Peterson & Cammack Family & Cosmetic Dentistry Blog

No matter how long you have been wearing SureSmile aligners, you may begin to wonder why your trays are not fitting as comfortably as they should. Although your teeth are constantly moving throughout treatment, it’s important that your aligners fit snugly once you swap to a new set. So, what if they aren’t? Is there anything you can do? Learn why this problem is occurring and what you and your dentist can do to address it.

SureSmile clear aligners offer patients a new way to approach orthodontic treatment, all without the unsightly look of metal brackets and wires. However, if individuals are to succeed in realigning their teeth with SureSmile, there is one essential component – a 22-hour wear time. How can you meet this goal each day? Here are 4 tips to follow so your smile stays on track.

SureSmile clear aligners are made out of a smooth plastic material and can be designed to fit to your teeth like a glove. It looks kind of like a shield for your smile, leaving many patients to wonder if their aligners will protect their pearly whites from cavities.

While SureSmile can mitigate physical stress caused by bruxism and alleviate jaw pain, it’s not an effective buffer against bacteria! Keep reading to learn why you should keep brushing and flossing during your treatment.

Living with a confident, beautiful smile is a common goal among patients who dislike the stains, chips, gaps, and cracks that plague their teeth. Unfortunately, if these imperfections overlap with poor gum health, these unsightly blemishes must remain in place until gum disease treatment can be provided. Keep reading to learn why taking proper care of your soft oral tissues should take priority over any cosmetic service you want to pursue.

Cosmetic dentistry remains one of the most worthwhile investments people can make when looking to change and fully transform their appearance. Eliminating years of coffee stains and various chips and cracks is easy thanks to services like custom veneers and professional teeth whitening, but how long does it take to see results? If you have a big event coming up that you want to look your best for, read on to discover how far you should plan so that you arrive with the smile of your dreams.

Summer is a time to slow down and take a break from the hustle and bustle that the rest of the year requires. Whether you are preparing to take a beach vacation, or you are gearing up to host this year’s family reunion, plenty of photos will be taken to capture these memories. If you want to make sure that your pearly whites leave a lasting (and positive) impression, check out these 3 cosmetic dentistry treatment options.

Do you have a gap between your teeth that while not painful or dangerous makes you feel insecure or embarrassed to smile? This is known as a diastema, and many people don’t realize just how easy they are to correct with cosmetic dentistry. If you’d like to close the gap in your grin for good, here are a few treatments that can help!

Do you have a damaged tooth that is in need of additional support? It may be recommended that you get a dental crown. A crown is placed over the chewing surface of damaged teeth to improve its appearance, protecting it from additional damage. Dental crowns today can be designed to perfectly match the color of the surrounding teeth for a natural appearance, but how is this possible? Read on to learn more about this process works.

If you received a metal dental crown years ago, you may be tired of the comments, snickers, and displeasing looks you receive from others. Although this type of material is highly effective in protecting injured and decayed teeth, it is an eyesore that often captures the wrong kind of attention. Instead of continuing to be embarrassed or displeased with your smile, here are three reasons you should consider switching to a more lifelike, natural-looking restoration.

A root canal treatment could be the key to saving your tooth from infection and relieving your discomfort. Of course, you’ll naturally want to be as prepared as possible for the procedure, and part of that is making sure you have a clear idea of what the timeline will look like. Just how long can you expect your root canal treatment to take? Here are the basics of what you need to know.