1. Stressed Out? It Can Impact Your Teeth

    Stress affects our bodies in many ways, but have you ever thought about the way it impacts your oral health? One common response to stress that dentists often see the effects of is teeth grinding. This typically happens at night (though some people grind their teeth while awake, too), and most people are not even aware that they do it. Over time, grinding wears down the teeth and could potentially…Read More

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    X-rays, Camera Help Ensure Accurate Diagnoses

    In our practice, we like to stay on top of the latest diagnostic tools. The more we are able to see in the imagery we take, the easier we can arrive at a diagnosis, which results in providing the best care for our patients. To this end, let’s talk about X-rays and a device called an intraoral camera. When used together, these two things give us the full picture of a patient’s dental health. Co…Read More

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    Invisalign vs. Braces: What’s the Difference?

    When Invisalign appeared on the dental scene in the late 1990s, it forever changed the way people straighten their teeth. This innovation offered a way to avoid a mouth full of metal and painful wires and still achieve similar results to braces. Now, 20 years later, more than 2 million people around the world have used Invisalign, according to the manufacturer, Align Technology Inc. This method fo…Read More

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    Why Get Braces as an Adult?

    Do you believe that only kids and teens wear braces? One in five orthodontic patients is an adult, according to the American Association of Orthodontists. The organization reported that nearly 1.5 million adults were treated by its member orthodontists in 2014. Why do adults choose to straighten their teeth? Appearance is, of course, a big factor. Everyone wants an attractive smile! But there…Read More

  5. What Makes A Selfie-Worthy Smile

    What makes a selfie-worthy smile?

    Now more than ever, all eyes are on our smiles. This is the selfie generation. We snap selfies everywhere we go, to show the world where we’ve been and who we’re with. Our faces are everywhere online. Facebook. Instagram. Tinder. We are judged by complete strangers and people we barely know, with nothing more to go on than one snapshot of our lives. A status update. A profile photo. We make de…Read More

  6. New Year, New Smile! How are you doing with your New Year’s resolution?

    New Year, New Smile! How are you doing with your New Year’s resolution?

    At Enamel Dental, we see patients who resolve to do any number of things for their teeth, from flossing to whitening to braces. Whatever it is, if your resolution seems like a distant memory already, try these suggestions for keeping your dental goals top of mind. Brushing more Most people brush twice a day: in the morning and before bed. But maybe you've resolved to brush after meals, too. The fi…Read More