It’s no secret. Going to the dentist isn’t at the top of your list when it comes to fun things to do. More than 60% of people are scared to go to the dentist because they fear pain during or after a treatment or even the “frightening noise of the dental drill.” But not all…
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Improve Your Smile Before Your Next Vacay! Here’s How to Get Nice Teeth

Do you cover your mouth with your hand when you laugh? In pictures, do you try to smile with your mouth closed? Many people do. More than half of Americans feel insecure about their teeth, and one in two will always try to smile with their mouth closed, according to a study cited in the…
Help! My Tooth Broke! What Do I Do?

A chipped or broken tooth can be more than uncomfortable and painful. It can also tarnish your smile and cause you to feel less than your best. Life’s too short for that! Thankfully, there are plenty of solutions for getting broken teeth fixed. Just ask Dr. Dan at Ponderosa Dental! Why Do Teeth Crack or…
Prevention & Treatment for 7 Common Dental Crown Problems

If you have a severely damaged, decaying, or missing tooth, a dental crown can feel like a lifesaver by restoring your tooth to its normal size and shape. Finally — you can eat comfortably and smile with confidence again! But while a dental crown is a strong, long-term solution for fixing damaged teeth, it can…
7 Common Zoom Whitening Questions, Answered

When you’re ready to enhance your smile, you don’t want to wait! You want whiter teeth as fast as possible. There are pictures to be taken, dates to go on, people to meet, and experiences you want to have — but only with the smile of your dreams. Zoom teeth whitening can give you brilliantly…
Do I Have an Overbite? How to Tell & What to Do

Overbites are quite common, and many people have them. But what happens if your overbite is too big or too small? Are their complications associated with having an overbite? While everyone’s teeth are different, there are a few common concerns that come with having a problematic overbite. We’re here to break down what an overbite…
Why Are My Teeth Yellow When I Brush Them Every Day?

You watch your kids playing at the park, someone compliments your outfit, or you meet a stranger on a blind date — these are all moments that should cause you to smile, but you don’t. Your teeth are yellow, even though you brush them every day. Why are your teeth discolored, and what can you…