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Teeth Whitening vs. Porcelain Veneers Teeth whitening has become increasingly popular over the last couple of decades. In fact, according to Statista.com, 37.0 million Americans used tooth whiteners in 2020. And though the number is anticipated to drop by 2024, tooth whitening will remain a popular element in adult smile makeovers. However, despite the popularity…

Implant-Supported Dentures: Everything You Need To Know While it’s true that teeth are meant to last a lifetime, not all of us are so lucky. A rough tumble or an underlying health problem may both be reasons for missing one or multiple teeth. Luckily, modern dentistry has taken great leaps in recent years, and you…

Is a dental bridge the best option for you? Everyone deserves to have a healthy smile that they love and can confidently show no matter the occasion. With tooth replacement options like dental bridges, people with several missing teeth in a row can experience that too! Before you jump onto the dental bridge bandwagon, though,…

What is a dental crown? When you think of a dental crown, you likely think of a restorative dental treatment for adults. But the truth is that crowns are often recommended by pediatric dentists to repair and restore baby teeth that have large cavities, are broken, or did not develop correctly. Yet crowns are often…

Bruxism: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment Do you wake up most mornings with an unexplained headache and sore jaw? Has your partner mentioned that you make some awful, teeth-grinding noises at night? You may just be among the half of America’s population who grind their teeth. If you’d like to know for sure, this guide will…

We all experience a dry mouth from time to time. Dry mouth occurs when your mouth is dry because your salivary glands aren’t producing enough saliva to keep your mouth wet. Often, it occurs because you are on a specific medication. You can also experience it as a result of cancer-related radiation therapy. However, whatever…

Finding a good new family dentist can be a daunting experience. You want to locate the right dental clinic with board-certified dentists you can trust and support staff that will make you feel welcome and help you stay on top of your appointments and dental needs. If you live or work in the Greenville, SC,…

Reviewing Proper Handwashing Guidelines Like many habits we repeat on a daily basis, it’s easy to forget how to properly wash our hands. Kids are often the most forgetful or impatient; after all, handwashing isn’t exactly an exciting activity. But studies have shown that adults are also guilty as only 5% actually wash their hands…

A Dental Checkup For Your Best Smile Have you ever stepped back and thought about the importance of your smile? Our smiles play such an integral part in our lives, and sometimes we don’t even realize it. Smiles can boost our moods and the moods of others, and they are universal, meaning they have the…

Create fun new memories with family and friends. The holiday season is all about family gatherings, winter activities, and having fun with our favorite people. To help you make the most of your get-togethers, we’ve gathered a must-do list of Christmas-themed crafts, holiday games, and family-friendly activities to try with your loved ones. Don’t forget…

Nourishing and Satisfying Holiday Recipes Fats, sugars, and starches are abundant in traditional holiday recipes, and many family-favorite dishes aren’t exactly what you’d consider healthy. While there’s nothing wrong with indulging in a favorite side dish, many families do want to be mindful of excessive sugar and calories—especially if healthier, equally tasty alternatives might be…

Wisdom Tooth Extraction: Process, Preparation, and Recovery Most people have their wisdom teeth extracted because their dentist recommends it, but few really understand why it was necessary—particularly if the teeth didn’t cause any pain. By nature, dentists always want to err on the side of caution (read: prevention). Often this means actively monitoring your mouth…