As 2017 has drawn to a close and 2018 is upon us, it’s time to consider New Year’s resolutions for the upcoming year. A common New Year’s resolution is to lead a healthier lifestyle. Many of us, however, aren’t likely to follow through. But finding a way to keep up with your New Year’s resolution...Read More

One of the best parts of the holiday season is the tradition of overindulging in seasonal treats. Christmas cookies, spiked cider, and eggnog can bring a smile to anyone’s face. But, some holiday treats might harm that pretty smile. What typical holiday foods and drinks will leave yellow stains on your teeth, increase your chances...Read More

As the holiday season gets closer, calendars begin to fill up with social engagements. From work parties to the annual neighborhood gathering there will be plenty of opportunities to celebrate the season with friends and family. These holiday parties are a time to relax and have fun with your loved ones. No one wants to...Read More

It takes more muscles to frown than it does to smile. But, having crooked, chipped, cracked, or damaged teeth can result in multiple issues not only with your oral health but with your confidence as well and can lead to less smiling. However, with all the different types of cosmetic dentistry available, it’s easy to...Read More

Uh oh! You’ve chipped a tooth, now what do you need to do? Chipped teeth are actually pretty common, and depending on the size and type of chip, there are easy fixes. However, if the damage extends beyond the tooth’s enamel there is a risk of tooth loss or infection. So, first thing first, make...Read More

Do you really need dental insurance? Westminster dentists, including myself, think dental coverage is a crucial investment in a person’s health. Some, though, would argue against that point. They feel that dental insurance is just a way to throw money away. Those who live paycheck to paycheck do all they can to avoid unnecessary expenses....Read More

Ask anyone about their teeth and you will likely hear that they wish they were whiter and straighter. With so many people desiring straighter teeth, though, why aren’t more of them investing in braces? This really isn’t a difficult question to answer. Really, not everyone wants traditional braces. They draw attention to the mouth, they...Read More

How to Spot Future Dental Problems Your adult teeth are the only teeth you’ll have for the rest of your life. You will use these teeth for many decades, and for this reason, it’s important to take great care of them. When you look after your teeth, you’re not only ensuring that you have a...Read More

Today almost every task has an easy, cheap, and seemingly convenient do-it-yourself (DIY) solution, and apparently, there are many that believe that this mindset can be applied to dental care. Some individuals are turning to 3D printing for their orthodontic needs—often to less-than-perfect results. People turn to DIY dentistry for a number of reasons. Perhaps...Read More

Amalgam fillings, the silver fillings that contain mercury, have been a controversial subject for quite some time now. We all know that high levels of mercury can damage our health, but for years it seemed that people didn’t think amalgam fillings posed any threat. That outlook is slowly but surely changing. These fillings have been...Read More