Juniper Dental Blog

If you’re considering a smile makeover, you probably have a lot on your mind – after all, given that your smile is often the first feature that strangers will notice about you, you should want it to look as fabulous as possible! That said, it’s not always easy to organize your thoughts and ensure that you’re having all of your questions answered when speaking with your dentist about your future smile. Here are three questions to keep in mind that’ll help guide you throughout the smile makeover process!

As the scent of Autumn fills the air, the countdown begins for the big scare! Whether you’re dressing up as a vampire, werewolf, or zombie for Halloween, you don’t want your smile to look scary afterward! While it’s fun to don fake fangs or creepy makeup, keeping your real teeth healthy, strong, and beautiful is important all year round. If you want some easy tips to maintain a gorgeous grin after fright night, continue reading!

When you imagine perfecting your smile, what do you envision? Perhaps it’s a set of gleaming, brilliantly white teeth. Or maybe there’s a series of small yet annoying flaws you’d like to correct. Picturing yourself with your dream smile is no doubt enjoyable, but what do you see for the process? Is the thought of extensive dental work making you hesitate?

If so, take heart! Cosmetic dentistry has many minimally invasive treatments that can enhance your teeth beautifully and quickly. Keep reading for three examples of easy-breezy cosmetic dental procedures.

A perfectly straight smile is considered a desirable feature, though very few people naturally have one. Many folks are plagued by crooked, gapped, or overcrowded teeth that detract from their appearance. You know that braces could realign your grin, but it’s natural to want to avoid the hassle of having metal brackets bonded to your teeth.

If you’re wondering whether alternative options exist, you’re in luck! Your dentist can provide veneers for the perfect teeth you’ve always dreamed of. Continue reading to learn more about it!

Dentures remain a popular way to rebuild your grin after suffering tooth loss because they restore so much of your ability to speak and eat more efficiently. However, some patients report that they experience a certain loss of taste when wearing their prosthetics, especially if they’re new.

It’s natural to wonder what causes this and whether there’s anything you can do. Continue reading to learn more about 3 potential reasons for fluctuating flavors while eating with dentures!

There’s a strange paradox when it comes to routines. When you’re first trying to implement them, you’re pretty thorough. Maybe you even make a list so you don’t forget the finer details. But as you grow more comfortable and confident with your new habit, it’s easy to breeze past checklists or leave out a step. Over time, these small flubs can become so ingrained that forgetting them is almost part of your routine!

Oral hygiene is no different in that regard. Keep reading to find out if you’re forgetting one of these four basics.

Your oral health is like a window into the rest of your body. Generally, the healthier your mouth is, the better your body will feel overall. However, even if you have an excellent smile and nice pink gums, it pays to be on your guard. But why should you be worried about proactive care? Continue reading to see why catching oral health issues early is so important.