MESA, AZ-Dr. Preethy Kunthara, Mesa dentist, is making it easier than ever for her patients to request appointments online. Her website features an easy to use appointment scheduler where patients can choose the time and date of their appointment from a list of available appointments. "I am very glad that our practice is providing this service. We always strive to make things as patient-friendly as possible at our practice and offering online...more
Part of fulfilling my role as a mother is to find a competent dentist who I can trust not only with my children's teeth, but with our whole family. Sometimes dentistry is underestimated when it comes to health care planning, because the old mentality is that other than annual checkups, dentistry is for emergent situations only. When it comes to my kids, I am convinced that their early years are what will shape them as adults. I want them to...more
There are times when teeth whiteners are your only alternative to improve your smile. Discolored teeth can drastically affect your confidence in your smile. A number of methods have been developed that can quickly and effectively whiten your teeth. All of them are painless and can usually be taken care of in just one maintenance office visit. If your schedule does not allow for office visits, your cosmetic dentist can help you whiten your teeth by setting up whitening trays for you to use at home. The idea is to make the process as easy for you as possible because the brightness of your smile is critical. There are many causes to teeth discoloration. Because the enamel of adult teeth is less porous and low in phosphate, it is more prone to changes in the tooth's mineral structure. This, in effect, changes tooth color. In addition to this, teeth can be stained by food that are rich in pigments like carotenoids which are found in vegetables and are usually yellow to red in color. Frequent ingestion of colored liquids also has the ability to change the color of your teeth. Culprits of this kind of discoloration include tea, coffee, and red wine. Teeth whitening techniquesWith a whiter...more
POMPANO BEACH, FL-Dr. Natalia Stadler, dentist in Pompano Beach, is making it simple for her patients to schedule appointments at her practice by offering an online appointment request form as a part of her practice's website. Patients that take advantage of this service will be able to schedule an appointment without having to pick up the phone....more
TMJ, or temporomandibular joint syndrome, is a condition affecting the cartilage around the mandible, or jawbone. One of its common symptoms is sensitivity in the adjoining teeth. Other common symptoms can include headaches and neck aches, pain around the ear, pain in the adjoining temple and cheek, spasms involving the muscles of the face,...more
Considering family dentistry for your little one? Once those first teeth start coming in moms start thinking about going to the dentist. Some dentists recommend waiting until your child is three; others want to see your child as soon as they have teeth. There are some advantages to both scenarios. Of course a three -year old can be talked to. Well, sometimes. If you start your baby out getting exams with their first few teeth they will come to think the visits are normal and may not develop a fear. In the meantime they may bite the hygienist, and for some parents the appointments only add to the pile of used sick time they will have to use.Perhaps most important is gaging your child's personality, your limitations, and your families dental history. For instance, if you and your husband have a hard time with cavities or fear of these visits it may be best to foster a healthy relationship. If you are working a new job and baby just sprouted two new teeth it would be okay to wait. If you choose to wait on that first appointment be sure to get baby a tooth brush and begin a good oral hygiene routine early. Brushing at least twice a day is recommended. Your hygienist will play an...more
Everyone should have access to good dental care and sometimes it can be difficult to get it. An office that specializes in family dentistry can help everyone in your home get the necessary check ups twice a year to help your family have healthy...more
Many adults find that previously white and bright teeth will eventually become stained by coffee, tea, wine, soda, and tobacco. Your teeth can even become stained by foods that are healthy for you. In fact, water that contains fluoride can even cause...more
Although you may feel that brushing your teeth, flossing them, and using mouthwash after every meal is enough to avoid dental problems completely, it really is not worth taking the risk. While dentists in Toronto can deal with plaque and cavities...more
Parents of young children often do not know when their child should first begin taking care of their oral health. When is it appropriate for them to visit a dentist? The answers to these questions may surprise you. A child's teeth begin to form...more
Discoloration of teeth or the simple staining of it can look ugly. Nobody likes dull and yellow teeth and it is believed to hamper your smile too. Clean and clear set of teeth is always preferred by all and nobody likes to be laughed at or mocked at...more
Your smile is one of the first things noticeable about you. Whenever you talk, laugh, eat, or smile, your mouth is exposed to the public. This is why you want your mouth to look its best. When your smile needs to be corrected, brightening can be a...more