Summertime is finally upon us! Get ready for warmer weather, backyard cookouts, and fun-filled days spent at the swimming pool! But did you know that swimming in a pool, despite being an excellent way to keep cool during these hot summer days, can actually be quite harmful for your teeth? Keep reading to learn more from your dentist about the threat that chlorine poses towards your teeth, along with some tips for protecting your smile.

Teeth come in a variety of shades and hues naturally; however, society attributes a bright, white smile to youth, success, and confidence. If you have yellow teeth, you probably hide your smile when talking or taking pictures. You might have tried a few OTC products to combat stains but didn’t achieve any noticeable results. That’s because all stains differ and OTC treatments don’t contain professional-grade whitening agents. You’re not out of options. Here’s what causes yellow teeth and how you can revamp your pearly whites. 

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No one ever expects to experience a dental emergency, but 1 in 6 Americans are in this situation annually. Dental emergencies often occur without any warning, but don’t panic. Whether you have a toothache, a broken tooth, or another issue, your smile relies on getting treatment quickly. Although instinct may tell you to head to the closest hospital, that may not be the best move. Instead, here’s why it is better to call your emergency dentist. 

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If you didn’t already know, April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a time when many reflect on this disease’s toll on the global population. For instance, it’s estimated that 54,000 new cases will be diagnosed in the U.S this year. Among those new cases, 43 percent will not survive longer than five years.

As people remember those lost to oral cancer, they’d be wise to consider how to prevent it as well. In that spirit, here’s a guide that explains oral cancer’s nature, risk factors, and symptoms, as well as how to have your dentist check for it.

Dental care might be the last thing you’d consider when it’s time for a summer trip. You’re finally getting days away from the office, and your kids are excited to be school-free for a few months. Why start this glorious opportunity for fun with a trip to the dentist’s office?

There’s actually a good reason for it. To learn more, here are three significant benefits to seeing your dentist before your summer vacation!

Let’s face it: dads are difficult to shop for. Some dads like fishing, others like football, most like grilling—yet, when Christmas or Father’s Day rolls around, many are left completely stumped, unsure of what to buy for a man who seemingly has everything and needs nothing at all. Rather than settling for a gift card, collared shirt, or some nifty gadgets that will sit unused in the garage for years to come, why not buy him something that he will use every day? Teeth whitening is the perfect gift for your dad—or any other loved one for that matter. Here is what this treatment entails and why you should consider gifting it.

You’ve just come home from the dentist’s office after having your teeth whitened—you smile into the bathroom mirror and can’t look away! Your teeth are dazzling, with no signs of coffee staining anywhere; but how did your dentist perform this magic transformation in such a short period of time? In-office teeth whitening hasn’t always been such a quick and straightforward process—there is no magic wand involved, but rather, an interesting history riddled with trial-and-error that has gradually transformed teeth whitening into what it is today.

Has your dentist recently told you that you need root canal therapy? If so, you might be tempted to put off scheduling the procedure. This is not only due to fear that it will hurt, but also that it will be expensive. Thanks to modern anesthetic techniques, your root canal shouldn’t be painful. But should you be worried about root canal cost? Not at all! Continue reading to learn some of the factors that influence how much root canals cost, and how this treatment could actually save you money in the long run.

This month is all about Valentine’s Day, and love is in the air! Whether you’re planning a date or simply want to look your best, there are plenty of ways to make yourself more kissable this season. However, the most essential asset is to have a fresh smile! Read on to learn six steps to becoming irresistible by maintaining great oral health.