Getting a smile just like their favorite singer or movie star might be high on your teen’s priority list. However, you may want to talk with us at Chesterfield Smile Design before buying an at-home tooth whitening product. As with any cosmetic dentistry procedure, teeth whitening should be overseen by a professional. There are a […]
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Should You Worry About Dental X-rays?
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Providing first rate dental care is much easier for us at Chesterfield Smile Design when we have plenty of data about the dental health of our patients. Pictures are more accurate than written notes. To go a step further: pictures that show what’s going on below the surface of your teeth are worth even more […]
You Have Nothing To Lose Except Loose Dentures
Categories: Dental Implants, Dentures
Modern dental technology has solved the problem of loose-fitting dentures with a wonderful tooth replacement option, and it’s available at Chesterfield Smile Design. Dental implants can anchor full or partial dentures. The dentures are secure enough to allow the wearer to eat an apple, chew a thick sandwich, or share a hearty laugh with confidence. […]
Porcelain Veneers And Instant Orthodontics
Categories: Porcelain Veneers
If you have been paying attention to orthodontics in recent years, you probably have heard about clear braces and speed braces. These new procedures have been welcomed by many people, especially adults who want an alternative to traditional metal braces. Both are available at Chesterfield Smile Design. There’s more good news for men and women […]
Sleep Apnea Treatment In Chesterfield
Categories: General Dentistry, Sleep apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition in which your breathing periodically stops during sleep. It can lead to serious health problems, but there is hope: it is treatable at Chesterfield Smile Design. First, though, how do you know if you have sleep apnea? Read through these common symptoms. Signs of Sleep Apnea Excessive Daytime Sleepiness Insomnia Sleep […]
The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
A smile makeover from Chesterfield Smile Design can be transformative for someone who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. But it’s not just about looking younger and more attractive. It can improve your life in ways you might never guess. How can a smile makeover transform your life? 1. It shapes the way […]
Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?
Do you have severe tooth damage, bone loss, or few or no teeth still intact? This post from Chesterfield Smile Design is for anyone whose mouth is in a world of hurt. First off, we feel for you. We understand how severe dental troubles influence you, every day of your life. If you read no […]
Three Reasons Not to Skip a Dental Checkup
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you need to do. At Chesterfield Smile Design, we understand that. It gets busy for us, too! But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty items […]
Clean Teeth, Happy Mouth
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing the dentist twice a year. Your dental health strategy should include: Daily brushing and […]
Saliva And Dental Health
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
In this blog post from Chesterfield Smile Design we examine saliva, and its role in your dental health. Saliva is mostly water. No surprises there. A small portion of it, though, is made up of enzymes, antibacterial substances, mucus, and minerals. The ideal pH balance of the mouth is maintained by saliva, and pH balance […]
