I had a root canal done on a tooth, but the dentist has had a hard time keeping the bonding together. There really isn’t a lot of structure to bond it to so I don’t know how much hope I have of this staying secure. Have you encountered this? Connie Dear Connie, With a root […]
Porcelain Crowns on Back Teeth
I have some pretty severe metal allergies and need a crown on a back tooth. I’ve asked my dentist to do an all-porcelain crown on that tooth, but he absolutely refuses and says they don’t work on back teeth. Is that true? Does this mean I have to get something I’m allergic too? Mindy Dear […]
Getting a Beautiful Smile
I really want to do a smile makeover. My dentist knows about my desire and is offering to do one for me. The thing is, he’s a general dentist not a cosmetic specialist. How do I know if my dentist can give me a beautiful smile? Katherine Dear Katherine, It’s wise you’re asking this question. […]
Can a Dentist Fix My Tooth Gap?
I’ve always had perfect teeth but lately I’ve noticed a small gap between my front teeth. It’s not huge but totally bugs me. I want to get my perfect smile back. What can I do? I was thinking Invisible braces. Is that a decent option? Kaylie Dear Kaylie, There’s nothing wrong with wanting to have […]
Do Crest Whitestrips Work?
I have a reunion coming up and would like to brighten my teeth a bit. They’re starting to show their age. I asked my dentist and he said I could just get some of those over-the-counter white strips. He is sort of a bread and butter practice and doesn’t offer many special services. That’s always […]
See a Dentist if You Wake Up Tired with a Headache
I’d gone to my doctor because I keep waking up with horrible migraines. Plus, no matter how much sleep I get I always wake up exhausted. Always. Doc indicated I might want to see a dentist, though he did start me on Topomax for the migraines. I don’t want you to be offended but I’m […]
How Do You Know if a Dentist is Good?
I’m thinking about getting my teeth whitened and then getting porcelain veneers. How will I know if the dentist is good enough? Ben Dear Ben, You’ve asked a great question. Before I answer I want to make sure you know that porcelain veneers can whiten your teeth along with the rest of the smile makeover […]
Is It Safe to go to a Regular Dentist for Porcelain Veneers?
I’m interested in getting porcelain veneers. My dentist says he does them, but he’s a general dentist. Should I go to a cosmetic dentist for this or am I safe with my dentist? Meg Dear Meg, Your question brings up quite a common misconception. Every cosmetic dentist is a general dentist. There isn’t a recognized […]
Smile Makeover on a Budget
I have a reunion coming up that I’m dreading. I had a horribly ugly smile in High School and was mercifully teased for it. I know I should be above the insecurities of High School, but I really thought my life would be different by now. But, I’m buried in student loans and haven’t been […]
Why Does My Husband Sound Like a Jackhammer When He Sleeps?
Please, please, please help me. I haven’t slept in days. My husband recently put on a lot of weight. Ever since then he’s sounded like a jackhammer in his sleep. What is going on? I’m about to go out of my mind with exhaustion. Marissa – North Carolina Marissa, It sounds like your husband has […]