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Smile Makeovers

“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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John’s Story

January 4, 2012

John was a financial consultant. He announced his position when we first met. I never knew what “financial consultant” meant. He told me helped people plan for their financial futures, make investments and manage risks. He was quite expressive. At age 47, he was well into his career.
“I’m looking for a boost. I’ve noticed how [...]

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Frank’s Story

December 22, 2011

For Frank, his teeth had never been a priority. He had always been so busy. He had dutifully paid for all three kids to get braces and his wife went to the dentist regularly. Now the kids were out of the house, he decided to take a more careful look at his appearance. It was [...]

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Reshape Your Gums and Smile

December 19, 2011

Your gums help form the shape of your smile. Exposing too much gum makes your teeth look too small, and not enough gum tissue makes your teeth look too big. Dr. Martin uses the LightWalker dental laser to help painlessly treat your gums to reshape your smile.
Gum Recession
Gum recession is a condition in which your [...]

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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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Amanda’s Story

December 7, 2011

When Amanda first showed up in my office, I knew she had something special about her. Maybe it was the way that she spoke or carried herself, but I knew there was something special about her. Amanda had grown up overseas. She was the daughter of missionary parents. Her parents had been missionaries in Africa [...]

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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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Regular Brushing Can Support Heart Health

September 2, 2011

There are plenty of ways to prevent heart disease – eat healthy, exercise regularly, don’t smoke, and the list goes on and on. But you might want to consider another quick and easy practice – brush your teeth!
Several studies have shown links between periodontal disease, caused by neglectful oral health maintenance, and heart disease.  According [...]

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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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