D'Andrea and Pantera Family & Cosmetic Blog

It’s generally accepted that if a child regularly participates in sports, contact or otherwise, they should always wear a mouthguard in order to protect their teeth. This is a no-brainer. However, did you know that a mouthguard, especially a custom-made one supplied by your dentist in Hamden, can do so much more than simply keep your child’s smile safe? Today, the team at D’Andrea & Pantera DMD discuss the little known benefits of wearing a mouthguard and how they can have huge impact on you and your child’s lives both on and off the field. (more…)

Wow! Summer sure went by fast, right? It seems like a little while ago you were just getting used to those lazy summer days, but now it’s full speed ahead to get your child organized for the first day of school. While you’re picking up their school supplies and buying new clothes, it’s also a great idea to schedule an appointment with your children’s dentist. It’s the perfect way to make sure they get a strong start to the new year. (more…)

You’re meeting up with some of your friends later tonight, and you know one of them is definitely going to take pictures the entire evening. Seeing as how they’ll inevitably end up on the internet for everyone to see, you have some work to do. You see, you really don’t like how your smile looks. Some teeth are chipped, cracked, and you even have a few noticeable gaps. You’re extremely self-conscious about it, so you’re practicing smiling without showing your teeth. Wouldn’t it be great if this was the LAST thing on your mind? What if you could just smile and know you looked fantastic? If your teeth have multiple cosmetic flaws you’d like to get rid of, porcelain veneers could be exactly what you need. Of course, this brings up obvious questions: What are they? Are they right for you? How do you actually get them?

Today, we’re going to answer these questions and more so you can know precisely how to get your dream smile.

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A stunning, elegant white gown, pearly white veil, and….yellowed teeth? Not too many brides can picture themselves walking down the aisle like that. When women picture their wedding day, it’s usually a day that you’ll never forget. Quite literally, lots of pictures will be taken to keep those memories at the forefront of your mind. The last thing you want ruining your wedding picture is an unsightly, dark smile! Your cosmetic dentist in Hamden wants to make your lifelong memories enjoyable. We have a couple whitening options to help brighten our local bride’s wedding day at half price!

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