Invisalign: An Adult Answer To Straightening Teeth

Invisalign: An Adult Answer To Straightening Teeth Orthodontic treatment is often thought of as something only children and teenagers need, but the reality is that adults can also benefit from orthodontic care. In fact, nearly 25% of people under orthodontic care are adults. Dr. Mimi Theerathada and the team here at Westlake Smile Studio understand […]

The Many Advantages Of Laser Dentistry

The Many Advantages Of Laser Dentistry As many as 24% of individuals fear going to the dentist, and one of the most anxiety-producing elements is the drill. If you’re not a fan of the drill, you’ll be happy to know that lasers can help treat dental cavities without a drill. In fact, lasers have been […]

Spring Clean Your Teeth with a Professional Cleaning to Prevent Future Problems

Spring Clean Your Teeth with a Professional Cleaning to Prevent Future Problems The American Dental Association recommends that you receive two dental exams and professional cleanings per year. During your cleaning, plaque and tartar are removed and your teeth are polished with a gritty paste. A professional cleaning is much more than just a polish, […]

Five Things to Know About Zoom In-Office Teeth Whitening

Five Things to Know About Zoom In-Office Teeth Whitening Are your pearly whites … not so white? Foods — including berries, red wine, and curry sauces — can leave your teeth stained. Smoking and age can affect the shade of your teeth as well. Luckily, many types of stains can be removed with professional whitening […]

Is a Dental Bridge the Right Choice to Replace My Missing Teeth?

Is a Dental Bridge the Right Choice to Replace My Missing Teeth? Close to 180 million Americans are missing at least one permanent tooth, and for many, their smiles and bites are still intact thanks to dental bridges and other tooth restoration techniques. Dental bridges fill the gaps with life-like artificial crowns that closely match […]

How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Fix Your Cracked, Misaligned, or Discolored Teeth (and More!)

How Cosmetic Dentistry Can Fix Your Cracked, Misaligned, or Discolored Teeth (and More!) When you smile, do you ever feel self-conscious, uncomfortable, or even nervous people will laugh or make a statement about your teeth? It’s not uncommon. In a world that constantly bombards us with advertisements, films, and other media that almost exclusively includes […]

Do You Need An Oral Cancer Screening

Do You Need An Oral Cancer Screening? There are a lot of myths regarding oral cancer. The most common myth is that it only affects smokers. Oral cancer refers to cancer in any part of the oral cavity, including the lips, gums, inside of the cheeks, roof of the mouth, back of the throat, and […]