As you age the structure of your jaw and periodontal tissues can gradually start to change. This is even more likely to occur if you lost one or more teeth and chose not to have them restored in a reasonable amount of time. As time goes on the change in oral structure can also start to affect the alignment of... read more »
Do you have smile flaws like cracked, stained, or misshapen teeth? If you are dreaming of a Hollywood smile, ask Dr. Nadia Hamouda about veneers in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Our dentist and team will gladly consult with you and let you know how veneers can help your smile. It is likely that veneers can aid you in correcting your smile... read more »
A bright and brilliant smile can boost your self-esteem and give you the confidence to talk to your crush, smile for pictures, or even present in that big board meeting coming up. If you have the desire to turn your dull, yellow teeth into bright, shiny chompers, teeth whitening might be the treatment for you! To help you know a... read more »
Do you have questions about tooth decay/cavities? If so, our dentist, Dr. Nadia Hamouda, is happy to help you. It’s best to understand cavities so you can prevent them as much as possible and even prepare for treatment if necessary. So, to help you, she is happy to provide the answers to frequently asked questions about cavities in Ann Arbor,... read more »
The practice of dentistry reaches back as far as 12,000 B.C. and it has evolved quite a bit over thousands of years. The 19th century, in particular, was an age where that progress was accelerated, due to scientific and technological advances. Here’s a timeline of important dental events of the 1800s: 1825: The White Dental Manufacturing Company starts to create... read more »
Human beings have been cleaning their teeth for thousands of years. Before dentistry even existed, people understood the virtues of keeping teeth clean and bright. The following contains a brief timeline of the journey of the toothbrush throughout history: 3500-3000 BC: Babylonians and Egyptians use the frayed ends of twigs to clean their teeth. Twigs such as these are found... read more »
Are you aware of a disorder that can disturb your teeth when you are fast asleep? It is known as bruxism and most individuals who suffer from the disorder go years before ever realizing they even have it. Bruxism is triggered by teeth grinding and clenching unconsciously, often while you are fast asleep. The first step to treating bruxism is... read more »
Dull, yellow, and stained teeth can make life hard, especially because they can hinder your self-esteem and make you feel less confident in social situations. If your teeth are discolored, you can finally achieve the smile of your dreams with a teeth-whitening treatment! Fortunately, there are many different treatments available today. Generally, there are over-the-counter and professional treatments. When it... read more »
Have you ever wondered where you can go for a dental specialist? If so, you have come to the right place! Here at White Pearl Dentistry in Ann Arbor, Michigan, we specialize in endodontics, which can help save your smile in many ways. That is why we have provided you with this basic guide on what endodontics is, and how... read more »
Laser dentistry can improve your oral health. Laser dentistry has been in use for active dental procedures for over two decades and continues to be used for more services every year. Lasers have not yet been approved by the FDA, but it has been proven to be highly effective with a multitude of dental procedures. For a list of amazing... read more »