Avoiding Stained Teeth with Your Lincolnshire Cosmetic Dentist

Cigarette PunchWho wouldn’t say yes to a bright, white smile? Brushing and flossing our teeth is designed to keep them bacteria and infection-free, but the process does not answer to the fact that teeth dull naturally with age. And of course, we can end up speeding this process up by indulging in certain habits. Knowing what foods to avoid can slow the process of staining, or keep your teeth brighter after a teeth whitening treatment with your Lincolnshire cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent A. Engelberg. Here are some examples of what to avoid if you are trying to keep your smile as bright as possible.

If It Would Stain Your Floor, It Will Stain Your Teeth

Think about your house and what would happen if you exposed the various materials to things like red wine, berries, and coffee. We don’t leave those substances on our floors, carpets, or counter tops. We don’t pour them directly on to household surfaces, slosh them around a bit, and then wait for hours to clean them up. If you did that, there would certainly (more…)

Cosmetic Dentures Described by Wilmette Cosmetic Dentist

Dentures 1If you visualize a set of dentures outside of a mouth, you may not think of them as having a very cosmetic appearance. Yet when placed in your mouth, miracles can happen. Dentures can provide the aesthetic of a straight, beautiful, natural smile. They can also make it possible for you to speak clearly, and eat just about anything you’d like. You don’t have to have lost every single one of your teeth to qualify for dentures. Your Wilmette cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent Engelberg, will tell you more about partial and full cosmetic dentures. (more…)

Highland Park Dentist: Can Ancient Ayurvedic Oil Pulling Be Good for Teeth

Oil PullingWe have mentioned many times in this blog how important it is to have a healthy foundation regarding your dental health before any cosmetic procedures will be safe and lasting. The basics of oral hygiene have remained the same for years upon years: floss, brush twice a day for two minutes each time, and possibly use an antibacterial mouthwash. Of course, you must visit your dentist every six months for a checkup and thorough cleaning. Yet there’s still people that take all of these steps and find they wish there was more they could do to ensure optimal oral health and the best looking teeth and gums possible. Highland Park cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent Engelberg, will tell you about a home remedy many people swear by: oil pulling.

How to Oil Pull

Oil pulling begins in the morning, before you’ve eaten. You can use any oil you wish. Many people prefer sesame or coconut oil, but olive or vegetable is fine as well. Basically, as odd as it may seem at first, you will take one tablespoon of your oil of choice and swish it around in your mouth. Think of swishing with mouthwash in slow motion. This process should last approximately 20 minutes, and you want to pull the oil through your teeth and around in your mouth. What dental benefits, you may ask, could this possibly have? (more…)

Deerfield Dentist Highlights Two Reasons for Porcelain Veneers

Smile DimpleWe’ve made no secret in our cosmetic dental blog that porcelain veneers are one of the most often requested procedures for people that have more than one dental issue. Today, your Deerfield cosmetic dentist will offer two common scenarios for why someone might opt for porcelain dental veneers.

Poor Oral Hygiene

When we are young, it’s up to our parents to make sure that our teeth are cared for properly. However, if you’ve ever tried to dedicate two minutes of proper brushing to a squirmy and uncooperative toddler, it’s sometimes easier said than done. Once those bad habits are instilled, rambunctious child can transition into surly teenager that just wants to be independent, so you’re not likely to be invited into the bathroom with a timer while they brush. If teeth aren’t cared for throughout your life, decay is most likely an inevitability. If decay is ignored, teeth can become irreversibly damaged. Even when cavities are halted, front teeth that are touched by decay can require a cosmetic fix. Porcelain veneers would fit the bill. (more…)