Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Smile Works Dental Center wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in
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Do You Have A Cavity?
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.
Sometimes cavities are hard to avoid. Our team at Smile Works Dental Center wants you to know you aren’t alone when it comes to getting cavities. They can appear in
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Your New Porcelain Veneers Can Last and Look Great a Long Time
posted: Jul. 12, 2021.
Dental veneers are a popular way to improve teeth with chips, stains, gaps or other defects. They're typically made of dental porcelain, ceramic-like materials prized for their ability to Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Tell us about your summer!
posted: Jul. 06, 2021.
The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for the doctor and our team to ask our patients about their summer!
Whether you visited our nation’s capital,
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Stay Ahead of Decay-Spreading Root Cavities
posted: Jul. 02, 2021.
Finding out you have a cavity isn't the best of news. But finding out it's a root cavity is even worse: if not treated, the decay can spread more Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jun. 29, 2021.
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While
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Root Canal Recovery
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
Anyone who has had a compromised tooth knows that the amount of discomfort it causes can be extremely unpleasant. Although no one looks forward to a root canal, this procedure
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Supermodel Ashley Graham's Unpleasant Dental Encounter With a Frozen Cookie
posted: Jun. 22, 2021.
Ashley Graham has a beautiful and valuable smile—an important asset to her bustling career as a plus-size model and television host. But she recently revealed on Instagram a “confrontation” Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
When should I floss during the day?
posted: Jun. 15, 2021.
A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Smile Works Dental Center maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to
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How Cheese and Other Dairy Contribute to Healthier Teeth and a More Photogenic Smile
posted: Jun. 12, 2021.
Here's a bit of magic: Hold your smart phone camera in front of someone and say, "Cheese!" More times than not, they'll break into a smile. No one knows Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
This One Cosmetic Method Could Improve a Multiple of Tooth Flaws
posted: Jun. 02, 2021.
You could have an unattractive smile because of a chipped tooth or one slightly out of alignment. Or, it could be both of the above, plus some heavy staining Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Protect Your Teeth and Gums During Physical Activities
posted: May 23, 2021.
As part of his "New Frontier," President Kennedy greatly expanded the President's Council on Physical Fitness. Sixty years later, it's still going strong—now as the President's Council on Sports, Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
posted: May 13, 2021.
The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
A Bonded Retainer - Another Option for Keeping Your New, Straight Smile
posted: May 03, 2021.
For some, the excitement over their braces coming off gets dampened a bit with the prospect of now having to wear a retainer. But it has to be—newly realigned Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Throw Away Your Used Toothbrush - Repurpose It!
posted: Apr. 23, 2021.
From a dentist's perspective, toothbrushes have a limited lifespan: Bristles can fray after months of use, rendering them less effective in removing harmful dental plaque. The American Dental Association Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Knowing How the Mouth and Face Grow Can Improve Bite Treatment
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.
Correcting a bite problem involves more than applying braces. Orthodontists must consider a wide range of factors, including the type of bite problem involved, complications like impacted or missing Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media Read moreCategory: Oral Health