Dental Blog

Just because you have the tools to do something yourself, doesn't always mean you should. Things can go wrong, and they do. You probably know - or have seen - someone who has had an unfortunate interlude with boxed hair coloring. They look more like they lost a bet rather than made an innocent attempt at covering the gray. And, if you're not careful, self-whitening can leave you looking like you've woken on the wrong side of a bet, too.

Most people recognize the need to fill a cavity – cavities lead to infection, infection leads to root canals or tooth loss. Simple. But the importance of replacing lost teeth is often not realized - losing just one tooth can lead to losing more teeth.

Strong, healthy teeth help you chew the right foods which help you grow. Teeth also help you speak clearly and look your best! Taking care of your teeth helps prevent plaque, a clear film of bacteria or "Sugar Bugs" that stick to your teeth.

What is tooth decay, anyway? Simply put, it's cavities.

How are cavities created? By the bacteria in your mouth... everyone has bacteria in their mouth to some degree. As icky as that may sound, it’s true. And if your mouth is not regularly cleaned, those bacteria go to work making plaque. Then the plaque gets together with sugars and starches that you eat, and together they conjure up acid.

Where would we be without our patients? A dentist without patients is like...an astronomer without stars, a sculptor without clay, a sailor without a ship, a florist without flowers...you get the idea. We need you as much as you need us.

There is no doubt that fierce competition exists within teeth whitening products. But which one is best, and do they even work?

Every consumer having pursued the quest for "pearly whites" has grappled with this question. Which product is the best? Is it worth the money? Below are some interesting facts for you to think about:

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