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How to Know When a Dental Crown Is Failing (And What to Do Next)
A dental crown is not meant to last forever, regardless of its material, location, or wear. If you have a crown, at some point it will need replacement. So how can you know when it’s time to replace a dental crown? Outside of accidental injury, a...
Is Cosmetic Dentistry an Indulgence—or Preventive Care for Confidence and Function?
For every four people you encounter, one avoids smiling because he’s unhappy with his teeth. In fact, up to 30% of US adults express feeling self-conscious about the appearance of their smile. One of the primary concerns is tooth color, because...
Is Amalgam Dangerous? Your Homewood Dentist + CDC Answer
At Signature Smile Arts, we take our patients’ concerns to heart. A common concern we see is in regards to dental amalgam fillings, which contain mercury, a harmful heavy metal. However, it’s the mercury vapors that are harmful, and only small...
A Different Kind of Homewood Dentist: Art, Science, & Personalized Care
You and your loved ones deserve a great dentist, but what does a great dentist do? How is he different from all the rest? As a Homewood dentist, your Signature Smile Arts provider’s first priority will be your comfort. Next, we blend the art of...
Overbite vs. Underbite: How to Tell Which One You Have
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered if your bite looks “off?” You may even ask, “Overbite vs. underbite – what’s the difference?” Many patients ask about their bite alignment during cosmetic dentistry consultations in Homewood, IL,...
Popping Jaw and Headaches: Are They Connected?
Many patients ask us if a popping jaw and headaches are linked. The short answer is yes, they can be. As providers of TMJ treatment in Homewood, IL, we see this connection often. The jaw and head work closely together. So, when one is stressed,...
How Does Plaque Form So Fast After You Clean Your Teeth?
If you brush and floss regularly but feel plaque building up on your teeth quickly, you might wonder, “How does plaque form?” Your trusted general dentist in Homewood, IL, is here to explain why plaque returns and what you can do to slow it down....
Embarrassed About My Oral Health: A Reassuring Visit with Your Dentist in Homewood
Did you know that over 60% of adults admit to avoiding the dentist because of fear, shame, or the agonizing thought of being judged for the condition of their mouth? Whether an unsavory experience at a dentist’s office caused you to experience fear...
Daily Oral Hygiene Made Simple—Because Toothaches Aren’t on Anyone’s To-Do List
You have the opportunity to reduce your risk for gum disease, which affects about half of the adult population over 30 years old, as well as cavities, which afflict up to 90% of adults. Risks for these progressive conditions increase with age. The...
Can Invisalign Change Your Face Shape? Here’s the Surprising Truth
Recently, the Internet has been buzzing about Invisalign altering the shape of patients’ faces. Is there truth behind this observation? Today, we’ll bust open this myth and find the truth. Invisalign clear aligners, a removable and comfortable...
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