Natural Dental Services Blog

Generally speaking, teeth whitening treatments are quite safe. They can break up pigment molecules in enamel, leading to a brighter smile that you are proud to show off. However, caution is still in order. If you have untreated cavities or spots of decay, teeth whitening could spell trouble for your oral health. Let’s talk about why that is the case.

Dental bonding can be a fast and affordable way to hide imperfections in teeth. It is also impressively durable; it may last for several years! However, if you want your bonding to live up to its potential, you need to take good care of it. Here are some easy tips to help it stand the test of time:

Dental crowns are incredibly durable; with proper care, they can last for many years! However, they do not last forever. Eventually, these restorations need to be replaced. Is it time to replace your crown? Your dentist is the best person to determine that. In the meantime, you should be aware of signs that your restoration may be nearing the end of its lifespan, including the following:

Traditional dentures can provide years of reliable function and confident smiles. However, they will only live up to their potential if you take good care of them. Part of that involves getting regular denture relines. What exactly is a denture reline, how can you tell if you need one, and what can you expect during the relining process? This blog post provides some important information.

Do you have exciting travel plans this summer? Whether you want to go abroad for an exotic getaway or you will stay in the U.S., the last thing you want is for a dental emergency to dampen your fun. But it is important to keep in mind that oral health problems can occur at any time! What should you do if your smile’s wellness takes a turn for the worse while you are far from home? This blog post provides some guidance.

Dental implants are regarded as the gold standard of tooth replacement. Indeed, they offer a multitude of benefits! Of course, it must be acknowledged that this treatment is not right for everyone. There are some factors that might prevent you from being able to move forward with dental implants. This blog post lists a few of those issues. It also touches on what can be done to resolve such problems.

No one wants to have a dull, yellow, or lackluster smile. However, dental discoloration is extremely common. It is a natural process that is nothing to be ashamed of. But that does not mean you simply have to accept the situation. In fact, there are things you can do to address all three types of tooth stains. This blog post explains what those types of stains are and how you can brighten up your smile.

Dentures are a tried and proven method of replacing lost teeth. They’ve been used for generations because they are effective, convenient, and affordable. However, it’s normal to have concerns about how much it’s going to cost you to replace your missing teeth. No two situations are identical, but here are 3 things that can affect the cost of dentures.

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Are you contemplating the prospect of getting dental implants to replace your lost teeth? The first step on your journey to a renewed smile will be a consultation with your dentist; this appointment will be the launching point for the good things to come. But what should you expect during your consultation? This blog post provides a generalized preview of what might happen when you attend your appointment.

If you ask many dentists why they decided to get into the profession, they will tell you it’s because they enjoy combining art and science. There are few treatments that capture this merger than dental crowns. Ensuring that the crowns seamlessly blend with the natural color of the surrounding teeth is difficult. Achieving this color consistency requires precision and skill.

If you want to learn how dentists use modern technology to color-match dental crowns, continue reading.