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Both general and cosmetic dentistry can help you restore your smile. However, these two dentistry branches have different purposes and involve distinct procedures.  Let’s find out more about the differences between the two.  What Is General Dentistry?  General dentistry focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide variety of oral health issues.  Some

Maintaining a perfectly white and bright smile is no easy task. Apart from daily brushing and flossing, you should also be mindful of the common causes that lead to stains and discoloration of your teeth. Here are 5 common causes for why your teeth become discolored: 1. Smoking Smoking, vaping, or using tobacco products is

Veneers look perfect on paper. They are made from durable materials that don’t decay and are stain resistant. Does that mean veneers are invincible?  Not so fast. Here’s when and why you need to replace your veneers.  Yes, You Do Need to Replace Veneers!  Veneers are sturdy and resistant to staining and decay, but they

Veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic procedures. They can cover and fix imperfections like stained or chipped teeth, gaps, and minor misalignments. But, can anyone get veneers? More specifically, are there any age restrictions when it comes to this cosmetic procedure?  Let’s find out!  Yes, There Are Age Restrictions to Getting Veneers Most

You look in the mirror and instead of a white and healthy smile, you see a set of yellow teeth. This makes you feel embarrassed and too self-aware to show a big smile in a social setting. So you are looking for solutions.  But, your question now is: Can I make my yellow teeth white

Dental crowns are a type of prosthetic used to restore a badly damaged tooth. It can be needed because of a large cavity, after a root canal, or to treat a tooth that’s badly chipped or cracked. With dental crowns, you can get a solution that takes care of both the way your teeth work

Have you ever wondering what causes the gaps between your teeth? This blog outlines what you need to know and what you can do about it.  What Is Diastema? Diastema is the medical term for a gap between your teeth. While this gap is more common in the front teeth, it can happen anywhere in

ClearCorrect is an alternative orthodontic treatment to traditional braces, offering much more flexibility and convenience during treatment. Read on in this blog from Elite Dentistry to find out why ClearCorrect is growing in popularity. What Are ClearCorrect Aligners? ClearCorrect is a clear removable aligner system that places gentle pressure on your teeth to gradually shift

Who doesn’t love a good health hack? You just do one simple thing with minimal effort and costs, but you reap all the benefits. It sounds ideal, right?  Well, the internet is full of health hacks, and the latest promises to help you achieve “sparkling white” teeth in no time and with just a few

If you are interested in Invisalign treatment but also play contact sports, you are likely wondering how you’ll be able to wear your mouthguard during your training. Invisalign is a type of clear aligner that gently moves the teeth into their most optimal position. They are a very popular treatment course to address a variety

The fact that your sinuses are connected to your teeth might be something you are not aware of.  You might experience tooth pain and then you notice you have pain in your sinuses too, but you might be confused about how this happens and maybe you don’t think about the fact that they are actually

Not everyone is blessed with a perfectly straight smile. Some people need to go through months or even years of orthodontic treatments to straighten their teeth. Thanks to modern dentistry, patients have more options now than the traditional metal braces. Clear aligners like ClearCorrect are increasingly more popular because they can offer a much more

Dental fillings don’t last forever. With proper care and regular dentist visits, they can last for as long as 10-15 years, but once that mark has passed, they might start failing and you will need to replace it.  But, a failed filling isn’t always as obvious as you may think. So, here’s how to determine

White teeth are the ideal image of healthy, youthful teeth that look their best. A lot of patients complain that their teeth get colored in time, or because of certain lifestyle choices: smoking, drinking coffee and wine, or taking certain medications.  If you notice that your teeth are not as white as you would like,

Whether you’ve already had a tooth extraction or you’re scheduled to get a tooth extraction in Orlando from Dr. Mark Ashy, you may be wondering how to speed up your recovery after treatment and avoid “dry socket.” In this blog from Elite Dentistry, we’ll discuss the importance of avoiding dry socket, as well as our

Sinus Infection After Root Canal: Is it Possible? If you’ve recently gotten a root canal and you feel like you have a sinus infection or “sinusitis,” you may be wondering what’s happening. Is it possible that your root canal caused your sinuses to become infected? That’s a good question. And in this blog from Elite

A knocked out (avulsed) tooth is one of the most serious dental emergencies you can experience, and taking the right steps after your injury will give you the best chance to save your tooth. So read on, and the team at Elite Dentistry will explain the 5 steps you need to take to save your

What Do I Do If I Chip A Tooth? What You Should Know Chipped teeth are a common dental emergency. Your tooth enamel is very strong, but it can still break in some situations. You may chip your tooth if you slip and fall, take a hard hit in a contact sport, or even if