Category: Cosmetic Dentistry

Try this Smile Makeover Quiz

If you envy the straight, white smiles of celebrities, friends, or family, perhaps you wish to emulate them. Are you curious about how cosmetic dentistry can enhance your smile for the better? Cosmetic dentistry is not just for the rich and famous. All types of people improve their smiles with cosmetic dental procedures. The Riverside… Read more »

Invisalign or Porcelain Veneers?

Traditional bracket-and-wire metal braces have long been standard in orthodontics. There is still a place for them. Metal braces are a fine option for adolescents all the way to adults who have certain bite issues or particular orthodontic quandaries. Complaints have spanned time just as much as metal braces: discomfort, mouth sores, tooth decay underneath… Read more »

Popular Cosmetic Dentistry Services

In an independent study conducted by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, participants were questioned about their image. The majority stated that their number one cosmetic desire in terms of dentistry was a whiter smile. This remains one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry services we provide at Riverside Dental Group. There are certainly many others…. Read more »

Porcelain Veneers to Makeover your Smile

Veneers are comprised of thin porcelain shells fabricated either in the dentist’s office or in a ceramist’s lab. Each shell is meticulously designed to cover a specific tooth imperfection. Porcelain dental veneers are carefully placed individually on the front of each tooth. What Do Porcelain Veneers Correct? Chipped teeth Gapped smiles Poorly shaped teeth Deep… Read more »

Want to Feel Happy? Just Smile!

even when you’re down can make you happy again? Smiling Research There have been many studies on the power of smiles to predict the future well-being of individuals. For example, Wayne State University researchers studied baseball cards to find out that longevity related to the qualities in each player’s smile. UC Berkeley scientists instituted a similar study… Read more »

What Motivates Men to Go to the Dentist?

According to the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) men are far less likely to stick to their regular biannual dental checkup schedule than women. What could be the reason behind this? The number of men going to the dentist is fortunately on the rise, but their motivation may be something other than overall dental health…. Read more »

How Smoking Works Against Dental Treatments

Your Oasis Family dentists’ number one priority is you. Above all else, they care about the oral health of their patients. That is why they affirm the cause behind the upcoming World No Tobacco Day on May 31st. The World Health Organization (WHO) has marked this date as World No Tobacco Day in order to educate… Read more »

Porcelain Veneers: Plenty of Advantages

Are you in the market for whiter teeth, a straighter bite, and a nearly flawless grin? can help you achieve the smile of your dreams thanks to porcelain veneers. Are you a Veneer Candidate? Because porcelain veneers are a minimally invasive cosmetic dental procedure, almost anyone can benefit from the procedure. The treatment is completely customized to complement… Read more »

Fascinating Facts about Smiles

Whether you notice it or not, you most likely smile dozens of times every day. Smiling is one of the most important forms of non-verbal communication. In fact, a poll conducted by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry found that 99% of those questioned recognize the importance of smiling in their social interactions. Unattractive smiles negatively… Read more »

Veneers: An Alternative for Whiter Teeth

What are Porcelain Veneers? Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin shells applied to the front surfaces of teeth to improve their aesthetic appeal. They are custom-crafted to match the desired shape, size, and color of your teeth. Are Veneers Right for Me? If teeth whitening treatments cannot restore your discolored teeth, then porcelain veneers may be the… Read more »