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Your Cosmetic Dentist in Naples Says Porcelain Veneers to the Rescue!

August 4, 2018

woman smiling with perfect teethStudies show that one-third of the new people you meet will evaluate the appearance of your teeth before anything else. Thus, if you have smile flaws, they could have an impact on the type of first impression you make. One of the ways to get the smile of your dreams and be confident when you encounter people is with porcelain veneers. As you read on, your cosmetic dentist in Naples will help you determine if this is the best route for you.

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A Guide to When to Get Dentures and the Different Types

June 1, 2018

For a lot of people, they will eventually need dentures, even if they’ve been taking care of their teeth regularly. It isn’t always obvious when dentures are going to be needed. However, it’s easy to know that it’s time by understanding the signs that it’s time you should consider them and listening to the recommendations from your dentist that they give you during checkups and consultations. Learning the options that you have will help you with knowing what you should expect and make the right decisions.
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Oral Cancer Screenings – How Often Should You Have One?

May 3, 2018

When you think about going to your dentist, chances are that you are worried that your dentist is going to find cavities. However, that’s not the worst thing that your dentist might find in your mouth. A lot of Americans already have or are in the beginning stages of oral cancer. This often is a surprise to them until their dentist sees it during their check-up.
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5 Reasons People Get Dental Veneers

April 10, 2018

If you have a smile of which you’re not proud, one thing you might consider is having veneers put on your teeth. Below are some of the advantages of dental veneers and what they can do to help you with your smile.
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6 Common Cosmetic Dental Procedures and Their Costs

March 1, 2018

One of the first things that people notice about you is your smile. If you have a smile that you’re embarrassed about, there are things that you can do to help your smile look better. Below are an explanation of the cosmetic dental procedures and what they cost.
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Why Regular Dental Cleanings Are Important

February 1, 2018

Going to the dentist isn’t fun but there are a lot of good reasons why you want to go to your dentist on a regular basis. Below are six reasons why you want to go the dentist regularly to have your teeth cleaned.
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6 Reasons to Choose Invisalign Over Traditional Braces

January 1, 2018

A lot of people have crooked teeth and they want to have them fixed. Years ago, getting fitted for braces was the only option for straightening teeth. But that is not the case anymore. One of the best ways that you can straighten your teeth is through Invisalign. But are they really better? Below are some of the advantages that you’ll find that Invisalign have over using braces.
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A Guide to the Different Types of Fillings

December 1, 2017

When you are going to the dentist, chances are that you’re going to need a filling at some point. So below is an explanation of the different types of filling materials and their advantages and disadvantages.
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Do My Wisdom Teeth Need to Come Out?

November 1, 2017

A lot of people know that it’s common to have your wisdom teeth extracted. But is it always necessary? Contrary to popular belief, it’s not always a necessary procedure to have your wisdom teeth extracted. Below we’ll look at some of the reasons why it’s a good idea to have the procedure done and what some of the indications are that you may need to have it done in the future.
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4 Ways to Naturally Whiten Your Teeth

October 1, 2017

There are a lot of people who wish that their teeth were whiter. There are also a lot of expensive products on the market that you can buy that will help whiten your teeth. But did you know that there are things that you can do yourself to help whiten your teeth, using things that are already in your house? Below are some of the things that you can do to help your teeth look whiter.
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