Everyone wants whiter teeth because it gives your face a healthy glow, yet, not everyone knows all the truths about teeth whitening. Before you commit to any whitening regimen, you need to know some of the most common misconceptions about whitening your smile. With a few helpful tips from your Livonia dentist, Dr. James Stewart, you can make an informed decision about teeth whitening before you begin.
The prevalence of extreme makeovers in popular culture, especially on television, has led us to believe that a smile makeover should involve several rather intensive procedures that dramatically alter the appearance of a person’s teeth, gums and lips. In reality, smile makeovers refer to a cosmetic dental treatment plan that can incorporate any number of procedures, both minor and intensive. Dr. James R. Stewart discusses a few conservative treatment options that, when performed as part of a cohesive cosmetic strategy, [...]
Can you believe that, thanks to teeth whitening and porcelain dental crowns, these teeth… …were transformed into these teeth? And that, thanks to porcelain crowns and a partial denture, these teeth… …became these teeth? The above photos are just two examples of the smile makeovers completed by Livonia comprehensive care dentist Dr. James Stewart. Offering general, preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental care to his patients of all ages, Dr. Stewart and our dental care team have seen patients overcome severe [...]
You might not think about Dr. Stewart as an artist, but one look at his smile makeover patients would change that. Dr. Stewart offers general dentistry, children’s dentistry, and even sleep apnea treatment. Many people don’t know that he’s a talented cosmetic dentist, as well. At Dr. Stewart’s Livonia dentist office, you have access to dentist-prescribed teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding, hand crafted porcelain veneers, tooth-colored fillings and crowns, and even full smile makeovers. When you look in the mirror, what’s [...]
We have all done it. You leave your favorite restaurant, finish off the drink and start crunching on the ice. Crushed ice or cubed, we seem to be drawn to the frozen liquid in that cup. The problem you may not realize is that chewing on ice can damage your teeth. Our teeth are covered with enamel, the hardest substance in the body and second hardest natural substance on the earth (next to diamonds). While tooth enamel is very durable, [...]
Caring for patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s can prove challenging. Patients often resist care oral health because they feel threatened. Caring for their oral health can be easier thanks to a group of nurses at Penn State School of Nursing. The nurses developed a plan, Managing Oral Hygiene Using Threat Reduction, to assist caregivers in providing oral hygiene to patients with Alzheimer’s or dementia. The nurses created the plan to reduce threat perception among these patients. They suggest that caregivers [...]
With proper oral hygiene, teeth can last a lifetime. Today, more than ever before, people are keeing their natural teeth throughout life. When it comes to care and maintenance of teeth, here are some interesting dental health facts to keep in mind: 50 percent of people polled state they notice a smile before any other feature . 80 percent of men and women feel guilty when they forget to brush their teeth. However over 75 percent of American adults have [...]
Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8 is set aside to show mothers our love and appreciation. Instead of purchasing a generic card, try a few of these creative ways to say thank you: Start Mom’s special day off with a healthy breakfast in bed: Orange juice 12-grain toast with raspberry preserves Eggs Deli ham Coffee After she’s finished her excellent meal, continue the pampering by preparing a bath with salts, candles, relaxing music, and her favorite book or magazine. Be sure [...]
Saliva plays an important role in maintaining good oral health. It washes away food particles, cleans teeth, and neutralizes harmful acids. Without saliva, the risk of tooth decay and gum disease increases. When your mouth doesn’t produce enough saliva, you suffer from xerostomia or dry mouth. To determine the cause of dry mouth, your dentist will review your health, habits and medication list. Certain prescription and nonprescription medications can dry out your mouth. Some mouth-drying medications are: anti-depressants, antihistamines, decongestants, [...]
Research shows that maintaining proper diet and exercise can increase your overall well-being and life expectancy. Dentists encourage their patients to eat a healthy diet, not only to prevent cavities and gum disease, but also to promote good overall health. Studies show good oral health contributes to good overall health. While the road to better health can seem like an uphill battle, the outcome is the prize. Taking small steps towards a healthy lifestyle will allow you a better opportunity [...]
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