Many people just don’t have the time or patience to do at-home whitening treatments and now there is an alternative solution. In-office (or chair-side) whitening treatments can provide results fast. “I was running around like crazy getting things ready for my daughters wedding and I just kept putting off whitening my teeth. I needed to get it done fast and I couldn’t have been happier with the results.” During chair-side bleaching, a protective gel or rubber shield is applied

One day you looked in the mirror and studied those lines that furrowed your brow, and you wondered: Where did they come from? Is it just aging? Too much sun? Too much stress? In general, how skin ages and wrinkles is a complex process. It isn't just about cellular changes, collagen depletion, hormone loss, damage caused by free radicals, and so on; it's a combination of many factors. The Anatomy of the Wrinkle The lines that appear between your brows (glabellar lines) actuall

BreatheRX In the ongoing fight to rid our mouths of bad breath, you can add a new and effective weapon to your arsenal. An alcohol-free mouthwash called “BreatheRX” is the next generation of fresh breath. BreathRX does much more than disguise the remnants of your last meal. With ingredients including CPC and Zytex, BreathRx Antibacterial Mouth Rinse actually attacks bad breath at its source, killing many of the bacteria in the mouth that cause bad breath. BreatheRX’s alcohol

BOTOX Men and women between the ages of 18 to 65 now have the ability to choose science- based, non-invasive medical aesthetic solutions, to achieve their own natural results. Since its approval, BOTOX® Cosmetic has been the number-one physician- administered aesthetic procedure in the United States. BOTOX® Cosmetic is a simple, non-surgical procedure for temporarily smoothing moderate to severe glabellar lines - the vertical frown lines between the eyebrows that look like an

Want to brighten your smile in one quick visit? We have a new, in-office solution to whiten your teeth and boost your confidence. Opalescence Xtra Boost is a bleaching gel that does its job through proprietary chemicals, rather than expensive lights that can sometimes lead to increased teeth sensitivity or mild tissue damage. The Boost formula also includes ingredients to for decreased tooth sensitivity and stronger enamel for cavity protection. Application of the Boost gel

For all our best intentions to brush and floss consistently, it seems that we can’t always avoid the cavity diagnosis. While brushing and flossing daily is good for your teeth and important for battling gum disease there are other things that we can do to prevent cavities from forming.  Use a mouthwash after brushing help clear out remaining cavity-forming bacteria.  Avoid snacking between meals, especially on sugary or chewy foods can accelerate the forming of cavities. Bu

Ever hear all those dental words being thrown around and feel out of the loop? Here is a guide to common dental terms that you may need to know. Cuspid: Your teeth that come to a point (right next to your front teeth) are called cuspids. Sometimes they are called canines as well. Teeth that come to two points are called bicuspids. Molar: Your back teeth behind your bicuspids. Crown: The part of your tooth above the gum. (The visible part of your tooth.) Root: The part of your

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a common condition that affects people everywhere, even those with good dental hygiene. Bad breath is a very embarrassing and unpleasant condition, and unfortunately some people with bad breath don’t even realize they have it. There are a few causes of bad breath that you should be aware of so that you can avoid them:  Certain foods that you eat affect the air you exhale and contribute to bad breath odor  Remaining, rotting food parti

Up to half of people in the U.S. say they have bad breath. Bad breath (or Halitosis) is caused by bacteria and traces of food that collect in the back of and creases of the tongue. Bad breath can be a serious source of embarrassment and can affect your social life. Maintaining good oral health is essential to reducing bad breath. By following these simple steps your bad breath will be history!  Brush and floss using a chlorine dioxide toothpaste  Use an oral mouthwash conta

Don't let Halloween Candy be a Nightmare! If your kids are like most, they're going to come home from trick-or- treating with lots and lots of candy. And who doesn't love Halloween candy? But we all know that the sugary candies at Halloween bring tooth decay in their wake. By following these simple steps, your family can have all the fun of Halloween without harming kids' teeth in the process!  Teach your kids the importance of moderation with sweets. They don't need to gorg