Do you wish your smile was better? Have you practiced excellent oral hygiene but you still have some tooth stains or other imperfections that cannot be removed? If so, don’t give up hope for your flawless smile yet. An amazing smile can be yours with dental veneers. Dental veneers are durable shells that can be crafted and placed upon the fronts... read more »

When you’re taking care of your mouth, do you ever notice that your gums start to bleed? Despite what you may have heard, bleeding gums aren’t normal. While your gums might bleed for a number of reasons, there may be several things you can do to avoid the issue. Your gums might be bleeding because of gum disease. Gum disease... read more »

While everyone wants to have the best-looking smile possible, not everyone trusts that modern whitening procedures are as safe as they're advertised to be. This is a big misconception that has no basis in fact. Modern tooth whitening is one of the most common procedures done at any dentist office in the country, and whitening can have tremendous impacts on... read more »

Bad breath caused by strong foods and beverages can often be resolved by regular brushing and flossing. Halitosis, also known as chronic bad breath, can leave you feeling socially awkward. At the same time, it can also be a sign of another oral hygiene or oral health issue. An inconsistent or inadequate daily oral hygiene routine could be the problem.... read more »

A tooth that was knocked out, extracted or lost to severe tooth decay can have a profound negative effect on your oral health. Beyond the basic loss of function and appearance the lost tooth can also cause you to slur your speech or lead to an infection in the gums. In time the nearby teeth might even start to twist... read more »

E-cigarettes tend to be a popular alternative to the conventional cigarette. While avoiding traditional smoke may be useful, there is still some risk to using them. Furthermore, using e-cigarettes may not be great for your overall health, but would you be surprised to learn that they can affect your oral health as well? You see, e-cigarettes still allow nicotine into... read more »

Your toothbrush is an important tool you need to take good care of your smile, which is why it’s best to keep your toothbrush in clean and pristine condition. So, to help you do so, your dentist, Dr. Rachel Meyer, and Dr. Rachel Meyer, DDS team encourage you to do the following things: -Rinse your toothbrush: It’s best to rinse... read more »

Your new bridge mounted on dental implants represents a serious investment in restoring the full function and appearance of multiple lost teeth. Even though the bridge and the titanium abutments anchoring it are made from materials that are not subject to tooth decay, it will still require inclusion in your daily oral hygiene routine. If residual food particles and plaque... read more »

Do you want to avoid dental emergencies while you are traveling? If so, our Dr. Rachel Meyer, DDS and her team have some tips for you! If you do these four things, you will have the top-notch oral health you deserve and you will be able to enjoy every moment of your vacation: Avoid major dental treatment: Sometimes major dental... read more »

Your healthy smile hinges on good daily oral care, regular dental checkups and cleanings and even good genetics. But even with the best of care cavities can sneak into your smile. Wear and tear over time, along with bacterial plaque can damage your pearly whites. This is where dental restorations come to the rescue. Dental restorations to remove tooth decay... read more »