What is Tooth Grinding? Tooth grinding (or bruxism in doctor-speak) is a common behavior among people of all ages. It is when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw or rubs their teeth together. Tooth grinding can occur during the day or night and can affect children and adults. Some people grind their teeth intermittently when […]
Porcelain Veneers
Health Habits To Keep You Smiling
In today’s post, we will concentrate on vital behaviors that affect oral health. Of course, effective brushing and flossing are two important habits for healthy teeth, but there are many more things we can do to maintain a healthy smile. Diet Do’s Do eat a nutritious diet with a variety of foods. This is required […]
This Is The Year For A New Smile!
Hello! Welcome to our dental blog. At Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS we create total smile makeovers for our patients. If you are not familiar with the latest dental advances, you might not realize what cosmetic dentistry can do for you. If you are not satisfied with your smile, or are embarrassed […]
The Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS Guide To Teeth Whitening
So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s an economical way to enhance your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings. Here are 5 things Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS recommends when it comes to teeth whitening: Meet with your dentist for […]
Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS Treats Canker Sores, Lesions, And Fever Blisters
At Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS, one of the most common complaints we hear from Maple Grove dentistry patients is problems with mouth sores. There are many different kinds of oral lesions that can make eating and talking painful. Some are annoying yet harmless, while other sores are more serious and require […]
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers do not make your teeth look larger – unless you want them to. A veneer can correct many flaws and is a minimally invasive restoration. Porcelain veneers are among the cosmetic dentistry procedures available at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. Veneers are an easy way to cover chips or cracks in […]
Are You Smiling?
The importance of brushing and flossing your teeth twice a day is something we stress to all of our patients. Along with regular checkups and cleanings at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove, it’s the best way to maintain your beautiful smile. A good dental hygiene routine, something you do every single day without fail, […]
Just Like Natural Teeth (Naturally Perfect Teeth, That Is!)
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
Hello friends and neighbors in the Maple Grove area! This post from Arbor Lakes Dental looks at porcelain veneers, which are a terrific, minimally-invasive answer for cracked, stained, or chipped teeth. Porcelain veneers are custom-fitted glass-like porcelain shells that are permanently attached to the surface of the teeth that need correcting. A veneer can transform […]
Porcelain Veneers: 7 Fast Fixes
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers
This blog post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove focuses on porcelain veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry. Porcelain veneers are custom made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. Wafer-thin, super-strong veneers can correct a variety of problems including: Chips Cracks Stains Teeth that are misshapen Teeth […]
Beautiful Smile! Teeth Whitening in Maple Grove
As the years go by, our teeth naturally lose their youthful luster. Dark colored foods and drinks speed up the process, but even people who avoid coffee, wine and cola are not immune to yellow or gray teeth. Want to brighten up your smile? Teeth whitening at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove is one […]
