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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Do you have a front tooth gap that lowers your confidence and makes you more reluctant to smile? If so, this might be due to your dental habits, the size of your teeth and mouth, or even your genetics. The medical term for a gap between your teeth is referred to as a diastema. The good […]
We are often asked by our customers about the difference between Invisalign and retainers, so we thought we should clear up some of the confusion. Although they might look the same and do share many similarities, they are designed to do very different tasks. Here’s the difference between Invisalign and retainers. Invisalign Invisalign is designed to […]
If you have purchased one of our custom-fitted whitening trays or kits, then you have already made the right decision. There is no better way to get your smile sparkling than to use a whitening tray that optimizes your whitening gel. Our whitening trays are made to the highest standard with reservoirs that ensure the best whitening […]
How long should my teeth retainer last? Many of our customers ask this question before investing in a retainer set from us. Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question. There are several factors that can affect the lifespan of your retainers, but with proper care and maintenance, they should last you anywhere from […]
So your custom-fitted clear Essix dental retainer has cracked? That’s okay. While the Essix retainers are by far the most comfortable, non-intrusive retainer model, they can be somewhat prone to cracking or breaking. Proper care and maintenance will go a long way to keeping your teeth retainers durable and preventing them from yellowing and becoming brittle. With […]
If you ask people how much teeth retainers cost, most of them will probably just say “expensive!”. In the past, this would have been true. However, the price of quality dental retainers has been driven down via new technologies. In reality, the price of a replacement retainer can vary hugely depending on the type of […]
Teeth grinding, or ‘bruxism’, is an issue that affects millions of Americans. Grinding your teeth in your sleep can be harmful to your dental health, causing flattening of the teeth and loss of enamel, which can lead to cavities. Thankfully dental technology has come a long way and we now have a wide variety of […]
