Your smile may lose its luster for many reasons, especially as you age. Poor dental hygiene, missed dental exams and cleanings combined with untreated gum disease and health conditions impact the function and appearance of your teeth. Habits such as smoking, chewing on ice or pen caps and using your teeth as tools to open…
Proper oral hygiene habits at home can maintain a sparkling clean mouth, but there are imperfections that regular dental care and cleanings will not address. Sometimes, your teeth appear dirty right after you have brushed because of severe discoloration or overcrowding, making it challenging to remove plaque. You may have perfectly healthy teeth, but are…
One of the common misconceptions about professional teeth whitening is that it works on all teeth, regardless of the type or cause of the discoloration. Although teeth whitening is safe and effective for certain types of stains, it will not work in every situation. Take a moment to learn from Dr. Gordon Bell, of The…
Often when we think about the “perfect smile,” we think about the color, shape, size and alignment of the teeth. But the gums play an important role, too! Ideally, the gum tissue should look pink, healthy and frame the teeth without appearing too prominent. Some people are self-conscious about a “gummy” smile. Studies suggest that…
A white, sparkling smile is an important social asset. It can give you the confidence you need to pursue professional or personal goals. But if your teeth aren’t as white or bright as you’d like, you may want to do something about it. You have two options for teeth whitening: professional “chairside” whitening with a…
If you wish that your smile was straighter, brighter or more beautiful overall, you may be an excellent candidate for a smile makeover. This process combines two or more cosmetic dentistry treatments/procedures to correct what you don’t like about your smile and accentuate what you do. Read on as Dr. Gordon Bell of The Center…
