Professional teeth whitening is a faster, more effective way to brighten your smile, but many patients are hesitant to try it because they’ve experienced tooth sensitivity from over-the-counter whitening products in the past. Thankfully, with professional treatment, sensitivity is usually much milder, and much briefer, too. In fact, many patients who choose professional whitening experience little to no sensitivity at all.

If you’d like to whiten your smile with the help of your dentist, here are a few ways to help reduce your risk of sensitivity, so you can get the smile you want without the discomfort you can expect from over-the-counter products.

If you want to address an imperfection – whether it’s a small chip or permanent discoloration – you may have your sight set on veneers. But how long does it take to get veneers? What can you expect during the smile makeover process? Below, you’ll find a brief breakdown, from the first consultation to the final appointment.

Did you know that dental veneers could help your smile appear straighter? It’s true – in fact, you could have this life-changing alteration in as little as two dental appointments!

That said, veneers are definitely not the same thing as orthodontics. So what does that mean? How does it all work? If you want the answers to these questions and more, you’ll have to keep reading.

Whether you’re a college student, a busy parent, or a career-driven professional who has their eye on a promotion, you may not be thrilled about the idea of wearing metal brackets and wires. Fortunately, there’s another (much more discreet) way to get the smile you’ve always wanted: Invisalign. If you are considering this innovative orthodontic treatment for yourself, then read on to learn five things you should know before committing.

Many people with dental alignment issues never wore braces as children, and many former orthodontic patients find that their teeth drift out of alignment after treatment. Thankfully, Invisalign allows teens and adults of all ages to comfortably and discreetly straighten out their smiles without conspicuous metal parts or bothersome dietary restrictions. Here’s why Invisalign can be an excellent way for older adults to achieve healthier and more beautiful smiles.

You’re no doubt excited to start your Invisalign treatment. Not too long ago, it would’ve been nearly impossible to straighten your teeth so discretely and conveniently! Still, you might have heard that perfecting your smile with Invisalign comes with a few rules. You want to hit the ground running once you receive your aligners so you can enjoy a smooth treatment process, but how can you avoid getting off to a rocky start?

Simple: be prepared! Keep reading for some helpful pre-treatment tips.

Facing a dental emergency can be both distressing and painful, affecting your ability to work, sleep, and eat. It’s essential to understand whether you should seek help from your dentist or go to the emergency room to receive the appropriate care. Read on to learn what you need to know to determine when it’s best to contact your dentist for immediate treatment and when visiting the emergency room might be more suitable for your situation.

Accidents happen, and unfortunately dental emergencies can occur when you least expect them. If you need an urgent appointment to address an oral health woe, you may be wondering what to expect on your visit. But don’t despair. Here’s a breakdown of what might happen at your exam.

Chipped teeth are common dental injuries that can happen during sports, after falls, as a result of teeth grinding, and for a variety of other reasons. This issue may be a dental emergency depending on its severity, but mild cases can usually wait for a few days before being treated. Here’s a brief guide to chipped teeth that includes a few tips for handling the problem and a few of the treatments your dentist may use to repair your smile.

In 2012, over two million emergency room visits were for dental emergencies. While the ER is a great place to go for a laceration or a broken bone, these facilities are not equipped to deal with most emergency dental situations and are not able to properly address these issues. Here’s why you should see your emergency dentist to have your dental crisis treated instead of going to the emergency room.