Seahurst Smiles of Burien Blog

If you’re a parent, it may come as a surprise if one day your teenager asks if they can have cosmetic dental work done. In today’s social media-driven world, though, our youth are exposed to high beauty standards much earlier than in the past. They see people with perfectly even, bright smiles on everything from billboards to television shows to their favorite movie superheroes. You’re responsible for their oral well-being, though, and naturally want to avoid doing anything that could hurt their health. Keep reading to learn more about 3 procedures that are generally safe for someone their age.

It’s natural to want to make a good impression if you have a new job interview or an important presentation coming up at work. Flaws in your teeth, however, are noticeable to others and can leave you feeling too self-conscious to put your best foot forward. You won’t act calm or confident if you’re worried that others will judge you. Fortunately, cosmetic dentistry offers solutions to address aesthetic imperfections so that you can look and feel your best! Keep reading to learn 3 ways that your dentist can contribute to your success by enhancing your grin.

If your teeth aren’t properly aligned, orthodontic treatments can have numerous health benefits including making teeth easier to clean, protecting teeth from damage, making it easier to chew, and preventing headaches due to stress to the TMJ. Two popular methods of straightening teeth out are conventional braces and Candid Pro clear aligners. Here’s a brief overview of the pros and cons of each to help you decide which option is best for you.

Clear aligner orthodontics revolutionized how people realign their teeth. Unlike the metal braces endured by previous generations, clear aligners (also called trays) are removable, virtually invisible, and require no dietary restrictions. However, if you don’t stay on top of your oral hygiene, your trays will become more inconspicuous and may threaten your dental health in the process. Here’s how you can take good care of your Candid Pro clear aligners so your smile can stay healthy while you straighten things out.

In the quest for a perfect smile, the allure of mail-in clear aligners can be tempting. After all, they offer the same type of orthodontic treatment as professional dentists, but for a fraction of the price, right? Wrong.

Beneath the promise of convenience lies a set of potential dangers that you should be aware of. Continue reading to learn of five significant risks associated with opting for mail-in clear aligners and why making informed decisions about your dental care is important.

If you’ve ever needed a dental crown before, it probably took multiple appointments. Nowadays, you can get a high-quality restoration during your lunch break. CEREC technology has revolutionized dental care. The advanced system allows for same-day dentistry. Here is how the state-of-the-art technology has become the go-to solution for dental crowns.

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As you’d expect, you can get the gist of same-day dental crowns from their name. Dentists rely on cutting-edge technology to make these restorations in just one visit. As a result, you can avoid having to book two separate dental appointments. Still, there’s more to the crowns than their quick creation process. They happen to have other notable and worthwhile features. With that said, here are four of these traits from your local Burien dentist.

Laser dentistry is one of those things that just inevitably sounds a little bit science fiction when you try to explain it. In reality, lasers are used fairly often in dentistry for a wide variety of purposes. The most common ones are in treating the gums, either reshaping them for cosmetic purposes or removing tissue that has been infected.

If you have a laser dentistry appointment coming up, you may be a little bit nervous about how you’ll feel after the treatment. For those wondering what aftercare may look like, and how to make it a little bit easier, here’s a guide that may offer you some useful information.

In the past, “gummy” smiles and gingivitis were only able to be treated with surgical procedures. However, thanks to advancements in dentistry and technology, you don’t have to necessarily undergo extensive treatment for these issues. Today, dentists can use a soft tissue laser to improve your smile comfortably, reliably, and safely. Read on to learn some of the benefits you can appreciate with this dental technology.

If you have a cavity, don’t feel too bad. Statistics show you are far from being the only one with tooth decay. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 92% of American adults between the ages of 20 and 64 have had at least one cavity. The good news is that now, more than ever, it is easier to treat and restore your smile. As a matter of fact, your dentist can even do it in one appointment with a same-day crown! But there are more benefits than just being a time saver. Here are four reasons for restoring your tooth with this advanced restoration.