With the constant media coverage of celebrities, many Bloomington dental patients are interested in having a smile like the stars. With an experienced dentist and the right smile makeover procedures, anyone can have a smile they want to show off. Many smile makeovers include teeth whitening. Most drugstores sell over-the-counter whitening strips and gels. Create …
At Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore, we provide comprehensive full service dentistry for patients in Bloomington and surrounding communities. Our friendly team of skilled hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff help meet and exceed our patients’ expectations. At Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore, we understand the value of a …
Tooth replacement has been a highly requested dental procedure at Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore. When our patients ask us about tooth restoration, we generally tell them about fixed (or traditional) dental bridges and tooth implants. A dental bridge is an artificial tooth which replaces a missing tooth. The false tooth—called a …
Today the team at Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore in Bloomington examines eruption charts. An eruption chart is simply a listing of the different types of teeth in the mouth and when, typically, they come out, or ‘erupt’ from the gums. An eruption chart tells you when you can expect baby teeth …
If you are wearing dentures in Bloomington, you know that they are not the best solution for missing teeth. Denture problems include slipping, gum irritation, and trouble eating. At Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore we can help discuss whether you need dentures or if there’s a better option. 1. Dentures are not the …
Hi! Welcome to the Create A Smile, PC – Dr. Ken Moore dental blog where we take the time to answer dental questions. Today we are focusing on fabulous veneers, which are used extensively in cosmetic dentistry. Dental veneers (also called laminates) are custom made to permanently cover the front part of one or more teeth. …
THERE ARE A LOT of things that can leave stains on our teeth, and stains can come in many different colors. You could see yellow stains, brown stains, or even the temporary stain from eating brightly colored candy, but what about when the stain is white? Where do those white spots come from, and is there …
A smile makeover can boost your confidence for an upcoming job interview, promotion or new relationship. The process may include teeth whitening, invisible braces, veneers, dental implants, or gum tissue graft surgery. We want to create the perfect smile for you at Create a Smile, PC, in Bloomington where we create beautiful smiles for our cosmetic dentistry …
“BRUSH YOUR TEETH for two full minutes twice a day and floss your teeth once a day.” You’ve probably lost count of how many times you’ve heard that, but how often have you heard that you should be cleaning your tongue every day too? The Difference A Clean Tongue Makes More bacteria likes to live on …
IT CAN BE SHOCKING how fast children grow. All that growth requires plenty of good nutrients, and that applies to teeth and gums as well. So what are the most important vitamins and minerals parents should make sure their kids are getting to build those healthy smiles? Calcium You probably saw this one coming, but calcium …
