BridgeMill Dental Care Blog

While large gaps between the teeth can lead to misalignment issues and trouble chewing, a smaller gap is not usually harmful. That said, they can definitely be cosmetically bothersome, especially when they affect the front teeth!

If you’re not fond of your diastema (the official name for a dental gap no wider than 0.5 mm), there are a couple of treatment options that can fix it. Here’s what your (Read More)

Veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments for transforming a smile. They can conceal stains, chips, gaps, and minor alignment issues while providing a natural, attractive appearance. If you’re considering veneers, one of the first questions you’re likely to ask is, “How long do they last?”

The answer depends on several factors, but with proper care, veneers can provide beautiful results for many years.

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If you grind your teeth, you may wonder whether Invisalign treatment is still an option—or whether clear aligners can even survive nightly clenching and grinding. Since Invisalign trays are designed to gently move teeth over time, it’s understandable to question whether bruxism and orthodontic treatment can work together.

The good news? Grinding your teeth does not automatically rule out Invisalign. In fact, depending on your situation, Invisalign may even… (Read More)

Mail-in clear aligners have become increasingly popular because they promise straighter teeth at a lower cost and without frequent dental visits. While these systems may seem convenient, they also come with significant risks. Orthodontic treatment is a complex process that requires careful planning and professional supervision to ensure teeth move safely and correctly.

Before choosing mail-in aligners, it is important to understand the potential dangers involved.

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If you have been diagnosed with periodontal, or gum, disease, then you may feel worried about your smile. You may want to do your best to make sure that your oral health gets stronger, and there are ways you can do just that! However, it’s important you get a better understanding first, and asking your dentist the right questions can help with that. Here are three you should bring up… (Read More)

A knocked-out tooth is something that can leave almost anyone stressed. You’ll need to visit your dentist within the hour to give yourself the best odds of saving it. In the meantime, you will need to keep the structure protected and moist. The socket it was just in is a good place to put it, and you can place it back in yourself! Here’s how and what you should do… (Read More)

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… (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… (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… (Read More)

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,… (Read More)