BridgeMill Dental Care Blog

As you go about your day, you may be snacking and eating a wide range of foods. While you may be enjoying them, you might have a morsel lodged between your teeth. When this happens, it usually causes an odd sensation you want to get rid of, but what should you use? Some things are safer than others, so here’s a quick guide to what you can do if you have something… (Read More)

You don’t want to change just one or two things about your smile. You want a complete transformation! A smile makeover is likely going to be your best option in this case, since it enables you to combine multiple cosmetic dental treatments into one plan. But with that flexibility can come a lot of questions, such as, “How long will it take to perfect my pearly whites?”

Ultimately, your cosmetic dentist… (Read More)

When you look in the mirror, do you think your smile could use some correcting? Maybe your bottom row looks fine, but your top teeth could use some work. However, as you look into orthodontics, like Invisalign, they show how you’ll have to wear plastic trays on both arches. Is it possible to just get the aligners on the upper one only? Here’s what you need to know about this treatment.

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Many people who want straighter smiles prefer to avoid the hassle, pain, and frustration of having traditional braces cemented to their teeth for the duration of their treatment. As a result, Invisalign continues to gain popularity as a clear alternative to standard orthodontics.

However, you might wonder whether you can successfully undergo this service if your teeth already have a restoration in place, such as a dental crown, bridge, or porcelain… (Read More)

Getting to a perfect smile with an orthodontic treatment can be exciting. You’ll have an aesthetic set of teeth by the end, but you’ll have to be diligent in wearing your Invisalign trays. If you are new to them, then you may be a bit lost on what guidelines you should follow. To help you stay on track, here are some dos and don’ts that you should know about your… (Read More)

A well-aligned and symmetrical smile is an excellent accessory to any outfit and can make it easier to stay in excellent oral health. While alignment issues such as overbites, underbites, spacing, and crookedness can be frustrating, uncomfortable, or unsightly, your dentist can address them with orthodontic treatment from ClearCorrect. Here’s a brief overview of the perks that come with straight teeth as well as how the ClearCorrect process works.

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Does sipping your morning coffee or biting into an ice cream cone make you flinch? If so, you may be suffering from tooth sensitivity. Extreme temperatures, both hot and cold, are a common trigger for stinging dental pain. But is it something you should ignore, or should you call your dentist right away? The first step to answering that question is understanding what’s behind this pain. Continue reading to learn what causes… (Read More)

Many experts consider dental implants the ideal way to replace missing teeth because of their unique placement in your jawbone. Unlike dentures and dental bridges, they become a permanent part of your mouth and can function as sturdy, stand-alone structures.

Plus, they’re capped with a dental crown (or other restoration) that’s customized to look and feel like your natural teeth for seamless results. But many patients wonder whether it’s possible to accidentally… (Read More)

One of the first things people notice about you is the quality of your smile, and it’s only natural to want to make a good impression. Unfortunately, if your enamel looks more yellow or brown than pearly white, you might worry about being judged for your appearance.

You might feel tempted to lighten your enamel with over-the-counter products, but they could hurt your smile if you’re not careful. Continue reading to… (Read More)

It’s natural to want a bright, white smile. Normally, when dental stains make your grin appear tarnished and yellowy, you’d go to your dentist for a professional whitening treatment. However, the process is a bit more involved when you have cosmetics or restorations like dental implants!

If you’re wondering how this works, keep reading. This post will tell you everything you need to know.

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