Other than brushing, flossing, tongue-scraping, and in some cases oil-pulling, it is very rare (if ever) we recommend “DIY” for any dental treatment. That is why when we heard that people are constructing DIY braces to straighten their teeth, we were shocked to say the least. At our practice, we are open to new approaches […]
For patients that have failing teeth or a floppy denture, dental implants are a great option to get their smile and their life back. Once teeth are removed, there are many different treatment options to consider and many of our patients are asking us “how many implants do I need for my case?” There are […]
What makes the perfect smile? We recently came across an interview of our personal friend/mentor/patient, Dr. Pascal Magne, with Singular Magazine called “The Perfectly Imperfect Smile,” written by Kelly Lopez. Here are the main points: ‘Perfect’ Smiles Aren’t Perfect Traditionally, beautiful smiles have been characterized by how white and symmetrical teeth are (more = better). […]
A frequently asked question at our office is, “How often should I have x-rays taken?” This is a great question! As a general rule of thumb, you should get a set of bitewings taken once a year, and a full mouth series (FMX) once every 3 years. Of course, if you are experiencing pain (other […]