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Introducing Kids To Dental Visits: Tips For Parents

When I became a parent, I knew that I wanted to help my kids be comfortable with the dentist from a very young age. I started them with routine dental visits as babies so that those appointments were just a normal part of the schedule. I found a dentist who would work with me for these appointments, even when all they could do was check my baby's gums. Over the years, I learned lots of other tips for helping kids adapt to dental office visits. I created this site to share my tips to help other parents transition their children into a comfort zone with the dentist.

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Recontouring Basics: Don't Let Uneven Teeth Hinder Your Smile

Posted on 27 July 2015

If your teeth are oddly shaped, uneven or have rough surfaces, your dentist may suggest a recontouring procedure. This procedure reshapes your teeth by removing enamel from your teeth in very small amounts. As the enamel is removed, it adjusts the shape, length or surface finish of your tooth. It can help you achieve a more balanced, even smile. It's typically considered a cosmetic treatment, and can be done quickly in a cosmetic dentistry office. [Read More]

Whitening Teeth With Items In Your Home

Posted on 4 July 2015

If you feel your teeth are not as white as you would like, you may have considered going to a dentist to have a bleaching procedure done to get the desired results you are looking for. If you are saving money to have the procedure done, are pregnant and are advised to wait, or cannot get an appointment right away, you may want to try some whitening tips on your own using materials you already may have in your home. [Read More]

Three Reasons Your Dentist Keeps Telling You To Stop Smoking

Posted on 17 June 2015

It's no secret that smoking is bad for you. It causes lung cancer, heart disease, and a host of other ailments. You might be surprised, however, that your dentist—and not just your doctor—has been urging you to give up your tobacco habit. Your dentist is not just urging you not to smoke because it makes your teeth yellow (although that is one side effect of smoking). There are actually some other dangerous dental risks associated with smoking. [Read More]

How To Save Money On Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

Posted on 28 May 2015

Are you in need of cosmetic dental treatments to improve the quality of your smile, but are not sure how to do so without making a big dent in your wallet? Then take the time to learn the top tips that can save you money on your future cosmetic dental treatments. Dental Schools You could opt to have your cosmetic dental treatments completed at a dental school. This would cost less, or there might not be any costs at all. [Read More]