Replacement Retainers: Signs You Need a New One
After you get your braces removed, chances are your orthodontist will advise you to wear a retainer in order to keep your new smile in place. In most cases, orthodontists recommend wearing a retainer all the time for the first six months to a year. After that, nightly wearing is recommended in order to prevent […]
Why Your Teeth Whitening Treatments Aren’t Working
You have tried whitening toothpaste, whitening strips, and even bleaching trays but you are still sporting those dingy, yellowish looking teeth. Are you doing it all wrong? Are your teeth just destined to be dingy? The truth is, not all teeth or stains respond to whitening. In addition, how you prepare and what whitening products […]
Braces Finally Off? 3 Important Tips To Caring For Your New Dental Retainer
After months or even years wearing braces, you’ll probably feel relieved. However, you’re not completely clear of responsibility yet! You’ll still need to follow your orthodontist’s instructions on how to care for your new dental retainer. According to this survey, patients wearing a removable dental retainer were given oral (63%), written (32.1%), or oral/written (4.9%) instructions. These […]
Why Do My Teeth Hurt When I Wake Up?
Teeth are extraordinary tools. They have many different useful functions that we use almost every moment of the day. Your teeth will help you form words as your tongue presses against them. They protect your tongue from severe damage, and, of course, they break down food into smaller bites so you can digest it easier. […]
Custom Whitening Trays VS Teeth Whitening Light
By the year 2024, the global teeth whitening product market will be valued at 7.4 billion dollars according to a report from Hexa Research. That’s a lot of people who want that perfect white smile. Tons of teeth whitening treatments are available and today we’ll be breaking down two of the most popular options. Custom teeth […]
Why Aren’t My Teeth Whitening?
The following article has been medically reviewed for factual accuracies and current orthodontic practices by Dr. Febin Mary George, DDS. Our home whitening kits are specifically designed to be easy to use, but we understand that for some first-time teeth whiteners it can sometimes be a little tricky. Many customers will come to us after trying an […]
Teeth Grinding Guard Types: Soft, Hard or Dual Laminate
Do you wake up in the morning with a sore jaw or headache? Has your dentist mentioned that it looks like the surface of your teeth is worn down or damaged? If you suffer from bruxism, or night time teeth grinding, chances are you have heard about teeth grinding guards. Maybe you have heard them […]
Should I Brush My Teeth Before Whitening Trays
Whitening your teeth can be one of the most exciting cosmetic treatments. You’ll see real results that you can show off to everyone within a matter of a few sessions. Whitening Trays work the best when whitening teeth because of their all-around ability to whiten every part of each tooth including the front and back. […]
The Best Invisalign Retainer Night Guard
Your oral health is a crucial aspect of your overall health. People will have their teeth shifted using Invisalign or braces to get their teeth into the perfect position. This will boost confidence but it can also help with any bothersome teeth that are out of place. Afterword, you’ll need to wear a retainer to […]
Do I Need a Teeth Grinding Guard? 7 Signs the Answer is Yes
Have you ever woken up and found that your jaw, teeth, or gums are incredibly sore and agitated? While you might be suffering from poor dental hygiene, you could also be experiencing the side effects of bruxism. Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, typically occurs in stressed or anxious individuals. It may be an unconscious daytime […]