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If you walked around and asked people what they disliked about their smile, one of the answers you’d hear most often is the color of their teeth. There are plenty of ways that people can start to see their smile become discolored, and it can sometimes be difficult to get these risk factors under control.

If you are worried about yellow teeth, here are some reasons you could develop them, and what you could do to address the issue.

If you had a missing front tooth, would you replace it? Most people would certainly get the necessary treatment to complete their smile as soon as possible! Having a gapped smile can affect your confidence and everyday functioning. However, the same importance should be placed on a missing back tooth. Although it may not affect how your smile looks, it can negatively impact your oral health. Read on to learn how and the best tooth loss solution.

Dental implants are the most reliable, comfortable, and long-lasting solution for missing teeth. They are often considered the gold standard in tooth-replacement options! But just like gold compared to other metals, dental implants have a higher cost than dentures or dental bridges. However, you may wonder if they really are worth the price. Here are five reasons why dentists and patients alike believe that dental implants are well worth the price in the long run.

Having a discolored smile can make you feel self-conscious, especially when it comes to the dating scene. A stained beam can make it hard to have the confidence to go out on dates and sweep them off their feet. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, wouldn’t you love to achieve a beam that you love? Continue reading to learn about the impacts of having a white smile on your dating life as well as three ways that a beautiful beam can help you leave a lasting impression on your date.

Growing older has plenty of benefits: well-earned wisdom, deeply rooted relationships, and not caring what others think as much as you did when you were younger. But as the years go by, there are certain things you may want to fine-tune…like your pearly whites! There is no upper age limit for cosmetic dentistry, which means there are many treatments available to upgrade your smile. Read on to learn more about how age is not a factor when it comes to improving your teeth.

Are you excited for the holiday season? With the food, festivities, and fun holiday movies, who wouldn’t be? It isn’t called the “most wonderful time of the year” for nothing! Even so, for people who are currently recovering from oral surgery or about to undergo a procedure, the holidays may look a little different. So that you can continue to heal properly throughout all the chaos this time of year brings, here are three tips for recovering from oral surgery during the holidays.

Other than brushing and flossing, you probably don’t spend much time thinking about your mouth. However, your oral health is a complex system that’s vital for your overall wellness. While you might believe your teeth and gums are healthy, there are some alarming facts you may not know. Here are 6 frightening stats about oral health.

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If you have a wedding, graduation, birthday party, or another special event coming up, you may be on the lookout for the perfect outfit. Though what you wear is an important part of your appearance, so is your smile. Many people like to whiten their beams before going to a special event so they can look their best in photos. So, how close to an event should you whiten your teeth? Keep reading to learn the answer as well as what methods to use.

Even if you’re eager to beautify your smile, you shouldn’t just jump into dental treatment. Before anything else, you’ll want to find the right cosmetic dentist for you. Otherwise, you likely won’t get the gleaming results you want. Then again, how are you supposed to choose between all the available dentists in your area? Talk about decision paralysis! Well, your Ormond Beach dental practice is here to help you out. Read on to learn four tips for choosing the best possible cosmetic dentist.

A squirrel’s teeth never stop growing which makes them naturally inclined to chew and keeps their choppers honed to a reasonable length. That seems like a lot to have to deal with, but some people face the opposite predicament. They have teeth considered to be too small and wish they would start growing once again. Teeth that develop small or only appear littler than average are the sign of a condition called microdontia. This can affect a single tooth or all of them. Keep reading to learn some reasons adults can have small teeth in Ormond Beach and ways your dentist can help.