In today’s busy world, juggling family responsibilities often means certain tasks are prioritized over others. However, one area that should never be overlooked is dental care for your entire family. Regular visits to the dentist are essential, not just for maintaining beautiful smiles, but also for safeguarding overall health. Here’s why making family dental care […]
General Dentistry
You Won’t Miss The Metal With Invisible Braces
Hello! Welcome to my Fargo dentistry blog. Do you have crooked teeth? Do you wish you would have had braces as a kid, but feel it is too late now? Maybe you feel self-conscious about smiling with a mouth full of metal. I have good news for you: at Designer Smiles, we offer invisible braces. […]
No Dental Insurance? Prioritize Spending For Dental Care
Millions of Americans don’t have dental insurance, and many North Dakota employer plans have limited benefits. Some people who fail to get adequate dental care say “It’s too costly.” If you are really living below the poverty level, this excuse may be valid. But if you have an average income, you can probably shift your […]
What’s The Latest With Veneers?
One of the breakthroughs in cosmetic dentistry is prepless veneers. Though thousands of smile restoration patients who have received traditional veneers are happy with the results, some dental patients have delayed this procedure because they do not want to sacrifice healthy tooth structure. Veneers Have Advanced Prepless veneers are a more conservative procedure for transforming […]
Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache?
Do you suffer from severe headaches? Have you tried meds, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment? Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, food allergies, spine alignment, or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose. Bite misalignment or malocclusion is a fairly common abnormality yet frequently goes undetected. Nature intended the front teeth to […]
For A Healthier Smile, Stop Doing This
Chewing sugared gum all day. Cavities, a sore jaw, or weakened bridgework may result. If you must chew, select gum with Xylitol. Drinking soda and energy drinks. These sugary, acidic beverages are very efficient at weakening enamel. Chewing ice or hard candy. Your enamel is pretty tough. But so are ice and hard candy, and […]
What Do You Do If You Get Something Stuck Between Your Teeth?
People get food stuck in and between their teeth all the time. Most of the time it is not a problem to get the food unstuck with floss or a toothbrush and move on with your day. However, once in a while there is a pesky piece of food that seems practically impossible to get […]
Unmasking the Threat of Gum Disease and At-Risk Individuals in Fargo
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a stealthy adversary that can creep into our mouths with little warning. For some individuals, the risk of developing gum disease is significantly higher due to various factors. Designer Smiles, located near Fargo, is dedicated to shedding light on the importance of understanding gum disease risk factors […]
Should I Worry About My Snoring?
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have major health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an a blockage in the airway. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping pills can make this more […]
Overlapping Teeth Can Be Corrected for a Beautiful Smile
At Designer Smiles, we provide cutting-edge cosmetic dentistry. That means we correct all types of smile flaws. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many people don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it corrected. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can bring about overlapping teeth. […]
