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You probably know that coffee and red wine can stain your smile and high sugared juices may result in cavities, but what about your sports drink? The sports and energy drinks you are trying to fuel your body with are also giving your teeth an acid bath. According to a study published in the peer-reviewed…

Technology has improved the way we do just about everything – this includes the way your dentist cleans your teeth. When you make the effort to visit your dentist for a recommended dental cleaning every six months, you are doing far more for your smile than you can possibly do at home. You have probably…

Do you instantly cover your mouth when you start to smile or laugh? If crooked, protruding or gapped teeth are causing you embarrassment, you don’t have to endure years of metal braces to achieve a more confident smile. Grateful Dental proudly offers Six Month Smiles. True to its name, your teeth are straightened in just…

Do you have uneven tooth edges? Something that is making you hide your smile may be a very simple fix. Whether your tooth was accidentally chipped or you were born with rough-edged teeth, dental bonding is a cosmetic dental treatment and an excellent way to help create a more perfect smile. Dental bonding uses composite…

While we may not want teeth that look like a beaver’s teeth, we can all learn something about the health of their teeth. Beavers have a natural defense against tooth decay that is built right into the structure of their teeth. A study by Northwestern University found that a beaver’s tooth contains iron in its…

Are you happy with your smile? If not, you may be among the 42 percent of people who said their smile was the first thing they would change about themselves, according to a recent study published in a June 2015 article by Dentistry Today. The demand for cosmetic dentistry is stronger than ever, especially as…

Are you a snacker? If so, how often do you make your snack choices based on the health of your smile? It is absolutely important to consider the foods that fuel the health of your body between meals, but it is also important to think about their impact on your teeth. The drinks and foods…

Do you wince when you hear the term “root canal”? If so, you are likely one of the many people who carry unfortunate misconceptions about root canals. First and foremost, root canals are not painful. In fact, they are designed to do the opposite. A root canal procedure may be the only solution to actually…

In the past, getting a crown took multiple visits and required waiting at least two weeks before you could get your permanent restoration. Now, finding a dentist who uses CEREC technology means you can get your crown the same day you get fitted for one. Not only does this advanced system make it faster and…

If you are looking for a whiter and brighter smile, you are probably very familiar with the foods and drinks you should avoid. But did you know that adding certain foods to your diet could contribute to your quest for whiter teeth? There is strong evidence that suggests that the following foods not only help…