by Kurt Schneider | Feb 11, 2014 | Invisalign
Don’t Forget This Important Part of Your Body Detox More and more people are trying to eat healthier and are looking to organic solutions as a means to avoid any unnecessary chemicals in their bodies. Cancer, mental health issues and brain disorders sometimes tend to be born of the chemical poisoning that results from all of the preservatives, added flavors and added colors in our food today. For most people, the first step is a whole body detox. This can be done by getting rid of all the junk food in the house and other foods that contain ingredients you can’t pronounce. The next step is to restock with healthy foods and complete a detox diet that usually consists of smoothies and foods that have antioxidants. Yet some people overlook one very important area: their teeth. In the past, fillings and other dental procedures were done using materials that contain mercury. Your Orange County dentist can tell you if you have any of these materials in your mouth. If you do, part of your detox program should be to have those materials removed and replaced by your Orange County dentist. Planning for a healthy diet is a great idea as long as you follow through with it. However, if you have mercury in your mouth, you are poisoning your body on a regular basis. The mercury gets into your blood stream and can cause all sorts of serious health problems. It has been linked to Alzheimer’s, for instance. Don’t wait until you see the effects of the mercury. Have your dental work examined...
by Kurt Schneider | Jan 30, 2014 | Dental Implants
Get Your Smile Ready for Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. If you are planning on spending time with your sweetheart for the holiday, make sure you get your smile ready for your big date. Your Mission Viejo dentist can help you spruce up your pearly whites in time for the most romantic day of the year. Teeth Whitening With the latest technology in dentistry, you can get your teeth up to eight shades whiter in a single sitting with ZOOM whitening. The procedure lasts about an hour and gives you a safe, fast way to take years off of your smile. When you talk to your dentist about different cosmetic options for your teeth, be sure to ask about ZOOM whitening. Teeth Cleanings Even if you don’t need a whitening procedure, a visit to your dentist for a checkup and cleaning can give you the confidence you need for Valentine’s Day. Your dentist will be able to tell you if you have any cavities, or if your teeth need any special care. The cleaning will give you a bright, white smile just in time for your date with that special someone. Tooth Bonding If you have a cracked or chipped tooth that is preventing you from flashing a big smile, tooth bonding may be the answer for you. This simple procedure allows you to restore the natural look of your smile without undergoing a complicated procedure. A bright, healthy smile is the key to making you look and feel younger. As you prepare for your Valentine’s Day celebration, think about more than just the outfit...
by Kurt Schneider | Jan 28, 2014 | Cosmetic Dentistry
Prevent Dental Damage from Nightly Teeth Grinding Teeth grinding occurs in your sleep, and is often caused by anxiety or having crooked teeth. Over time, this condition can cause headaches, jaw aches, and tooth damage. One way to combat this problem is to have a custom mouth guard made. Your Orange County dentist can create a mouth guard to wear at night that prevents damage caused by grinding your teeth. Your dentist will work with you to find a mouth guard that is comfortable, so you won’t lose sleep over your teeth. Once fitted, simply put the guard in place before you go to sleep every night. Be sure to clean it thoroughly every morning to keep your teeth healthy and germ-free. There are also other things you can do to prevent grinding your teeth at night. Your dentist will discuss stress reduction techniques that may help you, and you can also discuss daytime habits that may contribute to your teeth grinding. Avoiding alcohol before bed can be very helpful, since drinking tends to exacerbate the problem. Daily exercises to prevent clenching your jaws throughout the day can also reduce the risks of nightly teeth grinding. Your Orange County dentist will discuss all possible courses of treatment, in addition to fitting you with a mouth guard. If you already have damage to your teeth, you may want to ask about cosmetic options to repair your teeth once you have your teeth grinding habit under control. All of these treatment options combined will help you to be more comfortable and will help you retain your healthy...
by Kurt Schneider | Jan 7, 2014 | Dental Implants
It may be a sad reality, but there it is; your looks may mean more to potential employers than your skills. It really doesn’t matter what kind of a degree you have, if a potential employer would not want his or her clients to see you, you probably are not going to get the job. There may be no area in which this is more true than for your teeth. Facial scarring and disabilities are seen as things you don’t have control over, but, when it comes to your teeth, people are very judgmental. You may know that genetics has caused you to have serious dental issues, but the majority of the population is just going to assume you didn’t take care of your teeth properly. Newport Beach dental implants may be your key to employment success. If you already have the skills and education you need to do the job, then your presentation may be the only thing that is left to worry about. With Newport Beach dental implants you can resolve the issue without anyone knowing you have them. Yes, you could get a partial plate, but those are often noticeable and give the impression that you are older than you are. Since your age can also have an impact on your employment opportunities, this is an important factor to consider. Dental implants are not noticeable, because they look just like your real teeth and can be used like them, as well. When your smile is the only thing standing between you and successful employment, don’t you think it is worth it to do something about...
by Kurt Schneider | Dec 26, 2013 | Health News
Smiling as a New Year’s Resolution You have dealt with dental issues for so long that you hardly smile anymore. As you think back, you may be able to pinpoint the exact time your dental issues had an impact on the amount of time you spent smiling. It does not have to be this way. If you are making a New Year’s resolution, why not start with a resolution to smile more and take the steps you need to get you there? A damaged or missing tooth can be more than physically painful. It can cause you to smile less, eat less healthfully, and avoid the outside world for fear or embarrassment. You can fix this problem on a permanent basis by investing in Orange County dental implants. Orange County is not a place that makes you want to sit in your house all the time. The weather is always beautiful and there is always something to do outside of your home. Orange County dental implants offer you a permanent solution to your temporary problem by replacing your damaged or missing tooth or teeth with a permanent replacement that is just as solid as your original teeth used to be. How much of your life are you going to waste stuck inside your home or missing out on the smiles you could be having right now? There is a permanent solution available, and it is only as far away as your Orange County cosmetic dentist. What are you waiting for? Start your new year off...
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