FAQs

Dentists recommend that you brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. Fluoride helps to strengthen your enamel and create stronger teeth; brushing with a fluoride toothpaste builds up fluoride in your saliva. A cosmetic dentist typically does not recommend either a manual or a powered toothbrush; however, they tend to use powered toothbrushes in their offices.

There is a lot of confusion about the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist. That confusion is important when you need to schedule an appointment about whom to see. Typically, a dentist will recommend you to an orthodontist. Depending on your insurance plan, a cosmetic dentist might recommend you to an orthodontist.

There are two basic kinds of teeth whitening that have been shown to produce consistent results; there are at-home procedures and in-office procedures. According to the CDC, only about 65% of adults get a proper dental exam or cleaning per yet. At home solutions typically use hydrogen peroxide of varying strengths. For a truly strong and proper whitening, we recommend a professional visit. We offer whitening and oral surgery for all your needs.

There are two basic areas of dentistry: cosmetic and general dentistry. Cosmetic dentistry deals with how your teeth look. General dentistry deals with how healthy and functional they are. Missing teeth is an area where the two worlds overlap. A missing tooth can be a cosmetic issue; however, it also affects how well you can eat and drink. It can also make infections more likely. For all of these reasons, you need to fill your missing teeth as quickly and efficiently as possible. There are a few options for doing this. Two of the most popular are implants and bridges. Each has advantages and disadvantages. When you need teeth implants or other dental options, we're here to help.

For a very long time, root canals have been the most feared procedure that you can endure when you go to a dental office. They have never been that truly painful; they simply play into many of the anxieties that people share about dentistry and surgery. However, with new anesthetics, new tools, and new procedures, modern root canals are incredibly simple. The dentists can now minimize your discomfort and get you back home as quickly as possible. We offer oral surgery to help make the process as non-invasive as possible.

Going to the dentist is nobody's idea of a great day, but there are some people who dread it more than others. A very small number of people have had a bad experience at a dental office. The larger share of people are scared because of childhood experiences and/or popular culture perceptions. Whatever the case may be, the anxiety about the dentist is real. Talk to your dentist about these concerns and see if they can help alleviate your issues. A cosmetic dentist can help you learn more about different processes and put your mind at ease.