What Makes The Narwhals Tooth So Sensitive?
Narwhals, the mysterious arctic whales with a long horn like a unicorn, are in the news again as several people were recently charged with smuggling narwhal horns, which may be worth $30,000 or more [...]
5 Reasons Teens Love Invisalign
With summer already half over, many teens are already thinking about going back to school or starting college. However, just because school is starting soon doesn’t mean that there’s any reason to delay orthodontic [...]
Can Xylitol Really Prevent Cavities?
Although many people view them as minor problems, cavities are actually quite serious. Besides causing sensitivity, they promote tooth decay and infections that can result in tooth loss and costly restorative treatments. To prevent [...]
The Pros and Cons of Invisalign
If you find yourself debating whether Invisalign is right for you or not, you’re not alone. There are lots of orthodontic treatments available today and with at least a 6-month commitment depending on your [...]
Common Causes of Toothaches
Tooth pain can disrupt your entire day. It changes what you eat, disturbs sleep, and can even take a bite out of your focus. Many people prefer to wait and see if the toothache [...]
Bad Breath Behind Your Face Mask? 9 Causes
Now that most people are required to wear masks in their daily life, some may have noticed that they don’t have the freshest breath. If there’s any upside to wearing a mask, it’s that [...]
Missing Teeth Linked to Dementia
Missing teeth can make life difficult in many ways. Not only does tooth loss increase the risk of , it makes us less attractive, while also making it harder to eat. Sadly, this latter [...]
5 Habits for Healthy Teeth
Although you can still visit us at Collins Dentistry & Aesthetics for care, we highly recommend our patients take their oral health as seriously as possible so they can prevent problems from occurring. Establishing healthy [...]
The Cost of Teeth Whitening
We’ve all seen the commercials and browsed the shelves of our local grocery stores looking at the variety of teeth whitening products that are available to us. From toothpaste to mouthwashes, whitening strips and gels, [...]
What Type of Mouthguard Do I Need?
At Collins Dentistry and Aesthetics, we can’t stress how important preventive dentistry is to our patients. With the right preventive steps and procedures, patients can set themselves up for a healthy smile for life. One [...]
