If you are like most web users, you have probably noticed the multitude of ads for ‘free teeth whitening kits’. Some show a ‘real Crestview Hills mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system is the one that ‘Carrollton dentists don’t want you to know about’. Many contain a link…
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Raise Your Dental IQ
Small things can raise your Dental IQ and benefit your smile. One simple lesson involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But, don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. Dental problems occur for patients when the balance of bacteria becomes unhealthy. This is where brushing and flossing come into play. Brush…
Has Your Smile Lost Its Luster?
Hello Burlington! Has your smile lost its luster? Are your teeth discolored? If flashing a pearly white smile is important to you, I can help. My name is Eric Soper and I have been creating whiter, brighter smiles for patients in the Burlington area since 2004 at Pediatric Dental Center. Whether your teeth have been…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
Beautiful Teeth Without Breaking The Bank
At Pediatric Dental Center in Burlington, our smile makeover patients believe that life-changing cosmetic dentistry is a beneficial investment. Indeed, for most people, the value of a healthy, attractive smile cannot be measured in dollars. We recognize, however, that cosmetic dentistry is not cheap. Do you have to spend thousands of dollars to improve your…
Dental Breakthroughs On The Horizon
At Pediatric Dental Center, we use the latest validated dental technology to provide our patients with quality pediatric dentistry. In addition, we keep tabs on the most current dental research that is driving the industry forward. As your child grows, they will see many exciting advancements in dentistry. Here are some of the intriguing dental technologies…
Is Tooth Decay Contagious?
Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria. There are from 200-300 types. But relatively few cause tooth decay. Bacteria that cause decay are in the mutans streptococcus family. The bacteria mix with sugar. This mixture creates a powerful acid. The acid reduces the calcium in tooth enamel. When the bacteria persists on teeth, it…
3 Behind-The-Scenes Dental Advances For Kentucky
Today’s <~URVArticle~ focuses on some nifty dentistry advances that are used behind the scenes to benefit Burlington dentists and dental patients alike. Digital imaging is not just for Instagram, Tumblr, and Pinterest, many cutting-edge Kentucky dental offices use digital X-Rays. Realtime digital images help Cincinnati dentists more easily spot and treat oral problems including emerging…
Is My Child Too Young For Braces?
It can be difficult to know when your youngster might need braces to straighten their teeth, especially because teeth can fall out over a period of years. Oftentimes, not all adult teeth will grow straight and braces will be required to adjust them properly. The ideal time period for your child to get braces is…
Dispelling 6 Common Misconceptions About Wisdom Teeth
What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars in the back of the mouth. It is ordinarily the case that there is not enough room in the mouth for wisdom teeth to develop correctly. When is the right time to get your wisdom teeth removed? First off, it is essential to…
