Stec & Stines Cosmetic & Family Dentistry Blog

When it comes to your adult teeth, you only get one set. That’s why it’s very important to always keep them clean and healthy. Brushing twice a day, flossing once a day, and visiting the dentist at least twice a year are all excellent ways to ensure that they stay in good condition, but sometimes even despite your best efforts, accidents can happen.

If you are suffering from a chipped tooth, you may be wondering if you really need to fix it, or if there’s any hope it could heal by itself. Here’s what you can expect if your tooth is damaged, and why it’s important to be seen by an emergency dentist if it is.

After months, years, or decades of thinking about straightening your teeth, you’ve explored your treatment options, asked friends and family members about their experiences, and chosen Invisalign. Now what? The weeks between your initial consultation and the arrival of your clear aligners is a great time to focus on preparing. That way, the transition into life with braces is as smooth and stress-free as possible. In this blog, you’ll find helpful information on how to prepare for your Invisalign treatment. So, read on!

Summer vacation is the perfect time to relax, explore new places, and create lasting memories. With all your plans for travel in place; airfare, hotel, and resorts, the last thing you want is a dental emergency to disrupt everything. If you’re diligent and want to prevent dental emergencies before they start, continue reading. You’ll find some expert tips to help you prevent dental issues and keep your smile healthy while you enjoy your summer travels.

If you have a throbbing toothache, or have suffered a dental injury, don’t panic! Instinct might push you to head to the closest hospital, but that may not be the best idea. Although hospital ERs can treat life-threatening issues, they aren’t equipped for dental emergencies. Here’s when it’s best to contact your emergency dentist for an appointment.

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Tooth loss can greatly detract from your daily quality of life because tasks that once were second nature can become much more challenging. It can be harder to chew food, for example, or clearly enunciate words and sounds. Thankfully, your dentist has several ways they can rebuild your smile, although dental implants are often considered the ideal method.

These artificial teeth are the only ones that include a support rod that’s inserted into your jawbone. Because of this, they offer unique advantages over alternatives like dental bridges or dentures. Keep reading to learn 3 facts about dental implants and how they could benefit you!

Today, most dentists recommend dental implants as the best available solution to tooth loss. While these wonderful artificial teeth offer many benefits such as looking just like the real thing, restoring the patient’s chewing ability, and preventing or even reversing bone loss in the jaw, you’ll still need to meet certain criteria to be able to receive them. Here’s a brief overview of what makes for the ideal dental implant candidate.

Dental implants are a fantastic way to replace missing teeth because they look and work exactly like the real thing. However, your implants will need to completely heal after being surgically placed before you can start chewing and smiling like you have never lost a tooth in the first place. Here’s a short list of habits that are best avoided while you are recovering from dental implant surgery.

Many people feel self-conscious about their smiles if their teeth aren’t as white as they’d like. Whether you have internal discoloration from genetics and medications, or external stains from drinking too many cups of coffee over the years, it’s natural to want to lighten your grin. You may feel tempted to stop by your local corner store to pick up an over-the-counter whitening kit, but unfortunately, this could do you more harm than good. Keep reading to learn why it’s best to have your teeth whitened with your dentist, instead!

A beautiful smile can be a wonderful asset in both the social and professional worlds. People who are proud of their teeth tend to smile more frequently, making them seem friendlier, more confident, and more approachable to others. While many people might be shy about showing their smiles due to stains or discoloration, many of these same people have birthdays, anniversaries, or graduations coming up. Here’s why a professional teeth whitening treatment can make a great gift.

Porcelain veneers can transform a smile into a more ideal state by covering up dental damage or even correcting mild misalignments. They are the open secret behind why so many of America’s favorite movie stars have amazingly perfect teeth, which is fitting because veneers were developed as part of a movie costume in the first place. Here are some fun facts about the history of veneers since they were invented in 1928.