Root Canal Rumor: Does It Cause Cancer?

December 30, 2023

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Model tooth cut away showing the nerves next to dental instruments

If you have an aching or damaged tooth and have seen your dentist about it, there’s a good chance they recommended a root canal. Though this is a common procedure, many patients get nervous about it because they worry it’ll make their situation worse. Plenty of people have heard horror stories about root canals leading to other major health issues, like cancer, so hesitate to get the treatment they need. Fortunately, this is merely a myth. Other minor complications can occur, though, so it’s important to be well informed. Read on to learn more about root canals and the associated risks!

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Understanding Tooth Discoloration and How Teeth Whitening in Burbank Can Help

December 26, 2023

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Woman showing off her beautiful white teeth

Everybody wants white, bright, and beautiful teeth. But for most of us, our teeth seem to be getting more stains or discoloration each year, turning darker and darker. Why is this? What can you do to brighten up your smile? This blog post provides practical information about tooth discoloration and teeth whitening that can get you on the road to the glowing, confident grin you have always wanted.

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Thinking about Getting Veneers? Here’s How to Find the Right Dentist

December 10, 2023

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Smiling dentist talking with patient

Veneers are everywhere these days. You see them on just about every Hollywood actor, and you even notice an uptick in non-Hollywood types getting them.

But there are usually two scenarios when it comes to veneers:

  • Scenario A – They make someone’s smile brighter and more beautiful, and they make you just a smidge jealous of how they did it. 
  • Scenario B – You see someone with teeth that are overly white, overly perfect, and maybe just a little too big for their face.

So, what makes the person in scenario A different from the person in scenario B?

They chose the right cosmetic dentist.

If you’re looking for veneers in Burbank that are going to make you want to smile more often just to show them off, here is our guide on how to do it.

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