Once you achieve that blinding, celebrity smile after a teeth whitening treatment, you’re going to want to maintain it!

Most people know of the food and drinks that cause dental staining, but do you know which common foods can actually help whiten your teeth over time? Here are five foods you should include in your diet to keep your grin bright.

If you want to save money, you have likely tried a variety of DIY projects. There are a plethora of videos and how-to guides online, from home renovations and beauty hacks to teeth whitening techniques. While some do-it-yourself projects can be effective, when it comes to your teeth and gums, it’s best to leave it to the professionals. Despite trending home remedies for DIY teeth whitening, your dentist advises against them. Here are 4 home whitening methods that claim to be safe but have hidden dangers for your smile.

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When you go to the dentist, you probably aren’t usually thinking about just how much work your dental assistant puts into your experience. However, they do a lot more than you probably know around the practice just to ensure that your experience is as positive as possible. Since the first week of March is Dental Assistant Recognition Week, this is a great time to learn more about the different job responsibilities of your dental assistant so you know how much you should appreciate them each time you come into the office.

Your teeth can last for a lifetime with the right care over the years. You might think your toothbrush and floss are enough to keep your smile healthy, but the American Dental Association recommends everyone over the age of 2 visits their dentist at least twice a year for a cleaning and checkup. Unfortunately, 42% of Americans don’t see a dentist often enough. Although there are various reasons people delay their appointments, it’s often because they don’t have insurance. In fact, 37 million people in the United States don’t have the dental coverage they need. Don’t have insurance? No problem! You can still see a dentist with no insurance when choosing White Cosmetic & Family Dentistry. We will help you get the services you need without breaking the bank.

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Valentine’s Day gives you and your significant other a chance to cherish and celebrate the love you’ve developed for one another. While everyone has their own way of showing that love, Dr. Brandon and Julia White get to celebrate it just about every day at their office! As a way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, we’d like to highlight the ways that you can show love for your (or your valentine’s) smile as well as tell the story of how dentistry brought your hard-working dentists together!

As we continue to get settled into the new year, many people are already starting to drop the new year’s resolutions they made just a few weeks ago. It’s difficult to make big changes, after all — unless you have someone to help you along the way. 

It’s that time of year when sweets abound, and you and your family are preparing for an influx of family and friends. As joy, happiness, and maybe even some chaos fills the air, it’s important that you take time to focus on yourself and how you can ensure your oral health remains in tip-top shape throughout the holiday season. To help you do just that, let a dentist near Bedford share 4 healthy holiday tips to keep your smile looking its best.

Dr. Hendricksen spent years establishing trusting relationships with members of our community. He helped our practice earn a solid reputation as a reliable dentist in Goode, and the practice’s new owners, Drs. Brandon and Julia White, intend to continue that legacy. Would you like to learn more about the White Family? You can get to know the basics as you read the information below.

Halloween is a time for dressing up and scaring your friends and family, but it also kicks off a season of extreme sugar consumption. While enjoying a few sweet treats in moderation is fine, you must remember that it doesn’t take much to start the process of developing tooth decay. In order to prevent this from happening to your child, your dentist shares ways to protect their teeth during this spooky and exciting holiday.

Have you ever chipped a tooth? If you haven’t, you’re lucky! Chipped teeth are a common dental injury that can occur from sports, a simple fall, or even plain old eating. Some fractures can be painful, while others you may not even be able to feel. Either way, chipped teeth tend to cause panic, so it’s important you know what to do in case of a dental disaster. Keep reading to learn the best steps you can take after chipping a tooth and the treatments you may need from your emergency dentist.