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Cosmetic Dentistry

Repairing the Damage of Bruxism

February 1, 2012

You’ve woken up with a headache for the last few months. Your jaw aches all day long. Your teeth are sensitive and worn down to nubs. If this sounds like you, bruxism may be the culprit. Bruxism can seriously affect your quality of life and damage your oral health if you do not get it [...]

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Which Teeth Whitening Method is Right for You?

January 30, 2012

Years of coffee and red wine have left your teeth discolored, and now you’re ready to do something about it. You’ve seen plenty of commercials about whitening toothpastes and strips, but you’re skeptical. How can anything you buy over the counter work that well? Should you proceed directly to your dentist for a professional whitening? [...]

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Should You Replace Your Silver Fillings?

January 23, 2012

Is there poison in your mouth? Take a peek at a few natural health blogs, and you may be scared senseless about the effects of those amalgam fillings you’ve had for years. Even though this material has been in use for decades, some claim that the mercury levels are highly toxic and dangerous. Should you [...]

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“How Can I Afford Cosmetic Dentistry?”

January 18, 2012

Does it seem like everyone around you has whiter teeth, straighter teeth, or just an overall perfect smile? Most people are not born with perfect and illustrious smiles. Chances are the person’s smile you envy is the result of a talented cosmetic dentist. In recent years, cosmetic dentistry has become more commonplace. At first, it [...]

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Kathy’s Story

January 12, 2012

Colorful. Some might say outlandish. I say good for them. When Kathy came in she was wearing a purple dress with red accessories and a feathered hat. Her hat looked like something out of a movie. Large, ostentatious, a statement maker. What did it say?!
This was my first introduction to the Red hat Society. My [...]

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Are You a Candidate For Cosmetic Dentistry?

January 10, 2012

Do you fawn over pictures of your favorite celebrities and long to have their smile? If so, you may be a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Martin recommends you ask yourself the following questions to see if cosmetic dentistry is right for you.

Are you confident about your smile?
Are you comfortable in smiling broadly around other [...]

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Smiling As We Grow Older

December 15, 2011

Concerned with what their face will look like five, ten, even twenty years down the road? Read on to find helpful tips of what you can do now to avoid looking years older than you actually are.

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No More Gummy Smiles for Richmond, VA

October 19, 2011

If you have a “gummy” smile or think that your teeth look too small, Richmond’s cosmetic dentist, Dr. Charles Martin, can correct the problem and make your smile sensational. At Richmond Smile Center, we understand that overgrown gum tissue and tiny teeth can be embarrassing. You will be happy to learn, a few simple cosmetic [...]

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Invisalign Clear Braces: The Way to Look like a Star

October 14, 2011

Are you looking into Invisalign braces? Talk to Dr. Martin now.

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Crowns and Bridges

October 13, 2011

If you have a crown or a bridge, you probably know what they are. However, the term “crown and bridge” is kind of misleading. Here’s the difference.
A crown is a dental restoration also known as a cap. It covers the portion of a tooth that extends above the gumline to restore stability, shape, and function [...]

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