Do you wish your teeth were whiter? What influences tooth color, and what can be done to improve it? Our dentists have the answer.
How White Are Your Teeth?
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Teeth Whitening That Works!
Many people end up disappointed in DIY tooth whitening products. Don’t waste your money on stuff that doesn’t get the job done to your satisfaction! We have an effective and affordable solution.
The Last Straw?
The American diet offers an amazing variety of tastes, textures and combinations. When it comes to foods, we repeatedly discover berries, greens, roots or spices to give our tongues an endless adventure! In our culinary explorations, we’ve found ways to add many of...
Questionable Toothpaste Alternatives
Charcoal or Baking Soda for Whiter Teeth? In the search for alternatives to traditional methods, many people look for options to supplement or even replace common dental tools and products. In recent years, reports have come through saying that you can whiten your...
Teeth Staining Culprits
Americans of all ages and backgrounds appreciate white teeth. A smiling row of white teeth light up a room, seal the deal, win over an interviewer, or open the way for a second date. Yet, do you find that even with a strong routine of oral hygiene — including brushing...
Yellow Teeth and Oral Health
Making teeth whiter is a big industry today! Aside from other dental products and services, people spend billions of dollars annually trying to get a pearly white smile. One of the main reasons people whiten their teeth is because they feel it “looks better than...
Sparkling Water and Your Teeth
Earlier, we posted an article about drinks that could cause your teeth to yellow, discussing how certain stained beverages affect the color of your teeth. Some of our Placerville dental patients have also asked about sparkling water. Most types of sparkling water have...
Affordable Cosmetic Dentistry
When you think of the term “cosmetic dentistry,” affordability doesn't usually come to mind. Many think cosmetic dentistry is for the rich and famous, and in some extreme cases this is true. But there are also surprisingly affordable treatments to create the smile...
Springtime Dental Makeover
Spring is here early, but lets hope our Placerville area receives more rain along with the warming temperatures! Many people associate spring time with renewal, a time to get organized and start planning for summer. In March there's plenty of time to get ready for...
Caring for Our Placerville Dental Patients
We all want to look and feel our best, especially when it comes to our appearance, but it can be a challenge sometimes. Working, taking care of children and the daily grind makes it hard for some to visit the dentist and maintain their dental health. So what are some...
Clear Coffee to Keep Your Teeth White
Coffee can be clear now? Yes, and it is advertised as a way to keep your smile white. The manufacturer says on their website: “CLEAR COFFEE is the first colorless coffee drink in the World...produced by methods which have never been used before....If you are looking...
A Whiter Smile Is Possible!
So many photos get taken during the holidays! And now with apps and websites like Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat, people are sharing them instantly around the world. Have you ever looked at friends or seen photos of others and questioned why their smile is so bright...
Make 2016 Your Best Dental Year!
A new year is here and in January your Placerville dentists have a few recommendations for keeping your teeth healthy in 2016. We believe our patients benefit tremendously from following these simple, yet important recommendations. Brush your teeth twice a day for two...
Avoiding Antibiotic Tooth Stains
Tetracycline is a broad form of antibiotic, used to treat a wide variety of infections. Unfortunately, one of tetracycline's potential side effects is to stain teeth. Even if you are prescribed this antibiotic, it is possible to avoid tooth stains, as our Placerville...
The Truth About Whitening
What Works and What Doesn't Our dentists at the Placerville Dental Group want to provide you with some information on the topic of tooth whitening. It's important to have the facts from a professional source, because frankly, there are so many inaccuracies out there...