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Cosmetic Dentistry can Benefit Your Health and Success

Our mouth can say a lot about our health and how well we take care of ourselves. When you smile, what do your teeth say about you? They should show everyone that you take great pride in your appearance and personal hygiene. If your teeth don’t represent you the way you want them to, it’s time to take action.

Cosmetic dentistry is a type of dental care that focuses on the aesthetics of the teeth as well as their functionality. Most people see cosmetic dental care as just teeth whitening, some cosmetic procedures can actually help prevent you from causing further damage to your teeth. It can cover the flaws in cracks, gaps, and broken teeth. Cosmetic dentistry plays a key role in improving the appearance and confidence of people in all forms of life.
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What are the Uses for Botox in Dentistry?

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Botox has been primarily used as a cosmetic treatment for wrinkles and lines on the face. However, the botulinum toxin that Botox is derived from actually has a long history of medically therapeutic uses.

Largely due to its minimally invasive nature, the use of Botox in dentistry is expanding to treat dental conditions like high lip lines, Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, Bruxism, dentures no longer fitting due to shifting jaw muscles, and more. Continue reading to find out the requirements a dental practice must meet in order to use Botox.

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What Is Cosmetic Dentistry and How Can Westend Help?

Ask individuals to explain which procedures qualify as cosmetic dentistry, and you might be surprised by the breadth of answers you’d get. Some would highlight surgical procedures such as tooth implants or gum lifts. Others might draw attention to relatively simple treatments such whitening or straightening. Continue reading “What Is Cosmetic Dentistry and How Can Westend Help?”

Understanding Gum Recession

Receding gums tend to sneak up on you. Few dental patients simply wake up one morning and notice a frighteningly long length of tooth extruding from their mouths. Instead, year after year of changing bodies and sometimes poor habits take their toll. Gaps start to form where healthy tissue once was, and cumulative health impacts slowly start to add up. But what exactly is gum recession? How many people deal with it? And what steps can you take to treat and prevent its insidious onset?  Continue reading “Understanding Gum Recession”

Dental Care During Pregnancy

Pregnancy is an exhilarating time, filled with excitement and preparation for your new baby. Taking care of our teeth while pregnant can often be the very last thing on our minds and most of us have no idea just how important it is! Both for you and the new baby, maintaining optimum oral health during pregnancy is a must! Continue reading “Dental Care During Pregnancy”

Proper Care for Your Invisalign Retainer

The time, care, and money you invest in your Invisalign aligners will pay off over a lifetime. For best results, you need to take care of your teeth and your aligners daily. Some patients are careless with their Invisalign trays, resulting in expensive replacements or a less than desired experience. Here are some tips for caring for your Invisalign trays to help you achieve a beautiful smile. Continue reading “Proper Care for Your Invisalign Retainer”

Should You Opt-In or Out of Fluoride Treatments?

You have probably heard that fluoride is beneficial to building strong teeth and preventing cavities, but you may not understand how it works or when to use it. Within this article, we’ll explore the benefits of fluoride and how to use it to improve your family’s oral health. Continue reading “Should You Opt-In or Out of Fluoride Treatments?”

Invisalign 101 – The Easy Way to a Perfect Smile

Most adults want perfectly aligned teeth, but they are hesitant to commit to years of wearing metal braces. Westend dental is your Chicago dentist to ask about questions concerning using the Invisalign system to align your teeth. Invisalign offers an excellent solution without changing the overall appearance of the face in the meantime.  Continue reading “Invisalign 101 – The Easy Way to a Perfect Smile”

Flossing Recommendations for a Healthy Mouth

Is flossing really necessary? So many people skip flossing on occasion or altogether and recent news reports have cast some doubts on the value of flossing. So, we thought it a good time to address this question here. We believe that flossing is a vital step to a healthy mouth and it is often overlooked. Taking a few extra minutes every day to make sure your mouth is completely clean is worth the effort. Continue reading “Flossing Recommendations for a Healthy Mouth”