A Smile Makeover in Just Two Visits!
Don’t even think that your teeth can’t be corrected to a uniform, even smile – because they can! Regardless of whether your teeth have gaps or are misshapen or discolored, we can correct these conditions with porcelain veneers. With minimal tooth reduction, veneers are bonded to natural teeth, making your teeth straight and even for an attractive smile. They are made from dental ceramic that is durable but very thin, and when placed they maintain full functionality of all teeth.
Veneers can be applied to all teeth or to cover a single chipped, cracked, or worn-down tooth. The veneer can match the surrounding shade of other teeth to blend in and look completely natural.
Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL
13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 531-4462
TBSmiles.com
Whitening
When it comes to getting a whiter and brighter smile, there are a variety of teeth-whitening products you can try. Your main options are in-office and at-home bleaching. Before starting any whitening treatment, you should speak with your dentist. Your dentist will tell you what, if any, whitening procedures will work best for you.
The above article is from: MouthHealthy.org
Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL
13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 531-4462
TBSmiles.com
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Our Recommendation for Hygiene Visits
Having your teeth cleaned on a regular basis by our professional hygienist helps you keep your teeth healthy for a lifetime. Even if you are meticulous in daily dental care, there are hard-to-reach places where plaque and tartar form. Tartar cannot be removed with brushing, and if it is allowed to accumulate underneath the gums, it can cause serious problems for your teeth and overall health. Research has shown that advanced gum disease is linked to heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Please take our advice to stay healthy!
Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL
13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 531-4462
TBSmiles.com
How To Get Rid Of Cold Sores
It’s easy to get them confused, but cold sores are not the same as canker sores. Cold sores are red blisters that appear on the lips as a result of infection with the herpes simplex virus. They almost never occur inside the mouth and they are not associated with gum disease. By contrast, canker sores, which are not associated with herpes or gum disease, almost always occur inside the mouth.
Usually, cold sores last for seven to 10 days, after which time the pus-filled blisters will rupture and ooze. Fortunately, cold sores usually heal without leaving scars. Most cold sores will resolve without treatment, but you can apply a topical medication such as lidocaine or benzyl alcohol to relieve pain and itching.
If you develop a cold sore, avoid skin-to-skin contact. And don’t share razors, eating utensils, or towels-those are other ways the infection spreads to other people. If you have frequent cold sores, or a cold sore that doesn’t go away after seven to 10 days, talk to your doctor.
It can be hard to reduce the risk of cold sores, but it certainly won’t hurt to maintain a consistent personal hygiene routine including regular hand washing. Also, using a lip balm with sun block throughout the year, not just during the summer, can help prevent cold sores, too.
The above article is from: OralB.com
Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL
13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 531-4462
TBSmiles.com
Root Canals Save Teeth
Unlike the old days, teeth with infected or damaged roots don’t always need to be taken out. In fact, that’s a last resort because extracting a tooth can cause other problems later on that should be avoided. Root canal therapy has become a manageable procedure for patients and will save a tooth. Our dentists are very experienced and successful with this therapy.
During this procedure, all of the interior pulp of the tooth is removed and replaced with a special filling material. This is needed when decay has affected the tooth’s nerve. A crown may also be recommended to give the tooth additional strength and full functionality. Patients don’t have to dread this procedure any more. With modern anesthetics and advanced technologies, they find it much easier than in times past, and this therapy lets them keep their natural tooth.
Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL
13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 531-4462
TBSmiles.com
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