Cosmetic Dentistry Blog at My Dentist USA

February 3rd, 2012

The Importance of At-Home Care

Everyone knows they should take care of their teeth, but not everyone understands just how important it is until it is, unfortunately, too late. There really is no excuse for not taking care of your teeth. There are simple things that you can do as part of your daily routine which will make all of the difference in keeping your teeth clean, healthy and beautiful.

For example: Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Make it a habit. Do it when you wake up and before bed. Brushing after you eat is even better! Remember to change out your toothbrush every three months and to brush in small, circular motions around the gums and teeth. Don’t forget to brush all the sides of the teeth, not just the front! Also, don’t forget to brush your tongue! Fungi and bacteria can live on your tongue, and it needs to be cared for just as much as your teeth and gums. Lastly, flossing and mouthwash can easily be incorporated into your dental care routine. It doesn’t take long when you do it daily.

By following these simple examples, you will help to ensure that your next dental check up checks out clean.

Posted in Oral Hygiene

February 1st, 2012

See the Difference a Smile Can Make

It’s obvious when someone isn’t feeling confident about their smile as often they are hiding their teeth behind closed lips or cupped hands. It’s no way to live. Smiles not only help others who put the smile there feel good, but they make us feel good too. Don’t let missing teeth, chipped or crooked teeth, gap teeth, stained or deteriorating teeth stop you from being the confident, beautiful person you are.

If you feel like your teeth are beyond repair, that the pain of the repair would be too much or that the cost would be too much, it’s time to stop putting up excuses which may or may not be valid any longer. These days there are many options for making the dental process more enjoyable from Sedation Dentistry to Financing Options, most Dentists have many ways to help their patients get the results the desire without the physical or financial pain. Take a look at our Before and After Photo Gallery and get an idea of the kind of results possible. Also, make note of what a difference a healthy smile can make!

Posted in Before and Afters

January 30th, 2012

Bonding… Dental Bonding

Posted in Dental Bonding

January 26th, 2012

Filling the Gap with Dental Implants

Dental implants are used to fill the gap where a tooth once was. Without procedures such as dental implants, the jaw structure may shrink causing the mouth to appear puckered or older than it really is when space is left by missing teeth. Dental implants offer a  secure and natural looking solution to missing teeth.

The reason dental implants are so secure is that they literally replace the roots of your teeth. This provides patients with a strong foundation for dental implants.Your cosmetic dentist will place a a small titanium post that will act as the tooth root. By placing this post in the socket, the shrinkage of the jawline discussed above can be avoided. After the root implant has had time to heal, your cosmetic dentist can mold your teeth and make your permanent dental implant.

When properly taken care of, dental implants can last a lifetime. Dental implants look and feel natural making them a wonderful alternative to other remedies for missing teeth. The first step in determining if dental implants is right for you is scheduling a consultation with a skilled cosmetic dentist. Need help finding one? My Dentist USA can help. Use our dentist locator to find cosmetic dentists in your area.

Posted in Dental Implants

January 25th, 2012

Improving your Smile with Teeth Whitening

Your smile is often the first thing people notice upon the first meeting. Teeth that are yellow can take away from what is otherwise a beautiful smile. Luckily, teeth whitening procedures are simple and very effective. A visit to a dentist in your area can greatly improve the appearance of your teeth.

Teeth can become discolored over time due to the the things we eat and the drinks we consume. Coffee, tea and soda are among some of the most lethal items on the menu that damage the color of our teeth. Smoking is another common teeth yellowing habit. Having stains on your teeth does not necessarily mean you have not taken good care of your teeth, some stains are unavoidable over time.

The level of whiteness achieved through teeth whitening, or teeth bleaching, is dependent on the level of discoloration of your teeth. Overall, many people can expect to see noticeable differences of at least 2-3 shades whiter.  Some people see more dramatic results, closer to 5 or 6 shades whiter. Teeth whitening is a great way to enhance your smile, with noticeable difference, that appears 100% natural.

My Dentist USA can help you find a dentist in your area that will help you create a brighter whiter smile. Click here to begin your search for a dentist near you. Finding a dentist you can count on is only a few clicks away.

Posted in Teeth Whitening

January 20th, 2012

Neutral Dental Crowns

Just a few years back, if you had to get a crown, you had only one option and it was a dark, metal crown which when you opened your mouth stood out like a sore thumb. These days, the technological advances in cosmetic dentistry have made many remarkable improvements and as far as crowns are concerned, there has never been a better time to have to get one. Dental Crown options now include natural looking porcelain-fused-to-metal, all-ceramic or all-porcelain crowns.

Dental Crowns are tooth shaped covers to improve cracked, weak, deteriorating, discolored or slightly misshapen teeth. Dental Crowns are also sometimes used to give strength and security to a tooth which has been filled too many times. Dental Crowns are very beneficial in preventing further deterioration and the Dental Crowns of today can be made to match your other teeth in color so that it blends in seamlessly with the rest of your mouth.

Posted in Dental Crowns

January 18th, 2012

Porcelain Veneers

Are your teeth damaged, misshaped or yellow? Veneers can be used to improve the appearance of any of these tooth imperfections. Before Veneers there was little a person could to if they wanted a complete smile makeover. Skilled cosmetic dentists use Porcelain Veneers to improve a wide variety of dental imperfections.

Veneers are a a versatile product able to improve the appearance of yellowed teeth, broken teeth, missing teeth, crooked smiles and more. The procedure entails removing a very small portion of the outer layer of the tooth, molds of your teeth are taken for the custom veneers and temporary veneers are placed until the custom made permanent veneers are ready.

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth and would like to discuss veneers and other options to improve your teeth, contact a cosmetic dentist in your area. Need help finding a cosmetic dentist? My Dentist USA can help you find a cosmetic dentist in your area who is experienced with dental veneers.

Posted in Veneers

January 17th, 2012

Oral Cancer Detection – Are You At Risk?

The Articles section of My Dentist USA offers many helpful articles for our readers on various Dental topics, written by some of our highly skilled and qualified featured Dentists. In a recent article, “Velscope Detects Oral Cancer Earlier,” written by Dr. Arnold, the importance of good oral hygiene and early detection of oral cancer is discussed. Oral cancer is not something to be taken lightly. Those who chew tobacco and drink alcohol, or have done so heavily in the past, are especially at risk for developing oral cancer and should be taking every effort possible to make sure that if it develops, it is caught early. With a “five-year survival rate of about 52%,” writes Dr. Arnold in his article, this is something you really need to stay on top of.

Screening for oral cancer, however, can be tricky as it begins in a cellular level that cannot be easily detected by the naked eye. For these reasons, a new way of screening has entered the market. It is called Velscope and it uses blue light to evaluate the florescence response of the tissue. If the tissue appears green, it’s good; if it appears dark, it’s likely diseased, and a further biopsy will be conducted to confirm. This screening runs you only about $25 and if you are considered an “at risk” patient by your dentist, you’ll want to make sure you are being screened up to twice a year. The best way to prevent oral cancer is to stay on top of your oral hygiene from the beginning, but for those for whom that is no longer an option, early detection through consistent screening is the best bet.

Ask your dentist today about Velscope screening.

Posted in Oral Cancer

January 13th, 2012

Repairing Missing Teeth with Dental Bridges

Our smile is one of our most prominent features. People with missing teeth often avoid smiling out of insecurity in revealing the imperfections in their smile. Cosmetic dentistry has improved greatly in recent years to allow skilled dentists to repair missing teeth with a variety of procedures. One of the most common procedures is Dental Bridges.

A dental bridge is a tooth facsimile that is fused between two porcelain crowns to fill in the space where a tooth was or should be. The teeth on either side of the space is covered with a crown to hold the false tooth in place creating a dental bridge.  This procedure can be used to replace one or more missing teeth.

There are many options a patient might consider to fill the space left by a missing tooth. A consultation with a cosmetic dentist is the first step in determining if a dental bridge is right for you. Need help finding a cosmetic dentist in your area? My Dentist USA offers a Dentist locator allowing users to find a skilled cosmetic dentist in their area.

Begin your search for a cosmetic dentist experienced with Dental Bridges and other cosmetic procedures!

Posted in Dental Bridges

January 11th, 2012

Sedation Dentistry Las Vegas

Sedation Dentistry is a wonderful new aspect of modern dental care, practiced by Las Vegas Cosmetic Denistry specialists and highly trained doctors who can help patients to virtually sleep through their procedures. This treatment option can help those with dental fears, turn multiple appointments into a single visit, and even help patients who have difficulty with conventional anesthesia. It’s an option for many patients – ask about incorporating “sleep dentistry” into your next appointment.

For Sedation Dentistry Las Vegas, visit Dr. Saeid Mohtashami. He will explain the different options, from Oral Sedation to IV Sedation in his Las Vegas, NV office.

Posted in Las Vegas, Sedation Dentistry