If you are an adult who is considering getting braces, you may have heard of Invisalign, a series of custom plastic aligners used to straighten the teeth. Below are some reasons why Invisalign is so popular with many of our clients! To get Invisalign in James Island or Charleston, make an appointment with us today. They’re Removable If you had...

When we talk about the benefits of cosmetic dentistry, the conversation is usually focused on the teeth themselves: How to make them whiter, straighter, and cleaner. But one oft-overlooked benefit of cosmetic dentistry is that it can also improve your overall facial appearance. Orthodontics, restorations, and straightening methods such as Invisalign can transform the bone structure and subtract years from...

There is one question that we hear a lot from new patients…. “Is a veneer as strong as a crown?” Porcelain veneers were created to provide patients with a conservative alternative to fully crowning teeth. However, the public started hearing about the esthetic benefits of porcelain veneers with a well-publicized television program called “Extreme Makeover”. We utilize porcelain veneers in our...

Teeth whitening is one of the many procedures that can be performed by a cosmetic dentist. One of the reasons that many people today are choosing to get their teeth professionally whitened is because it offers a number of benefits. Below is a list of reasons that people are choosing to get their teeth whitened by a cosmetic dentist: Easy...

Teeth whitening is one of the most important services that are provided by dentists. There are many reasons that teeth should be whitened, ranging from looks to general health. There are some lifestyle factors that can be changed in order to make teeth more white. These include brushing teeth several times a day and avoiding foods that are high in...

Coffee lovers everywhere know just how damaging it can be to your teeth. The acidic nature weakens enamel, and the dark brown color can easily stain teeth. Fortunately, there a few ways to reduce the damaging effects of coffee without having to limit your caffeine intake. Drink Water After Coffee Though brushing your teeth after coffee might be a bad...