Let’s face it: there aren’t very many situations where someone actually wants to see the dentist. Dental anxiety is a thing, and it’s usually because people are afraid they’ll need some kind of work done. That’s not always true - you need to see your dentist regularly anyway even for a checkup or a cleaning - but sometimes, there is something that needs to be done beyond just getting a cavity … [Read more...]

Our teeth should be pearly white, ideally. But sometimes, something strange and unsettling happens: we smile in the mirror and see that one or more of our teeth has turned gray. Teeth aren’t supposed to be gray, so what in the world is going on? And what can you do about it? Why Teeth Change Colors Teeth change colors for a lot of reasons. Most of the time, discoloration is cosmetic. You … [Read more...]

We see them every day. They do lots of work for us when it comes to eating food, gnawing on pens while thinking, or giving an enthusiastic and beautiful smile. Teeth are something we notice each day, several times a day. But how much do you really know about those small yet essential things in your mouth? We think knowing how your teeth function can help you realize their importance, which … [Read more...]