Cromer & Cairns Blog

Maybe you’ve been willfully ignoring how ice cream might affect your teeth, or maybe you have a suspicion and are afraid to confirm it. Either way, it’s time to face the facts: this summer favorite isn’t the best treat for your teeth. However, that doesn’t mean you have to give it up entirely! Keep reading to get the scoop so you can enjoy your favorite flavor in peace.

While dentures and dental bridges can be excellent ways to restore a smile after tooth loss, they do not address many of the underlying issues that come with missing teeth. Even after receiving one of these appliances, the jawbones will still atrophy due to the loss of the exercise that was provided by the missing teeth. These tooth-loss solutions must also be replaced periodically, and the cost of new appliances can add up over time.

Dental implants, on the other hand, restore the stimulation the jawbones need to stay healthy and strong and can last for thirty-five years or possibly a lifetime with excellent care. Here’s how dental implants can help you maintain a youthful and vigorous appearance.

If you’re an athlete, you’re probably used to thinking about how your passion affects your body, and how you can manage your health to achieve the best performance possible. However, you might not be aware that athletes often have unique challenges to their oral health as well.

For example, if you’re a swimmer, you might have heard that spending too much time in the pool could cause problems for your smile. Here’s what you should know about the relationship between swimming and your oral health.

Everyone develops wrinkles as they age, but that doesn’t mean that there’s nothing you can do about yours. There are a variety of treatments available that may help to keep your skin looking great, and many people have used dermal fillers to achieve skin that looks younger and fuller. However, many people have heard a few popular falsehoods about dermal fillers that might give them the wrong idea of how they work. Here’s a brief list of common misconceptions about dermal fillers as well as the truth about these treatments.

BOTOX is a popular solution to combat signs of aging. You don’t have to be a movie star or celebrity to benefit from the cosmetic injections. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 7 million BOTOX injections are administered every year. That number is on the rise as people search for non-surgical solutions to maintain a youthful appearance. Adults of all ages are investing in BOTOX to treat wrinkles and fine lines. Although you might think you have to be in your 40s, 50s, or 60s, to benefit from treatments, many people in their 20s are using BOTOX to prevent wrinkles. If you’re a younger adult, here’s what you need to know to determine if BOTOX is right for you.

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Are you worried about your dental crown procedure? Getting a crown is a common treatment to restore the shape, size, and strength of a tooth while improving its appearance. However, many patients, especially those with dental anxiety, wonder if the process of getting dental crowns is painful.

If this sounds like where your thinking is right now, continue reading. You’ll learn more about dental crown treatment and ease your mind.

Thinking about improving the aesthetics of your face with dermal filler treatment? Before you take the plunge, it’s important to prepare yourself adequately to ensure the best results possible. Taking certain steps and avoiding others can make all the difference in the outcome of your procedure.

If you want to learn what you should, or shouldn’t do before dermal filler treatment, continue reading.

Following the hustle and bustle of the holidays, individuals often find a moment to exhale. While it’s an opportune time to catch up on shows, delve into a good book, or simply unwind after months of hosting, cleaning, and cooking, it’s also an ideal moment to set up an appointment with your dentist. Continue reading to discover four compelling reasons why scheduling your dental checkup early in the year is a wise decision.

Thanksgiving is a time to make warm memories with friends and loved ones captured through home videos and photos, but your stained smile from eating foods like cranberry sauce is the last memory you want to memorialize! You may be surprised to know that there are three popular celebratory foods that can lead to dental staining, ruining your holiday photos. Read on to learn what they are and how you can keep your smile bright and healthy-looking during Thanksgiving.

BOTOX and dermal fillers rank amongst the most popular elective services and for good reasons. They are a nonsurgical solution to reverse the signs of aging. While you might think you must see a physician or plastic surgeon to benefit from them, you can also visit your dentist. Although they primarily focus on your dental health, here are a few advantages of choosing a dentist for dermal fillers and BOTOX.

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