Happier smiles come with healthy habits and regular attention. Now that Christmas is here and we are busily handling all the things we need to take care of, we invite you to consider the following stocking stuffer ideas to help your family's smiles thrive. Our Pearl Smile Dental team in...
Read more » The holidays are upon us, and along with them comes tasty holiday food. Here are some dishes you may find on the menu, along with some advice on whether or not you should eat them with braces. Turkey or Roast: Roast, turkey, and other protein-packed dishes are fantastic sources...
Read more » Early on you might be tempted to ignore a small-to-modest sized cavity. If the tooth decay advances beyond the tooth’s enamel layer to allow bacteria to spread into the pulp and root of the tooth it can cause a toothache. If you manage to deal with the discomfort and forgo...
Read more » To make your braces last, you need to take care of them. Part of that job is avoiding the hard, tough, sticky, sugary and starchy foods that can damage or break your braces. Another part of taking care of them is keeping them clean. Flossing your teeth is something that...
Read more » If you have chronic gum disease, your periodontist will likely first recommend a treatment called scaling and root planing. According to the Journal of Evidenced-Based Dental Practice, this procedure is the “gold standard” for patients with periodontitis. Essentially, it’s like a deep dental cleaning for your gums. As you may...
Read more » Do you have an orthodontic retainer? If so, you need to take good care of it so it can help you maintain your straight and healthy smile. One beneficial way of taking care of your retainer is by cleaning it regularly. To help you do so, our orthodontist, Dr. Youssef...
Read more » Participating in sports can be very beneficial for your body and even your mind. However, sometimes it can be dangerous for your smile if you’re not careful. This is why our dentist, Dr. Youssef Saad, encourages you to care for your teeth and gums when you run, jump, kick, spike,...
Read more » Dental attrition occurs when minor deviations in your dentition cause one tooth to rub excessively on the other. As the tooth enamel starts to wear away it can expose the sensitive dentin layer beneath. This can also create a surface that harbors a large cavity. If the tooth decay is...
Read more » Dr. Youssef Saad provided your child with their new retainer to help hold their teeth in their new position. This is an important step to preserving the realignment performed by their braces. Even after their braces have been removed, there will still be a modest amount of residual tension in...
Read more » Do you wish to have the healthiest smile possible? Are you aware that daily habits beyond brushing and flossing could be critical in the state of your teeth and gums, both positively and negatively? If you are undergoing any changes in your smile, make sure they are positive ones. Your...
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