There is a lot of press lately linking dental x-rays to brain cancer. While it is true that children should receive less radiation exposure, the clinical benefits of adult dental x-rays outweigh the negative ones. At Art of the Smile, we use digital radiography: not old-fashioned film x-rays. The amount of exposure is about 1/10th of radiation exposure compared to that traditionally used just 10 years ago !! Our office has the Nomad x-ray machine. It emits such a low dose of radiation, our hygienist, Susan (pictured) doesn't even have to leave the room to take an x-ray ! Still, we use ADA approved protective aprons and thyroid protectors to minimal exposure. Our patient's health is paramount Art of the Smile :)ABC News Video
Smoking has been found to cause lung cancer, but did you also know that smokers and tobacco users are susceptible to a variety of oral health problems at a faster rate than non-smokers?
Gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease, can be difficult to recognize. Ma”ny people do not recognize the warning signs - bleeding and swollen gums - as a precursor to gum disease. This month, a national campaign is underway to raise awareness about gum health and periodontal disease, and we at Art of the Smile wanted to do our part to help spread the word! 
It’s easy to tell when you have a cavity; but unfortunately, gum disease can exist in your mouth without you even knowing. In fact, you can have the beginning stages of gum disease without noticing any pain or discomfort. Since gum disease can be undetectable, it’s important to watch for warning signs in order to prevent the disease from worsening!
When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign treatment is so different than traditional braces. Well, there are more reasons to smile about Invisalign than you may know. Invisalign is a series of removable aligners that are nearly invisible, and besides straightening your teeth, can improve your oral health. Here’s how:
One word nobody wants to hear when they visit the dentist is Cavity! That’s right, the dreaded cavity; but what exactly is a cavity and how do you get one? A cavity is a hole that develops in a tooth when the tooth begins to decay. It’s important to get a cavity filled as soon as it’s detected so that it does not grow bigger. 
In our continuing efforts to provide the most advanced technology and highest quality care available to our patients, Art of the Smile screens our patients for oral cancer. The fact is, every hour of every day in the U.S., someone dies of oral cancer, which is the sixth-most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent, and oral cancer is one of the few cancers whose survival rate has not improved.
If you want great whitening results without the wait, check out Art of the Smile's Opalescence Boost! system from Ultradent. In just about an hour, you'll have whiter teeth you can see and a smile sure to knock their socks off. Here’s a description of the procedure:
We’ve all heard that biting your nails is an awful habit, but you many wonder- really- what’s so bad about it? Recently, our team at Art of the Smile found an interesting article that discusses how biting your nails affect your teeth and oral health.
Here at Art of the Smile, we are always encouraging our patients to maintain a high standard of oral health, especially with the past studies linking oral health with heart health. A study was recently published to determine the relationship between daily oral hygiene and heart health. An 8 year study tracking oral hygiene habits and the likelihood of heart problems found that individuals who "rarely" or "never" brushed their teeth had a much higher chance of a heart problem - 70% higher in fact! Take a look at the article by clicking here.
This upcoming Sunday - which happens to be Independence Day, of course - Dr. Tekin and our staff will celebrate our nation's 234th birthday. For most folks, the Fourth of July is a chance to celebrate and commemorate America's Declaration of Independence. It's also a time for every American to pay homage to all our soldiers, past, present and future - who lost their lives in battle - and the brave servicemen- and women who place themselves in harm's way every day so that we may continue enjoy our freedoms.
Your molars have many tiny grooves all along their surface; and, while brushing and flossing will help to clean your teeth and remove plaque from off the top of your teeth, you won’t always be able to get deep down inside these grooves to clean your teeth. Sealants are able to protect these vulnerable areas of your teeth from tooth decay by “sealing” off grooves and preventing plaque and bacteria from being stuck.
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