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Cosmetic Dentistry

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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Smiling for a Longer Life

October 6, 2011

It’s been said laughter is the best medicine. Research shows, smiling frequently can add as many as seven years to your life. Dr. Charles Martin wants to help you live a longer and happier life by improving your smile. Dr. Martin and our staff at The Richmond Smile Center have been creating beautiful smiles for [...]

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Be Honest With Your Dentist

September 15, 2011

Developing an honest, open relationship with your dentist is vital to your whole health. Many patients don’t believe or understand the need to divulge all information, and often feel as it simply isn’t relevant. Here is an excerpt from Dr. Charles Martin’s book, “The Smart Consumer’s Guide to Dentistry,” where he explores and explains just [...]

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Does teeth whitening toothpaste really work?

September 5, 2011

Choosing a toothpaste can be overwhelming. With so many varieties and brands to choose from, how do you know that a toothpaste will actually do what it claims to do?
Looking for the ADA seal of approval on a tube of toothpaste is a good place to start. Also, it’s good to have realistic expectations about [...]

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A Safe and Comfortable Procedure to Improve a Gummy Smile

September 1, 2011

Sometimes cosmetic dentistry is not about restoring or creating a beautiful smile, it’s about revealing beautiful teeth that are already there. Smiles can appear ‘gummy’ when the gums are inappropriately positioned so they don’t display enough teeth. While Botox® has become a popular way to correct a gummy smile, Dr. Charles Martin offers laser dentistry [...]

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Keep Your Smile White

August 29, 2011

A whiter smile gives you a better appearance. It improves your confidence and your teeth appear cleaner and healthier. There are plenty of teeth bleaching and whitening procedures and products out there, but why not save the time and money and do the best you can to prevent discoloring your teeth in the first place? [...]

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How much time is required for porcelain veneers?

August 26, 2011

So you want a whiter, straighter, more attractive smile, and you’ve decided porcelain veneers are the best option. Now you need to set aside time for your smile makeover. The entire process of designing, preparing for, and placing permanent porcelain veneers takes two or three office visits. Inside one month, you could have your dream [...]

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Cultivating a Relationship with Your Dentist

August 22, 2011

Want to do something beneficial to your teeth? Be kind to your dentist.
Being honest, vocal, and attentive with your doctor is a great way to improve your preventive care. Dentistry is no exception. The doctor must know what’s on your mind: all the facts, symptoms, and concerns. That’s how you get the best treatment. [...]

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Tooth Contouring: Another Cosmetic Option

July 25, 2011

The realm of smile enhancement goes far beyond tooth-colored dental crowns and traditional porcelain veneers. Sometimes, the smile makeover you need requires a procedure that’s a little less well known, but just as effective as traditional cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
Tooth contouring is one of these procedures. Cosmetic tooth contouring is the art of reshaping the [...]

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Myths, Mistakes, and Misunderstandings

July 20, 2011

Myth: I only do what I have to do to get out of pain, but that’s it.
Boy, that’s a shame, because pain is only an indicator of a problem that’s gotten so bad that it causes pain. Many dental problems don’t cause pain at all until the problem is so bad that the offending tooth, [...]

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