Many people believe that fixing their smile will improve their appearance and self-esteem. While that's true, it's not the only reason to correct the problem. Misaligned teeth are more than a cosmetic issue. They could lead to other, potentially serious, health problems. Getting misaligned teeth fixed won't just improve your smile; it could protect your...
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How To End Your TMJ Headache?
An unpleasant and sometimes life-limiting condition called temporomandibular disorder, often abbreviated as TMD, can produce a disconcerting symptom called a TMJ headache. Sometimes patients don’t even realize that the headache is caused by TMD. They just know they keep experiencing headaches. Your Sky Dental Phoenix dentist and TMJ specialist wants you to realize that an...
Teeth Bleaching Dos And Don'ts
Many people dream of having a set of shiny, white teeth. Such attributes often indicate a clean healthy mouth. Moreover, a handsome smile improves your general appearance. Your Phoenix dentist would like to stress that this dream could become reality through a process known as teeth bleaching. That said, this same oral care provider cautions...
Cosmetic Dentistry for Seniors
Did you know seniors are the fastest growing U.S. population segment? The population of people in the country aged 65 and older will increase from 35 million to 96 million by 2060 making up a quarter of the overall population. Cosmetic dentistry for seniors is a growing industry since not only will there be more...
Smile Makeover: Braces Options for Adults
You may have reached a time in life where you want to do something special for yourself. Maybe it's something you have waited on while climbing up a corporate ladder or taking care of your family. One option is a smile makeover! Many professionals are deciding now is the time to invest in their smile...
Tooth Discoloration: Teeth Whitening Options
It will come as no surprise to most adults that a recent survey showed 80 percent of Americans aged 18 to 49 want whiter teeth. Annually Americans spend more than one billion dollars on over-the-counter teeth whitening products according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Anyone can whiten their teeth at home but this...
Make Sure Your Smile is Ready for a Good First Impression
There are many times in life when you want to make a good first impression. It might be for a job interview, meeting your fiance’s parents, or attending a new church. You prepare by thinking about what you will wear, what you will talk about and how you will look. Often your best impression is...
Dental Anxiety: How to Overcome Your Fears
Going to the dentist causes many people to have a moment of panic. However, if you are truly scared or if you are so nervous that you refuse to go, it is important to recognize that you have genuine dental anxiety. This may be due to fear of pain or concern over the outcome of...
Before and After: Cosmetic Teeth Bonding
Did you know that investing in your teeth and smile can positively affect not only your social life, but professional one as well? At Sky Dental, our capable Arizona cosmetic dentists have the skills to offer you an improved smile with cosmetic teeth bonding and more. A Penn State University study from about ten years...
Reasons Your Dentist May Recommend A Crown
Dental Crowns are quite common, but despite this, many people don’t know what a crown is or why a dentist would recommend it. A crown is a cap to cover a damaged tooth, and it can extend the tooth’s life for years. In addition to repair, a dental crown may be used for cosmetic dentistry....