William J. Twohig, DDS Blog

After undergoing cosmetic dentistry to enhance the appearance of your teeth, you may find yourself smiling more often. Not only can this help you seem friendlier and more approachable to others, but it can end up having a positive impact on your body as well! Research shows that smiling can improve overall health in various ways. Below is a closer look at 6 key benefits of smiling.

A dental bridge can be an effective way to fill in a gap in your smile, but it’s important to realize that you can’t expect it to last forever. At some point in the future, it will need to be replaced. But when exactly will that be? And is there anything you can do to help your prosthesis last as long as possible? Here’s a brief overview of what you can realistically expect when it comes to the lifespan of your dental bridge.

Dentures are often an excellent solution for extensive tooth loss, but they are not without their drawbacks. If you don’t take proper care of your prosthesis, it may develop an unpleasant odor over time, thus leaving you with bad breath. To prevent this embarrassing issue, it’s important to understand what causes bad-smelling dentures and the steps you can take to avoid the problem.   

Dental implants look and feel very natural, which is a major reason why they’ve become such a popular option for replacing missing teeth. But just how far does the resemblance go? Can dental implants also develop cavities the way your natural teeth can? It’s important to have all the facts so that you can protect your rebuilt smile; as such, here are the basics of what you need to know when it comes to dental implants and your oral health.

Tooth enamel can’t grow back once it’s gone, but if it is only slightly damaged, it can be repaired via remineralization. Thanks to this process (which often plays a key role in biomimetic dentistry), your body can strengthen your weakened teeth and help prevent them from being injured further. But how long does remineralization normally take? Here’s what you need to know when it comes to nature’s way of rebuilding your smile.