Dentistry Asleep Blog

As August draws to a close, most students are either already back in school or are about to be. It can be easy to let all kinds of things go in the summertime, including your oral health. However, now that you’re getting back into the swing of waking up early and studying, you have an excellent opportunity to improve your daily dental hygiene.

If you want to ace your next dental exam, here are a few things you should do to keep your oral health in good condition.

Summer is beach body season, and if you’re like most people, you’re probably doing what you can to look as good as possible wearing a swimsuit. But have you considered getting a beach-ready smile too?

There’s no better way to make a good impression on people than to show them a smile worth being proud of. If you have aesthetic imperfections that you’d like to have addressed, cosmetic dentistry can help you. Here are a few kinds of procedures that you may be interested in.

If someone in your life is getting ready to graduate from school or wrap up any other type of degree or certification, you’re probably feeling pretty excited for them! After all, entering the professional world is a big milestone. That said, you might also be wondering if there’s anything you can gift them that’ll provide them with an advantage as they kick off their career—and there is! Here’s more from your trusted cosmetic dentist about some of the various procedures that make the perfect gift for graduating students, along with some job options worth considering that directly benefit from having a bright smile.

Many people don’t like going to the dentist. Whether it’s fear of discomfort or the anxiety of wondering if you have a cavity, it can be a nerve-wracking experience. However, there is someone always consistently there making the dental experience more comfortable and effective: your dental hygienist! Since it’s Dental Hygienist Appreciation Week from April 9^th to the 15^th, there’s no better time to show appreciation to them. Here are four reasons why your dental hygienist is so important!

Millions of Americans are unhappy with their smile for one reason or another, and one of the most common culprits is a set of crooked teeth. Many adults, however, think that the time for orthodontics has passed—they feel that they’re too busy to go through a year or so of frequent dental appointments.

If that sounds like you, it may be valuable to know that veneers can give you results comparable to braces in as little as two appointments! If you want to know more about how that can work for you, here’s a guide that could give you some useful information.

Today, porcelain veneers are one of the most effective cosmetic dental treatments. Their features and materials let them transform all aspects of a patient’s smile! Still, the prosthetics didn’t start that way. Veneers only reached their current point after nearly a century of history. Indeed, they had rather humble origins before making serious progress. Your Toronto dentist will happily explain if you want to learn about this journey. Here, then, is a summary of how veneers have developed over the years.

Every year, millions of people prepare to celebrate Halloween with parties, costume contests, scary movie marathons, and trick-or-treating. In fact, WalletHub estimates that $10.6 billion will be spent on Halloween in 2022 with $3.1 billion of that being for candy. With so much candy circulating during this holiday, it can be hard to resist. Even so, sweet treats can mean bad news for your smile. So that you can prevent dental issues from putting a damper on the fun, read on to learn about four tips that will help you maintain a healthy beam.

Losing your natural teeth can be devastating for your oral health and quality of life. Not to mention, your self-esteem is likely to suffer. You can enjoy a beautiful smile again with dentures. They’ve been used for generations to treat significant tooth loss. Advancements in dentistry allow them to look and feel more realistic than ever. However, it’s a process to replace your missing teeth. The sooner you get started, the quicker you’ll have a complete smile. Here’s how long it will take to get your dentures. 

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Veneers are a great investment because they have an average lifespan of 10 to 15 years, depending on your aftercare routine. They are designed to serve as a long-term solution to enjoy a beautiful smile for many years; however, they can lose their bond with your teeth as time passes. If a veneer fell off, don’t panic! Here’s what you should do until you can see your dentist. 

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