chance to use. That’s why the fall season is the perfect time to make sure that you’ve taken full advantage of all your benefits.

More importantly, you’ll be doing your long-term oral health a favor as well!

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Perhaps you’re an older patient who’s tired of dealing with the pitfalls of dentures on a daily basis? Maybe you’re an athlete who lost multiple teeth in a sports injury and want to get your smile back? Regardless of the circumstances, you can regain your smile’s full function and appearance if you’re determined eligible for dental implants in Deer Park.

To learn what dental implants are and the eligibility process, you’ll want to keep reading. A better solution to tooth replacement is possible.

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Did you know some people don’t get all four wisdom teeth? Some get only two or three, and some (very lucky) individuals get none at all! Interestingly, scientists have a theory that this is simply a modern example of evolution. Humans aren’t eating the same tough, fibrous diet that they were thousands of years ago and we don’t need as many teeth to adequately chew our food.

But, since most people do still get four wisdom teeth, there’s a good chance that you’re one of them! If so, you probably have some questions, like what wisdom teeth are and when a dentist in Deer Park would recommend extracting them. In this blog, you’ll learn the answer to both of those questions and more!

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