Artistry Smile Center Blog

Have you ever looked at the strange black and white images of your teeth your dentist makes? These are dental X-rays, and they are one of the most important tools your dentist uses to treat your mouth. But what makes them so vital to the treatment process? Continue reading to learn more about X-rays and how your dentist relies on them to get the full picture.

Over the past ten years, one of the most pressing and complex developments in the world of public health has been the rise of vaping. What was once thought to be a relatively harmless alternative to smoking has become the primary vice of an emerging generation, one that’s been persistently difficult to study and even more so to regulate.

Researchers have done a lot of work to understand the effects that vaping can have on the body. You might wonder whether vaping can be as bad for the teeth as smoking; here’s what the emerging science says.

It’s no secret that, as a nation, we are currently undergoing a mental health crisis. A recent Gallup poll found that 29% of Americans have been diagnosed with depression at some point in their lives, and that  17.8% of them currently suffer from the condition.

The prominence of this condition has had wide ranging effects, including some surprising ones on the world of dentistry. Depression can have some knock-on effects on oral health; if you or a loved one are suffering from the condition, here’s what you should know.

Have you been struggling to move up in your career? Your slow growth may have little to do with your work ethic and everything to do with your smile. But how can that be? It’s not that employers and clients don’t value hard work, no. They want to ensure that they are providing the best image for their brand. Don’t fret, if you’re not satisfied with your smile, cosmetic dentistry can help. How? Continue reading to find out.

The holiday season is a time for friends, family, feasting, celebrations, and gift-giving. One time-honored tradition is hanging an oversized sock over the fireplace so that Santa can fill it with all sorts of treats and small toys. However, there are quite a few smile-friendly options that are sure to delight the kids on your holiday shopping list. Here are a few small gift ideas that will surely have kids smiling brightly.

Dentists have a lot of information at their disposal; it’s part of what makes them so good at their jobs. However, when it comes time to communicate about oral health with the average person, that can sometimes cause problems. It can be a little bit difficult to gauge what most people know and what they don’t.

For example, plaque is something that comes up often when dentists advise their patients.  While most people are aware that it isn’t a good thing, it often goes unsaid exactly what it actually is.

In an effort to make dental communication easier, here’s what you should know about what plaque actually is, why it’s a problem, and what you can do to keep it at bay.

Right out of Halloween and into the next holiday of indulgence! Thanksgiving is a time for food, friends, and good times around the dinner table. But all that fun doesn’t have to come at the expense of your dental health.

If you want to strive for a cavity-free celebration this season, continue reading. With these five tooth-friendly tips, you’ll keep your Thanksgiving dinner delicious and gentle on your pearly whites.

A beautiful smile goes beyond looks, impacting confidence, happiness, and perceived attractiveness, fostering connections and meaningful relationships. For those aspiring to possess such a smile, cosmetic dentistry plays a crucial role. If you are considering undergoing one or more cosmetic dental treatments, continue reading to explore the essential traits that contribute to a beautiful smile and its impact on your life.

As Halloween approaches, the excitement for trick-or-treaters grows. As children gear up for a candy-filled night, it becomes essential for parents to ensure the well-being of their kids’ teeth on the 31st. The sweet delights linked with the occasion have the potential to lead to tooth decay and cavities if proper precautions are not observed. Thankfully, our dental practice offers three valuable Halloween oral health suggestions to safeguard those precious smiles—continue reading to find out more!

In medieval times, long before the dawn of modern dental science, dentistry was considered to be the job of the local barber (along with surgery). People back then were just as interested in brightening their smiles as we are today. It was common for a barber to apply a few coats of a special acid to a patient’s teeth. While this would bleach the smile to a whiter color, it would also erode the enamel, making the teeth more vulnerable to damage and decay.

Clearly, whiter teeth are not always healthier teeth. Lucky for people today, we have dentists to take care of our teeth instead of barbers. Here’s what you need to know about what color is ideal for teeth and the risk of putting too much emphasis on making them whiter.