It’s that time of year when sweets abound. Whatever holiday you celebrate, there is good chance you will be in the presence of a smorgasbord of sweet treats at one point or another. Maybe you’ll be faced with choices at the office holiday party, a family get-together, a raucous gathering of friends, or a New Year’s celebration. All you need to know is that plenty of those delicious and tempting treats can do a serious number on your enamel, your teeth, and your smile as a whole (not to mention your waistline).
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Your Smile Makeover Resolution for the New Year
Even if you’re someone who doesn’t believe in New Year’s resolutions, or you think those whispers to yourself or declarations to all who will listen are just a set-up for failure, we implore you to give resolutions another chance. This time, make a promise to yourself that involves becoming a better you – and opt for the one thing that is guaranteed to make you look happier, healthier, younger, and better: a smile makeover.
Is Your Smile Ready for Love? 5 Reasons You Need a Smile Makeover
When the holidays roll around, one of the things single people often focus on is their relationship status, or lack thereof. This is a time of year when people take stock of their lives, where they’re going, where they’ve been, where they want to be – and who they want to be doing all of these things with. However, if you’re alone in Manhattan, the biggest contemplation might be, “What’s wrong with me?” Have you ever taken the time to consider if your smile is holding you back from finding love?
Are People Talking About Your Bad Teeth?
When you have bad teeth, you know it. You very likely go to great lengths to hide your teeth when you smile or talk, or perhaps you don’t say much at all or smile very often because you’re embarrassed about how your teeth look. It would be untrue to say that people aren’t judging you because of your teeth, especially in the concrete jungle. While anything goes in Manhattan, damaged or missing teeth are still not on the list of acceptable accessories. But you can change all of that with one decision – getting a smile makeover.
A New Smile: Your Best Holiday Accessory
As the holiday season gets into full swing, invitations to gatherings, parties, getaways, and special events will begin arriving. You may be focused on finding the perfect dress, shoes, suit, or outerwear for each occasion, but your smile is the best accessory you can have. That is, of course, if your smile is in good condition.
How to Get a Smile Like People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive
People magazine’s eagerly anticipated annual reveal has arrived – the naming of the 2016 Sexiest Man Alive. This year, the honor goes to Dwayne Johnson, perhaps more commonly known as The Rock. A former pro wrestling star turned actor, Johnson is certainly recognized for his sheer size and presence. But it’s that megawatt white grin of his that really turns heads.
Repair the Side Effects of Teeth Grinding with Cosmetic Dentistry
Whether it’s politics, parenting, or work that has you unconsciously grinding your teeth day and night, stopping this involuntary movement is the first battle. TMJ treatment is easily accomplished with a customized oral appliance or bite guard. But then you may discover that, even though your grinding has ceased, your teeth have been left in poor shape because of the habit. Cosmetic dentistry can help.
5 Ways to Enjoy Wine without Staining Your Teeth
Oh that delicious red wine. The wine that is your reward at the end of a long day or your finest accompaniment to a rich meal. While a little vino can do you some good, (just like a good cup of joe) this beverage doesn’t do your teeth any favors. Red wine stains are noticeable and dramatic, leaving your enamel purplish, bluish, or greyish.
5 Creepy Ways Halloween Candy Can Ruin Your Cosmetic Dentistry
The National Retail Federation reports that 94.3 percent of Americans will spend $2.5 billion on Halloween candy this year. You may claim that all those sweets are for the trick-or-treaters alone, but we know it’s nearly impossible to avoid indulging yourself. Even if you do manage to hand out every last piece of candy to Darth Vader and Princess Aurora, zombies and witches, there are still your kids’ treat bags to tempt you. Of course, you should be able to enjoy Halloween just like everyone else, but if you have cosmetic dentistry of any kind, choose your candy wisely.
Keeping Up with Cosmetic Dentistry: Dr. Wei Completes Smile Design Course
The best cosmetic dentistry practices are home to dental professionals who take their continuing education seriously. In order to advance his Manhattan cosmetic dentistry office, Dr. Michael J. Wei pursues and completes continuing education courses on a regular basis. Keeping up with the latest innovations in modern dentistry allows Dr. Wei to continually improve his dental skills and offer the very best treatments and solutions to each of his patients.
Is Your Starbucks Addiction Ruining Your Smile?
There are over 200 Starbucks in the borough of Manhattan. If you have a coffee addiction, you’re never more than half a dozen blocks, give or take, from a Starbucks counter. Even if you don’t love Starbucks and you just need a cup of java to keep you going throughout the day, every sip you take is another ding to your tooth enamel. Your love of coffee, while it may be essential for daily survival, can actually be the downfall of your smile.
Does Clinton or Trump Have a Presidential Smile?
Last night’s first presidential debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump may have left Americans with more questions than answers, but one thing is for sure: Their mouths were center stage. From grimaces to smiles, arguments to compliments, the nation was watching the sources of all the words, jargon, insults, and statistics. When you’re in the spotlight in your personal or professional life, the same holds true – your teeth and smile, whether you like it or not, speak volumes about you. Is your oral health ready for the hot seat? Or are you in desperate need of a smile makeover?
