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As hard as the enamel in your teeth may seem to be, it can decay, most often because of plaque buildup, dietary options, and weak oral health habits. Cavities are areas of decay in your tooth enamel, and no matter what you try, you can’t reverse this damage. It’s time...
If you’re considering dental implants to replace lost natural teeth, you may already know that implants are now considered the standard of care for tooth replacement. While other restoration techniques exist, only implants replace tooth components above and below the gumline. Dental implants replace the lost tooth’s root as well...
The new year is almost here, and if you’re looking for a self-improvement goal for 2026, have you considered going after a new smile? Your smile is your calling card to the world, the first impression many people have of you, and confidence in your smile makes it easier to...
We’re well into November now, and while that means that the holiday season is kicking into gear, it also signals the end of the calendar year. From a dental insurance perspective, it’s time to use benefits that don’t roll over into the new year. It’s a use-it-or-lose-it situation, and at...
The bright, white smile: it’s an attention-getter and first-impression maker like no other. What better way to tour the parties and events this holiday season than with a kilowatt smile? At Redmond Smiles Family & Implant Dentistry, we’re about more than simply oral health. We want your smile to glow,...
Sure, crooked teeth can sometimes look cute and quirky, but that’s the exception rather than the rule. There’s a reason why Hollywood is full of stars with straight, bright white teeth. Tooth alignment problems go beyond mere aesthetics. Crooked, overlapped teeth can trap food debris and create places for dental...
Dental veneers are perhaps best known for their Hollywood glamor role, the first stop on the fabled path toward movie stardom. Veneers are the quick path to a brighter-than-white smile. However, the smile magic doesn’t end with brightness. Though best known for their cosmetic attributes, veneers are a versatile platform...
The leading causes of tooth loss in the United States are decay (cavities) and periodontal (gum) disease, and it’s a bigger problem than you probably think. According to the CDC, by the time you reach age 17, 7% of individuals have already lost at least one permanent tooth to decay....