There is no teeth whitening as effective as the professional whitening you’ll get at Decatur Smiles in Decatur AL. But the results of any whitening depends in part on the types of stains being treated. Extrinsic tooth stains are the least complicated to remove. These surface stains have not yet penetrated through the enamel into …
What does it take to really change the way you look? Long hours at the gym? Expensive trips to the most cutting-edge salon in the Decatur AL area? What about a trip to Decatur Smiles for teeth whitening? You may not love going to the dentist, but you will love the results when we help …
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings at Decatur Smiles are critical for ideal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. It could be a symptom of gum disease. If your gums bleed for a day or two after your appointment, you don’t need to be concerned. …
Body piercings are a common form of self-expression. This post from your Decatur dentist is for those who currently have an oral piercing or are considering one. Since this is a dental blog, you may expect the Decatur Smiles team to raise all sorts of alarms about the dangers of piercings. You’re right. Unfortunately, these …
Today’s Decatur Smiles article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Decatur Diabetics.’ Many Decatur people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease and tooth loss are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many Decatur dentists have noticed no increased …
At Decatur Smiles, everything we do is for the benefit of our valued patients. We are devoted to providing quality, compassionate dentistry tailored to each patient’s needs. We know that optimum oral health is an essential element of comprehensive physical health, and that the best dentists do more than just “drill and fill.” Like your …
With the constant media coverage of celebrities, many Decatur dental patients are interested in having a smile like the stars. With Decatur Smiles and the right smile makeover procedures, anyone can have a smile they want to show off. Many smile makeovers include teeth whitening. There are a variety of ways this can be done. …
When it comes to oral cancer mortality rates, Decatur Smiles reminds you that two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that start in the mouth (or …
You would never consider running a red light on a busy Decatur street or crossing over a lane of orange construction cones on the freeway, but the team at Decatur Smiles reminds you that you might be doing some everyday things that are dicey for your oral health. Crunching ice between your teeth might be …
Today in our Decatur Smiles blog we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible. One of the most important habits Decatur residents can form is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses. The best way …
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