Meadowbrook Dentistry Blog

For most adults, drinking a morning cup of joe or stopping by their local coffee shop for an iced latte has become an integral part of their daily routine. Although it’s energizing and might be a crucial step in getting ready for the day, have you ever thought about how all that coffee is affecting your dental health? With National Coffee Day approaching on September 29^th, here are some tips to help you celebrate while keeping your smile healthy.

With Covid-19 vaccination rates rising and the summer sun shining brightly, millions of people are making travel plans for the next few months. If you’re one of them, chances are you couldn’t be more excited to get away for a while. However, if your trip involves flying, you might be a bit nervous. Going through airport security is already stressful, but you haven’t traveled by plane since you replaced your teeth with dental implants. Will dental implants set off metal detectors and make things awkward? More often than not, the answer is no.

If you’re looking for the best way to replace your missing teeth, there’s no better option than dental implants. This state-of-the-art treatment is the only one that replaces missing teeth both above and below the gumline for unmatched comfort, stability, and function. While dental implants in Plainview require a longer, more involved process than getting dentures or dental bridges, their potential to improve your quality of life make them well worth the effort. If you’ve been considering replacing your missing teeth with dental implants, there’s no better time to start! Read on to find out why summer is the perfect season for getting dental implants.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect opportunity to give your smile a makeover, this is it! Summer is your chance to give your confidence a boost with teeth whitening. A professional whitening system can get your teeth up to 8 shades brighter. Here are 5 great reasons to take a break from the pool to head to your cosmetic dentist for a whitening treatment.

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At long last, summer is almost here. If you’re fully vaccinated, you’re probably itching to spend time outside with loves ones, especially since you didn’t get to last year. However, chances are everyone will be taking pictures, and if you’re self-conscious about your stained or crooked teeth, you might be scared of your dental flaws being preserved in photos. That’s where cosmetic dentistry can be a huge help! Here are three ways that your cosmetic dentist can give you picture-perfect smile this summer.

With the spring season here, there are a host of events taking place. Maybe you’re preparing for a wedding, job interview or reunion and desire to display an “award-winning” smile. If you’re considering teeth whitening, you may be wondering, “how close to an event should I whiten?” Keep reading to get the answer!

Cosmetic dentistry is very common amongst the A-listers of the world. After all, when you are in front of a camera and blown up on a big theater screen all the time, you want to look your best. However, there is still a misconception out there that cosmetic dentistry is something that is pretty much just for the stars. The truth is that anyone can benefit from cosmetic dental treatments. Continue reading to learn about all of the different issues that it can solve.

Hearts have a very important role this month. Not only are they important Valentine’s Day décor, but February is also Heart Health Month. A healthy diet and exercise are important to your heart health, but did you know that your dental health can affect your heart as well? Below, you will find out why your oral hygiene and habits are getting a little bit more attention this month and what you can do to keep heart health risks at bay.

If you’re looking for a safe, minimally-invasive, and cost-effective cosmetic solution to repair minor tooth imperfections, you’ll be pleased to learn that direct bonding might be the right option for you. Requiring only one visit to complete, the color-matched, composite resin used is easily shaped and sculpted directly onto the surface of your tooth, blending in seamlessly and creating a pleasing aesthetic. Read on to discover how cosmetic dental treatments like direct bonding can give you the smile you desire quickly and more affordably.

At long last, the holiday season is finally here! If you’re like most parents, you’ve spent most of 2020 trying to keep your kids as healthy as possible. As a result, you’re hesitant to fill their stocking with candy like you’ve done in years past. While they might taste great, they could cause your little one to have to spend the new year in their dentist’s office getting cavities treated. To keep your child’s pearly whites healthy, here are four suggestions for smile-friendly stocking stuffers that they can’t help but love.