Archway Dental Blog

Did you know that an estimated 27% of American adults between 20 and 64 years old have untreated tooth decay? Unfortunately, dental problems don’t typically resolve themselves and tend to only worsen over time. Not only that, but cavities are contagious. If they are allowed to progress, they can spread to your jawbone or contribute to gum disease, which can enter your bloodstream and affect other parts of your body.

Thankfully, your dentist can repair injured teeth with tooth-colored fillings or dental crowns, but how do you know which procedure is right for you? Continue reading to learn more about both options to make an informed decision to improve your dental health!

You might’ve heard that there are certain foods and beverages that can cause your teeth to stain more quickly. But are there any foods that can help lift discoloration from your teeth? As a matter of fact, there are!  Whether you’ve just had a teeth whitening treatment and want to preserve your results or simply want to touch-up your pearly whites, these four tasty treats will help you get the job done.

What’s in a smile? If you mentally answered “teeth, gums, oral tissue, probably calcium,” that’s technically true, but what’s in a smile that makes it beautiful? Why are some brilliant and attractive, and others…not so much?

As it turns out, researchers have identified several physical qualities that people tend to find appealing about others’ smiles. If you’ve been thinking about enhancing your dental cosmetics, this list could give you some good ideas!

You want to straighten your teeth. That much is certain. Clear aligner treatments like Invisalign certainly sound like a promising way to do so, but this is the 21st century. Can’t you simply go online and order a set of aligners instead of going through your dentist?

With mail order aligners, you certainly can, but there are some very good reasons why you probably shouldn’t! Keep reading to learn why this direct-to-consumer service isn’t as convenient as it seems.

Invisalign is an incredibly and increasingly popular way to straighten out a misaligned smile because it offers an easier and more comfortable alternative to braces. Each aligner included in your treatment is specially designed to fit snugly over your teeth while exerting the pressure necessary to gradually push them into better positions, but some patients may find some of their appliances to be especially difficult to place on their teeth. Here’s a brief guide to why your appliances may not fit easily and what you can do to remedy this issue.