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Do you dream of having a straighter smile? Maybe you never got braces as a child or you did but your teeth have shifted over time. Here are common myths about straightening your teeth as an adult! Myth #1: Only teens can get their teeth straightened. Orthodontics like braces and Invisalign can resolve alignment issues for both kids […]

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, which means it’s a great time to learn about oral cancer and how to prevent it! According to research, oral cancer makes up 3% of the cancers diagnosed every year in the United States. What Is Oral Cancer? Oral cancer forms anywhere in your mouth, including on your lips, teeth, […]

While our team loves helping patients improve their oral health with our dental services, the main portion of your oral care should be occurring at home between visits. Good oral health habits are essential to your smile and your overall health. Brushing daily is a great place to start when establishing an at-home dental routine. We also […]

If you’re keeping up with your dental appointments, that means you’re coming in every six months of routine teeth cleaning. If everything is looking pretty good, then that type of cleaning should suffice. But if your teeth and gums need a little bit more TLC, it’s possible that your dentist or dental hygienist may suggest […]

Chronic grinding and clenching of your teeth, as you sleep, can cause serious tooth and jaw damage. But how do you know it’s happening? And what can you do about it? Symptoms of Teeth Grinding at Night Your dentist can usually tell if you grind your teeth at night by asking questions about your symptoms […]

Have you ever looked at a celebrity’s smile and wondered what they did to achieve such straight, white teeth? Chances are they had a little help from porcelain veneers. Veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are carefully crafted to mimic the appearance of natural teeth–only better! Porcelain veneers are customized in terms of size, […]

Chronic teeth grinding, which is officially known as bruxism, puts abnormal stress on your teeth and jaw. Grinding your teeth can lead to issues like broken teeth, tooth sensitivity, jaw stiffness, soreness, headaches, facial and neck pain, and an increased risk of tooth decay. Night guards fit over your teeth like retainers as a physical cushion […]

Gum recession is when the gums pull away from the teeth and expose the roots below. More often than not, this recession is a result of gum disease that has occurred because of poor oral hygiene. While receding gums can’t grow back, there are treatments that can prevent additional damage to the gum tissue. Signs […]

There are some sources that claim fluoride is harmful for your teeth, so you may be wondering why dental offices, including Ballston Dental Care, offer fluoride treatments as part of our preventive care services for patients. Let’s take a look at what fluoride treatments are and if they’re safe for you. What Is Fluoride? Fluoride […]

Dental veneers can seem a little bit like magic with how dramatically they can transform a smile! These are super-thin porcelain coverings attached to the front of your teeth. They are a versatile cosmetic enhancement that can hide chips, reshape an uneven smile, close small gaps, and whiten teeth. Since our teeth vary in shades […]