Willow Run Dental Blog

Veneers are one of the most durable cosmetic dental treatments. In fact, they can last for 15 – 20 years or longer! Of course, you can only expect them to live up to that potential if you do your best to take care of them. What are some things you can do to make your veneers last as long as possible? This blog post provides some useful tips.

Veneers are a premium cosmetic dentistry treatment that can hide a broad range of aesthetic imperfections. For example, they could be perfect for you if you have chipped teeth, discoloration, or minor spacing issues. But still, you may hesitate to get them because you are concerned that they might make you miss out on your favorite foods. How will veneers affect your diet? This blog post provides some helpful information.

Summer is a delightful season. Whether you have big vacation plans, or you simply want to stay close to home and enjoy the beautiful sunshine, you should have a bright and confident smile that complements your lovely surroundings. But what if you are not completely satisfied with the way your teeth look? Your dentist is ready to help. Continue reading to learn about three cosmetic dental treatments that are perfect for achieving a brilliant summer smile.

If there are any details about the appearance of your teeth that bother you, you might have thought about undergoing cosmetic dentistry treatments. However, you might be reluctant because you have heard some negative, off-putting ideas about such services. Are those notions really true? In many cases, they are not. This blog post reveals the truth behind 5 popular myths about cosmetic dentistry.

Cosmetic dentistry can powerfully change the appearance of your smile. For many people, it is just what they need to discover new confidence and put a spring in their step. Before you spend money on treatment, though, you might wonder how long your results will last. Will they endure long enough for your investment to be truly worth it? Continue reading to discover some realistic and practical information.

In addition to having misaligned teeth, many people also have some form of malocclusion (bad bite), such as an overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite. If that is true of you, you might have questions about your treatment options. Do you need to get traditional metal braces, or can Invisalign clear aligners help you achieve a healthier, more attractive smile? In many cases, Invisalign is a great solution for bite problems! This blog post discusses how it can work to move you toward your oral health goals.

Invisalign is one of the most popular orthodontic treatments because it can straighten teeth without the use of metal brackets and wires. It uses custom-made aligners that surround the teeth and apply gentle pressure in order to move them. Still, that may raise some questions. For example, since the aligners place a barrier around teeth, is it still possible to get cavities during Invisalign treatment? This blog post provides important information.

Invisalign can take several months to a year or longer to straighten your teeth. If you are approaching the end of your treatment, you can look forward to enjoying a beautiful, healthier smile! However, even after you finish using your aligners, you will still have a bit of work to do. You will need to use a retainer in order to maintain your results. Exactly how long should you wear a retainer after Invisalign? This blog post provides some important information.

In these turbulent economic times, you may be constantly on the lookout for ways to save money. For example, you may eat out less often and be more selective about luxury purchases. You might even be thinking about cancelling your dental insurance policy. But that would not be wise. In fact, if you use your insurance, it can be more than worth the money. How is that the case? This blog post explains.

Taking care of your oral health is important, but so is managing your budget. In order to accomplish both, you might be thinking about buying a dental insurance policy or a dental discount plan. But which option is better? Both have their pros and cons. Read this blog post to discover an overview of each; hopefully, it will help you decide which provision is a better fit for your family.