Cosmetic Dentistry Blog

When it's time for New Year’s resolutions, many people resolve to be healthy. Well what about committing to your dental health? Dental health is directly related to your physical health and well being. Oral Health (teeth, gums and mouth) has a Direct Relationship to Your Overall Health

Taking care of your teeth and gums, allows your body to keep the naturally occurring bacteria in your mouth under control. However, oral infections like tooth decay and gum disease can be caused by harmful bacteria in your mouth when your dental health is neglected. This bacteria can enter your bloodstream.

Gum Disease or Periodontal Disease does not just affect your teeth. A correlation has been shown between oral diseases and conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and pre-term labor. There is no cure for periodontal disease, but Dream Smile Dental can help you maintain your current condition and provide therapy to help it from getting worse.

Resolve to maintain your dental health, contact Dream Smile Dental to jump start your health in the New Year.

Americans of all ages are spending more time and money improving their smiles through cosmetic dental work or orthodontics. Some experts attribute our recent attention to orthodontics to more aesthetic, less noticeable treatment options made possible by cutting-edge technology. One of the most popular – and most high-tech – of these innovations is Invisalign.

Invisalign is a method of straightening teeth using a series of clear, almost invisible, removable Aligners. Invisalign combines the doctor’s clinical treatment plan with proprietary 3-D, computer-generated software to make these sets of unique, custom-made Aligners that move teeth in very precise increments.

But Invisalign isn’t the only innovation in dental and orthodontic practices today. Offices like ours are using digital photography and video, chair-side laptops and Internet access, and a host of technology-based products to educate patients about their dentition and engage them in the treatment process.

Dream Smile Dental is currently having an Invisalign Spring Promotion. If you start full Invisalign treatment and your case is approved by March 25th, you will get $500 off treatment! Call (781) 330-0900 or e-mail us at appointments@dreamsmiledental.com today for more details or to book your FREE Invisalign Screening.

*Screening includes a consultation by the doctor without x-rays. Value $100. Expires 03-20-11.

Those who are fond of reading magazines and watching television are often curious how those models have such shiny white teeth. Well, there are people who are really gifted when it comes to their teeth. All they need is a little maintenance and they can have that bright smile for a long time. There are also people who have teeth that are easily broken or damaged. Some dentists say it is because of the lack of calcium in their body. However, we can all have that bright white smile by undergoing some dental procedures.

The most sought after treatments center around cosmetic dentistry, which has great benefits for people who have oral problems. Cosmetic Dentstry is proven to be very effective in restoring your smile. There are procedures that can be accomplished in a day's work but there are some processes that will take more time to accomplish .. such as those procedures that require surgery. The majority of restoration procedures are affordable and well worth the investment. Cosmetic dentists specialize in teeth whitening that can take as little as one visit. There are other procedures that are involved like dental bridges, gum surgery, veneers and implants. The presence of black spots can be solved by filling up your tooth with tooth colored fillings. We can also fix dentures, lengthen your crown, and repair cracked teeth all with the help of cosmetic dentistry.

The demand for cosmetic dentistry has sky rocketed over the past few years. Increasing your confidence can be done through cosmetic dentistry, in great thanks to the advancement of technology and science.

Most people only visit the dentist when there is a problem with their teeth. The mentality is "My teeth don't hurt. Why go to a dentist?" However, visiting a dentist regularly can actually help to prevent tooth pain before it becomes a problem.

The American Dental Association recommends that you visit your dentist every six months. During these regular checkups, your dentist will perform an oral cleaning, X-rays, and a physical examination of your teeth. These measures are taken to prevent tooth decay and catch potential problems early on, before they get out of hand.

You may be saying, "But I take good care of my teeth". This may be true, but despite your efforts to keep your teeth clean by brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash, there are still areas of your teeth that you cannot effectively clean. Visiting a dentist regularly can help to ensure that these areas are cleaned properly preventing tooth decay that often leads to tooth pain.

Tooth pain is an unnecessary situation. The dentists at Dream Smile Dental can ensure that your teeth are healthy and well cared for. However, tooth pain can sometimes be the least of your worries if you continuously skip visits to your dentist. Tooth pain is usually a sign of tooth decay. Although you may not realize it, this can be a very serious situation. Decaying teeth often develop pus-filled pockets called an abscess. An abscess, if addressed early on, can be cured by either antibiotics or by treating the affected tooth. If left untreated, you may risk losing your tooth which can lead to an unhealthy bite as well as digestive problems

Visiting your dentist twice a year can help to prevent problems with your teeth in the future. It also ensures that any existing problems are addressed before they become serious. If you have not seen your dentist recently, consider making an appointment today.

Your caring friends at Dream Smile Dental worry about those who ignore our calls for six-month check-ups and cleanings.  All too often we hear the same faulty logic from those out-of-care-cycle patients: “My teeth are clean and I don’t have any problems”.  Ah, but they do…Unseen Tartar and Plaque build-up are oral health killers.  
 
Tartar - The Silent Tooth Killer

We all know tartar from toothbrush commercials that toothpaste incorporates special tartar fighting ingredients. Tartar is black stuff that collects between your teeth and gums. Toothpaste can only retard tartar, it can not remove or eliminate tartar.  Over time, tartar starts to separate your teeth from your gum, and this causes tooth decay. The damage done by tartar is irreversible.  In the extreme, tartar damage completely destroys the tooth which means expensive implants or  dentures! Removing tartar during your routine check-ups is a top priority. However, if you skip professional dental cleaning, you probably have dangerous build-up.

Plaque - The Bacterial Invasion Of Your Mouth

Plaque comes from a variety of sources, including sugary and starchy foods that we eat. It is a film of sticky stuff that forms on the teeth, and it cannot be seen by the naked eye. It can cause cavities, tooth decay, gum disease, and harden into tartar. For most folks who suffer from plaque build-up, there are areas of the teeth where they do not quite reach when brushing.

During dental check-ups, you will get your teeth cleaned and you will get your mouth inspected for any tartar, plaque, cavity or gum problems that you might not know about. You should never delay cleaning because you fear the dentist.  Remember that we offer relaxing sedation dentistry services to eliminate all anxiety.  Cleaning is important, whitening your teeth is important, but the big reason to see the dentist regularly is to stop bad stuff before it starts. Every condition that leads you to lose your teeth and gum is very preventable. After all, prevention is always better than invasive dental repair.

When dental problems go untreated, they only become worse. Take proper care of your teeth and they will take care of you. Regular check-ups and cleanings are critical to your dental health.  If you are six months since your last check-up, then do yourself a favor and get it scheduled at the absolute soonest time possible.