Centrasota Dental Blog Posts
The Importance of Regular Teeth Cleanings
The American Dental Association doesn't endorse a one-size-fits-all schedule for visiting the dentist. Many people will do just fine with one or two teeth cleanings each year. Those who suffer from gum disease, severe tooth decay or other serious dental conditions may...
New Year, New Smile!
How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Transform Your Teeth Have you chosen this year to resolve to eat healthier, lose weight or exercise more? Those are all laudable goals, and we're rooting for you every step of the way. But if you're committing to improving your physical...
Teeth Whitening; Why To Leave it to the Pros
If you want whiter teeth, then you're not alone. During a recent American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry survey, most people said they would like whiter and brighter teeth if they could change just one thing about their smiles. There's little wonder why cosmetic teeth...
The Process of Invisalign
So you want to straighten your smile – but you don't want to spend one to three years wearing metallic braces. The solution may be as simple as Invisalign, a treatment which 12 million people (including three million teenagers) have already received to straighten...
Root Canal Therapy; What To Expect
What to Expect During and After Your Appointment "I'd rather have a root canal." You've surely heard many people say this while they were describing something they would truly rather not do. We will admit that there are several more pleasant activities than receiving...
Veneers: What Are They, and How Do They Work?
Would you like a perfect new smile in as few as two dental appointments? Then you would specifically like veneers! Veneers were first worn in 1928, and today they are an extremely popular cosmetic dental treatment whenever the appearance of perfect, healthy teeth is...
4 Options for Whitening Your Teeth
Most Americans feel insecure about their teeth – and of all the available cosmetic dental treatments, teeth whitening is usually the most desired. It's easy to appreciate why. White teeth are universally regarded as a sign of beauty and good health. They also suggest...
How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Improve Your Self-Esteem
“Try your best to make goodness attractive. That’s one of the toughest assignments you’ll ever be given.” – Mister Rogers A beautiful human being isn't necessarily attractive in any physical sense. You will ultimately be remembered for the warmth of your heart and...
The Importance of Oral Health and Why You Need a Prosthodontist
Clean teeth. Good breath. Avoiding uncomfortable toothaches, cavities and gum disease. You already know the benefits of oral hygiene, even if your dental education is solely limited to watching toothpaste commercials. But the importance of good oral health extends far...
Are Dental Implants an Option for You?
Dental implants are becoming increasingly popular. That's because the simple procedure, which involves anchoring threaded titanium cylinders into the jawbone to create secure mounting points for new artificial teeth, comes with a huge list of benefits! Not only will a...