Mockler Dental Blog

Have you looked in the bathroom mirror recently and noticed that your smile just isn’t as bright and white as it used to be? Or maybe you’ve dealt with yellow teeth for longer than you remember, and it’s time to achieve picture-perfect teeth. You should speak with your dentist about teeth whitening treatment; it’s a sure solution to lift staining, no matter the cause, and see your confidence soar. Here’s what you need to know.

The Invisalign journey is an exciting one for those looking forward to a beautiful, straighter smile. But what happens following your last set of aligners – are the changes to your teeth permanent, or will you need to take further steps to keep your smile in perfect condition? If you want to make the most of your investment, you’ll need to wear your retainers regularly once your treatment is over. Here’s why.

Invisalign is a treatment designed to realign teeth and address bite issues – it is not designed to serve as a form of cavity protection. Your teeth are still just as susceptible to cavities as they were before wearing aligners. But you don’t have to live in fear of getting a cavity during your treatment and setting yourself back; there’s still quite a lot you can do to safeguard your smile. Keep the following tips in mind!

Teeth grinding can have serious consequences for your oral health, so it’s important to take steps to prevent it. From wearing a mouthguard to practicing good sleep hygiene and relaxation techniques, there are many effective ways to protect your teeth and prevent bruxism. Continue reading to learn more about teeth grinding to better protect your oral health. 

Your smile has a significant impact on how others perceive you—and if you’ve been dealing with stained teeth for quite some time, you may finally be ready to seek our teeth whitening treatment. However, did you know it’s always important to ensure your mouth is healthy before undergoing this treatment? A dental checkup prior to teeth whitening serves many purposes, including ensuring dazzling results. Here’s what you need to know.

If you’re afraid of going to the dentist, to the point that you haven’t visited in a while, you aren’t alone. In fact, experts say a large number of Americans avoid seeing their dentist due to dental anxiety. Not getting the dental care you need does more than cause tooth decay; it puts your overall health at risk. Here’s why you shouldn’t let dental anxiety get the best of you and how your dentist can help put you at ease. 

Have you recently noticed that one of your teeth is chipped or cracked? If you’re able to see it, this means that others are able to see it, too! That said, it’s not just purely an aesthetic issue; while you’ll certainly want to fix it to address its appearance, there are also oral health benefits to treating a chipped or cracked tooth. Here’s what you need to know. 

When undergoing any sort of orthodontic treatment, you should want things to go as well as possible – after all, a smooth process means you’ll enjoy a straighter smile much sooner! That said, there’s a good chance that you’ll need Invisalign refinements at the end portion of your orthodontic care, and they will affect your overall treatment timeline. Here’s more from your Campbell dentist about what Invisalign refinements are, why you might need them, and how to keep things on track.

Does one of your Invisalign aligners feel “off?” Do your trays feel uncomfortable? Are you fearful that you’ll need replacements, thus delaying your treatment? Before you jump to the worst-case scenario, you may be surprised to learn that making a few adjustments might be all you need. Keep reading to discover 3 solutions that can lead to positive results and a more comfortable fit.

When your adult teeth come in, they’re designed to last a lifetime. Unfortunately, life may have other plans, and an infection could threaten one or more of your teeth. In these cases, your emergency dentist’s primary goal is to preserve your tooth, which is exactly what a root canal procedure accomplishes. Here’s more about why there’s nothing to fear — and everything to gain — with a root canal.