Artistry Smile Center Blog

Patients who are currently living with tooth loss understand the challenges it presents. Eating the healthy foods you used to enjoy becomes more difficult and smiling or talking to people may feel embarrassing. Living with one or more missing teeth takes a toll on your health, nutrition, and self-esteem. Dental implants in Upper Arlington are an excellent solution, but are they right for your needs? Here are 4 facts you should know about dental implants.

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You’ve lived with crooked teeth all of your life. Though they’re not horrifying by any means, they still diminish your smile and this takes a toll on your confidence. You can’t remember the last time you smiled fully for a picture, and you’re always self-conscious when you meet someone new. Invisalign might be the solution for you to straighten your teeth with discretion, and here’s what you should be asking your Upper Arlington dentist before you start treatment.

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Have you ever encountered someone with bad breath? You may want to stand back or shy away from them. It’s hard to have a conversation with them. What if it’s you? Bad breath is one of those issues that many people don’t feel comfortable discussing, so you may not even be aware of your condition. Don’t let this happen to you! There are solutions for bad breath and your dentist in Upper Arlington can help!

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When you think of summertime, you think of waves of water splashing against your toes at the beach and the sun shining brightly on you—sometimes too much! Most prevalent may be the memories that come from these warm months and the great photos that are posted all over social media with your friends and family. But, you’re usually the person that avoids taking pictures because of your discolored teeth. Don’t hold back the fun this year-round! Get teeth whitening in Upper Arlington from Dr. Angela Courtney at Artistry Smile Center. We’d be happy to help you achieve the smile you’re proud to show off in photos.

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If you have imperfections of any size can negatively affect your smile and your confidence. Whether a tooth is crooked, discolored, or chipped, even the smallest flaw can be a distraction from the rest of your teeth and what you have to offer. Many people become distracted by your imperfect smile rather than looking at the real you. At Artistry Smile Center, your dentist in Upper Arlington believes that all patients can, and should, have the opportunity to achieve a radiant smile that can boost their moral and success in life. As one of the various cosmetic treatments offered by Dr. Courtney, porcelain veneers can address most dental problems with great efficiency. To see if you may benefit from veneers, consider what makes a good candidate for treatment.

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Despite many dentists’ efforts at controlling (or attempting to totally alleviate) pain, a good amount of people still fear the dentist. Dental fear, along with the fear of heights and public speaking, rank among the public’s most common fears! The American population describes dental appointments as an anxiety-producing experience, but your Upper Arlington dentist has cracked the code to relieving dental phobia. Dr. Angela Courtney at Artistry Smile Center understand the long-term effects of ongoing dental fear. We aim to begin and end your dental appointments with grace and ease at our dental spa.

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Would you take your family to a spa? You would if that spa were Artistry Smile Center where general, aesthetic and neuromuscular dentistry combines in a warm and nurturing environment perfect for patients of all ages. Your dentist in Upper Arlington,  Dr. Angela Courtney and Dr. Samuel Kiner, and their team make your experience a pleasure from the time you set foot in the door and throughout your appointment.

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Your dentist in Upper Arlington, Dr. Angela Courtney and Dr. Samuel Kiner, recommend you have a dental exam and professional cleaning twice a year. Isn’t your at-home brushing and flossing enough? Find out why the friendly team at Artistry Smile Center wants to see you and yours regularly.

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