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Silver Spring MD Dentist Blog

Aug
14

Do Not Worry with Veneers

Are you looking for a way to enhance the appearance of your teeth on a long-term, durable basis? Ask your dentist about porcelain veneers. These cap-like shells adhere to the front of your teeth using bonding material in order to…

Jul
11

Can You Fracture a Tooth?

Your teeth endure wear and tear routinely as you bite and chew throughout your day. While the teeth might suffer some erosion over time, you might also suffer an accident which can result in a more acute injury to your…

Jun
13

How Does Teeth Whitening Work?

Have you noticed that your teeth appear yellow, stained, or otherwise diminished in color? Dental discoloration can impact the way your smile appears. You might suffer a blow to your self-esteem if you feel unhappy with your tooth color. Your…

May
03

Gum Color and Your Oral Health

Your gums are a type of connective tissue that helps keep the teeth securely in place within the mouth. The average healthy dental patient has firm, pink gums. Many people often overlook their gums when caring for their dental health,…

Apr
06

Longevity of Teeth Straightening Treatment

If you seek a straighter smile, your dentist can align crooked teeth using clear braces. These custom-made plastic aligners gradually shift your teeth into an aligned position when worn as instructed. Though the advantages of this cosmetic dental solution seem…

Mar
15

How to Stop Grinding Your Teeth

About half of the world’s population will grind their teeth periodically, and about 5% of people clench or grind their teeth on a regular basis. The constant grating of the top teeth against the bottom teeth, a habit known as…

Feb
09

Risk Factors for Periodontal Disease

Gum disease refers to a relatively common infection in the gum tissue. It can begin with inflamed gums, but as it advances, bacteria can eat away at the structure of your teeth, gums, and jawbone. This can result in irreversible…

Jan
06

How Dental Bonding Enhances the Smile

Do you feel unhappy about the color, shape, or overall appearance of your teeth? You could suffer a blow to your self-esteem when you do not feel proud of your smile. But you can improve the look of your smile…

Dec
15

Benefits of Aligning Your Smile

Do you have teeth that overlap, have gaps, or are otherwise misaligned? Crooked teeth can form for many reasons, including factors outside your control, like genetics. You might feel self-conscious about alignment issues with your teeth, but they could also…

Nov
04

Dental Veneers Improve Oral Health

Patients seeking lasting and beautiful cosmetic dental treatment often ask their dentists about porcelain veneers. These cap-like shells adhere to the front of a patient’s teeth with bonding to build a brighter and straighter smile according to the patient’s goals.…