D'Andrea and Pantera Family & Cosmetic Blog

If you’ve been wearing Invisalign for a while, then you’re aware of the adjustments you need to make once you begin treatment. The way you look at meals, oral health, and other aspects of your life will likely change. Unfortunately, some people lose track of their Invisalign treatment plan. This can lead to some issues, such as delays or backtracking. To help you get your Invisalign treatment back on track, keep reading for four helpful tips.

The end-of-the-year holidays are always exciting, but each of the celebrations has a hidden cost. Thanksgiving travel costs add up, Christmas means buying gifts, and Halloween takes a toll on your teeth. If you’re a parent, then October is all about managing your child’s sugar intake. You want them to have the best holiday possible, without giving your dentist extra headaches come November. Plus, if we’re being honest, it can be easy for adults to overindulge this time of year too. Fortunately, it only takes a little bit of planning to make sure that your family has a great Halloween without unwanted cavities. Here are three tips to help you do just that.

There’s a saying: “buy nice or buy twice.” You can buy $20 pairs of headphones every month for the rest of your life, or you can buy one $200 set that’ll last for years and sound much better. The same principle applies to dentistry; people who think they’re saving money by avoiding going to the dentist are setting themselves up for needing an expensive procedure down the line. Moreover, if you have dental insurance, the end of the year may be the best time to get your checkup. Here are a few reasons why you should go to the dentist now before problems escalate.

Veneers are a popular way to improve the look of one’s smile without lengthy orthodontic treatments. These thin shells are made from dental-grade porcelain and cover up the front surface of the teeth to make smiles look more uniform. A small amount of enamel is also removed before the veneers are attached. If you’re considering this treatment to give yourself a more gorgeous grin, read on to learn four facts about veneers that you should know.

When you think of a beautiful smile, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For many people, straight, uniform teeth are a key part of a gorgeous grin. So, when shifting teeth start to impact the look of your smile, it can be discouraging. But what causes teeth to shift in the first place? Read on to learn about causes of shifting teeth as well as what your dentist can do to fix them.

You know that you should be brushing twice and flossing at least once a day. However, even if you are super diligent when it comes to your oral hygiene routine, that doesn’t mean that you aren’t making mistakes when you are cleaning your teeth. When you aren’t maintaining your oral health properly, you could end up with dental issues in the future. Continue reading to learn about some of the most common teeth-cleaning mistakes and how you can correct them.

Everyone wants their child to be successful in life. This can start by doing well in their studies. There are all sorts of factors that play a role in helping your child earn the grades that they’re hoping for. One of the things that you may not think of is their oral health. The healthier your child’s smile is, the more likely they are to do well in their classes. Continue reading to learn why this is the case and what you can do to ensure that your child is keeping up with their dental health.

When it comes to the internet, all of the information you could ever hope for is at your fingertips. From clothing to food, social media makes it easy to keep up with the trends. Unfortunately, not all of the fads that you read about online are as good for you as you may think. In fact, some of the ones related to your oral health may end up doing more harm than good. Read on to learn about three popular dental trends that are bad for your teeth and should be avoided.