Tooth loss is not as common as it once was, but that does not mean it is no longer a major concern. Details from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons tells us that . . . Nearly 70% of adults between 35 and 44 years of age have experienced some degree of tooth…
Your smile should be a work of pure beauty. Many people achieve this ideal by undergoing cosmetic dental treatments such as teeth whitening or porcelain veneers. The last thing you would want is to create a Beauty and the Beast scenario in your mouth! For that reason, it is important that you remain cognizant of…
Snoring. It’s a nasty little habit that millions of people do each night. Much of the time, snoring is perceived as an annoyance. However, there may be much more to this pesky problem than meets the eye, or the nose. In our Atlanta dental office, we help patients address the issue of snoring caused by…
Cosmetic dentistry may not be a formal dental specialty, but it is an area of care that is popular among adults of all ages. The training and education that go into building an outstanding reputation as a cosmetic dentist are extensive, especially for dentists who strive for excellence through appropriate certifications. Atlanta cosmetic dentist Dr.…
The smiles that you admire were most likely made to look the way they do. It is rare to meet a person whose teeth are brilliantly white, perfectly straight, and shaped in such a way that the face is in total harmony. These nuances of a gorgeous smile are not always handed out by Mother…
Historically, the path to a straight, healthy smile meant time behind bars. Brackets is more like it, but the frustrations and discomfort associated with braces have been described as some sentence for punishment. Yes, the result from orthodontic treatment is the prize – and quite the prize it is to have a more attractive smile!…
When you smile, you are putting yourself right out there for all the world to see. Ok, it’s just the person or people in front of you at any given moment, but smiling can feel somewhat vulnerable. Do your teeth look good? Did you get all the spinach from your salad out? Does your smile…
Usually, we think of Q & A as a time for patients to ask us questions. Today, we are turning the table. We want to let you see how much you know about a few common dental conditions or procedures! Take our short quiz to assess your Dental IQ. What is your Dental IQ? True…
For many, many years, the gold standards in tooth replacement have been to bridge gaps and restore full arches with dental bridges and dentures. These over-the-gums fixtures reinstate the natural appearance of the smile, and they facilitate chewing. However, recent advances are changing the game of tooth replacement, and it pays to pay attention. The…
Teeth whitening has maintained a stellar reputation throughout its history within cosmetic dentistry. In fact, the strong desire that most people share a radiant smile has brought about a substantial amount of commercial methods for correcting discoloration. Patients of Atlanta accredited cosmetic dentist Dr. Flax benefit from an extraordinarily high level of training, as well…
