Veneers are a great way to change the look of a person's smile. They are custom-made shells created out of porcelain or other teeth-colored materials and are affixed to the front of the teeth in order to improve their appearance. Veneers are able to alter the color, length, shape, and size of the teeth. The goal of veneers is to create a natural, attractive looking smile. Here are three tips for getting natural looking veneers.

When you are missing the majority of your teeth but your remaining teeth are not strong enough to hold a partial denture in place, your dentist may suggest using dental implants. While you may think of dental implants as cosmetic, they can actually do so much more in the role of "anchor teeth" for your partial dentures. Here is why this dual approach to toothlessness is more than just cosmetic.

People who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea are prone to bouts of shallow breathing — sometimes to the point where they stop breathing briefly — while they sleep. For people with obstructive sleep apnea, the bouts shallow breathing are caused when something, such as excess throat tissue, a large uvula, enlarged tonsils, or a nasal obstruction, blocks their upper airway completely or partially. There are numerous treatment methods for sleep apnea, and most patients see a sleep specialist on a regular basis.

A tooth crown is a great investment to save a tooth from premature pulling, but it can also be a big expense for some families. If you are having trouble affording a tooth crown, here are some resources that you can try for assistance. Dental Office Assistance Your dental office may be able to help you work out a solution for your financial issues. Are you uninsured? Some dental offices can give discounts to uninsured patients and low income families.

Taking your child to the dentist can often be a very difficult and daunting task, mostly because many children are afraid of going to the dentist. However, pediatric dentists can help make this task so much easier as their entire practice specializes in treating children and making them as comfortable as possible. Listed below are just a few of the reasons to take your child to a pediatric dentist. Provides Kid-Friendly Distractions

If you are an American adult, there's a good chance that you have gum disease. You may not notice any symptoms, and you probably brush and floss. So naturally you assume there is no problem, right? While you may not feel or see any gum disease symptoms, over half of adults over age 30 in America suffer from periodontal disease. That means you need to take preventative and corrective measures so that you do not become part of this startling statistic.

Amelogenesis imperfect is a hereditary condition that solely affects the growth or production of tooth enamel. The hypoplastic form of amelogenesis imperfecta causes the teeth to grow an inadequate amount of enamel, which results in teeth more susceptible to staining and damage. The size of the crowns can end up looking varied and the surface of the teeth can look pitted or chipped.   How can a dentist or cosmetic dentistry specialist help treat the symptoms of hypoplastic amelogenesis imperfecta?

You may not know that April is Oral Cancer Awareness month. Oral cancer isn't talked about as much or as often as some other types of cancer. However, that doesn't mean that it's not a serious and important topic. The truth is that oral cancer is a particularly deadly form of cancer, largely because it's often not discovered until the disease has already spread to other parts of the body. That's part of the reason why, of the more than 48,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year, only a little more than half of those people will still be alive in five years.

Some toddlers get tooth decay and cavities very early. This can be frustrating for parents and unpleasant for children. Knowing what causes tooth decay in toddlers and what you can do if your toddler gets tooth decay can help you take care of your child's teeth.  How can your toddler get tooth decay? There are several factors that can cause a toddler to get tooth decay, including: Genetics. Some children are just pre-disposed toward tooth decay.

If you are like many other dental patients, you may want a healthy white smile but may struggle with staining. Dental staining can be extremely unsightly, and those with severe staining may find that they are suffering from self-esteem issues as a result. While there are many whitening treatments available, it is important for patients to learn healthy habits that can keep their teeth white. If you are struggling with keeping your teeth as beautiful as possible, the following two tips may prove to be extremely useful to you.