It happens to a lot of people the same way: you’re looking at a photo of yourself or checking your...
Are Custom Sports Mouthguards Worth It for Kids and Teens?
School is back in session, and with it comes sports like soccer, football, basketball, and hockey. All of these offer...
Is a Dental Membership Plan Worth It If You Don’t Have Insurance?
According to CareQuest Institute’s State of Oral Health Equity in America survey, around 27% of adults in the United States...
Why Did My Dentist Recommend Replacing a Filling That Isn’t Hurting?
Your tooth feels fine. It doesn’t hurt, it isn’t sensitive, and it looks normal in the mirror. Then, at a...
Are Custom Night Guards Really Better Than the Ones You Buy Online?
Maybe your partner says you sound like a coffee grinder at 2 a.m. Maybe your dentist spotted worn-down spots on...
Are Same-Day Crowns as Good as Traditional Crowns?
Many dental offices now advertise same-day crowns as a faster, more convenient option than the traditional version. But a crown...
The Ultimate Guide to Dental Sealants for Kids
If you have school-age children, you have probably heard other parents talk about dental sealants, or maybe your child’s dentist...
Laser Dentistry: What the Term Actually Means
“Laser dentistry” turns up often in dental marketing, usually attached to words like gentle, modern, or drill-free. If you have...
What Are “Prepless Crowns” — and Are They Really Different from Traditional Crowns?
Maybe you have seen an ad promising a brand-new smile with little or no drilling. Phrases like “prepless crowns” or...
What Is Enamel Shaping and What Can It Fix?
Everyone wants a beautiful smile, but not everyone wants to make major changes to their teeth. In some cases, like...