Tracking Wisdom Teeth Development

wisdom teeth el paso txAs you grow into your smile, it’s important to keep an eye on how things are progressing. This is especially true during your late teens and into your early twenties, when your last set of molars called your wisdom teeth develop. These teeth are evolutionary holdovers from a time when humans had much larger jaws, and that means that you just might not have room for them. Wisdom teeth can cause real problems for growing smiles, including enamel damage, and for those who’ve just completed orthodontic treatment, they can undo all your hard work.

Here at Sunny Smiles, we understand the value of keeping up with your oral health. People of all ages need to come in for a checkup every six months, and when you’re in your teens, these visits are particularly important to keep an eye on the development of your third set of molars. So, if it’s been a while since your last visit, take the time to talk about your smile.

Wisdom teeth can pose real issues if ignored. Experience advanced imagery and quality care from Sunny Smiles.

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Keeping Up With Your Smile

Keeping Up With Your Smile el paso txWhen you skip your routine biannual checkups at the dentist, you really do put yourself at risk. The simple fact of the matter is that, even with a dedication to your brushing and flossing, you need professional help from time to time to catch the areas that you miss. Your checkups are also your chance to check in with your provider to see if you need to make any changes to your approach, so don’t put them off any longer.

With our caring team at Sunny Smiles, you’ve got someone looking out for your oral health. We understand the value of consistent prevention, and we’re here for you through thorough cleanings, quality examinations, and advanced imagery. It can become easy to let your routine visits to the dentist slide, but when you do, you open yourself up to a world of tooth decay, periodontal disease, and more. Take the time to come in for your next cleaning and examination.

Make the oral health effort. Schedule your next checkup at Sunny Smiles.

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See A Renewed, Brighter Smile

See a brighter smile el pasoIf you have a tough time looking in the mirror, ask your dentist about your options. Most of us have something that we would like to change about our smile, and since the summer is a time for showing it off, it could be the perfect time to ask about cosmetic dentistry. Whether you want a solution that helps you reach a fuller, Hollywood look, or if you need to remove stubborn stains from the surface of your teeth, we’re here to help you find your renewed brighter smile.

When you see Sunny Smiles, you’ve got a team that cares. We understand that cosmetic dental issues can make it harder to make it through the day, and we’ve got options to help. From safe and effective teeth whitening with Philips Zoom! to further assistance with dental bonding, porcelain veneers and more, our office is ready to work with you to reach your smile goals. It all starts with a checkup, so if you’re due for some dentistry, come in for your next checkup.

A more attractive smile is possible. Talk to our office about your next steps.

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Are You Taking Care Of Your Gums?

your gums el paso txYour teeth need some help in order to stay safe and strong. Without healthy gum tissue, it’s tough for you to be able to keep your smile’s quality where it needs to be, and this is not just a minor concern. Periodontal disease is routinely identified as the leading cause of adult tooth loss in this country, so it pays off to take care of your gums. Unfortunately, when you skip your routine biannual checkups at the dentist, you really do put yourself at risk.

At Sunny Smiles, we know that your gums play a real role in your smile’s safety. That’s why we stress the importance of your regular checkups, as your brushing and flossing can only do so much on its own. For most people, the goal is to come in twice each year for a dedicated cleaning and examination, and if your gumline has started to pull back from its natural location, it might be helpful to come in a little more often. Take the time to talk to your dentist about your schedule, then stick to it.

Your whole smile needs maintenance. Make sure you’re doing all you can with Sunny Smiles.

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Fix That Broken Tooth

Fix That Broken Tooth el paso txDid you manage to damage your smile through injury or tooth decay? When you lose the protection of your enamel, your tooth becomes at risk of a bacterial infection deep within, and that can be dangerous. Bacteria can make their way through the soft tissue of your pulp, eventually causing a seriously painful toothache that just will not go away. So, if you’ve been meaning to address your cracked, chipped, or broken tooth, we’re here to help.

With our friendly team at Sunny Smiles, you’ve got someone looking out for you. We understand that a broken tooth is a serious problem, and our office has solutions to help you renew your smile after tooth decay or injury. If it’s been longer than six months since your last dental checkup, you’re due for a visit anyway, so take this opportunity to find your way back to a positive dental path.

Breaking a tooth means taking the time for restoration. Find out more about your next steps with Sunny Smiles.

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Start Their Vacation With A Checkup

Start Their Vacation With A Checkup el paso txIs your little one up to date with their cleanings and examinations? If it’s been longer than six months since their last visit, then the answer is no. Most children need to see their provider twice each year for a biannual dental checkup, and some little ones could benefit from an accelerated schedule, so make sure they’re staying on the right track. The start of summer brings oral health opportunities, so start their vacation with their next visit.

Here at Sunny Smiles, we know that your little one needs to stick close to their oral health team as they grow. Their smiles develop quickly, and they form their dental habits at an early age, so make sure you’re keeping them on the correct timeline of treatment. If it’s been a while since they were last in the dental chair, reach out to our office to set up a time to talk about their needs.

Time for their next checkup? Before you head off for your trip, bring them in for a checkup.

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Coffee Stains Leave Their Mark

coffee stains el paso txSome of our favorite foods and drinks can leave lasting reminders on the surface of our teeth. Coffee stains can be truly tough to remove on your own, however, even though there seem to be a million different over-the-counter whitening products out there. If you’re tired of seeing a dull or yellowed smile in the mirror, you’re ready to talk to your dentist about your teeth whitening options. None of those supermarket products offer the expertise of a dental professional.

When you work with Sunny Smiles, you’ve got a local, trusted oral health team. We can help you to understand what’s available to you, and what’s achievable when it comes to improving your smile’s appearance. Our office offers Philips Zoom! teeth whitening, helping you to see a brighter smile in the mirror while keeping the focus on keeping your teeth safe. So, if it’s time to talk about a brighter smile, we’re here to listen.

Coffee stains can be tricky. Fight back against enamel staining with effective teeth whitening from Sunny Smiles.

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Been A Bit Since Your Last Checkup?

Your last checkup? el paso txYou take the time twice each day to brush your teeth, for a full two minutes each time. You also make sure to floss each and every day, getting the spots in between. But even with a dedication to your at-home oral health maintenance routine, it’s still important to come in for your biannual checkups; the simple truth is that you simply cannot handle it all yourself. So, if it’s been a while since your last checkup, make the effort and come in for a cleaning and an examination.

With our neighborhood team at Sunny Smiles, you can keep up with your smile needs through consistent preventive care. Our office knows that there are real advantages to staying on schedule, as plaque and tartar can do real damage, including tooth decay, periodontal disease and more. For most patients, the goal is to come in twice each year for a dedicated cleaning of the surface of your teeth, as well as a visual exam and any necessary imagery, and we’re ready if you are.

Make your way back to a positive treatment schedule. Call Sunny Smiles today to set up a time for your next visit.

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Have A Cavity? Come In For A Filling Today

El Paso, TX, dentist offers restorative cavity fillings

Did your dentist tell you that you had a cavity at your last appointment? If so, you need to plan a filling for it as soon as possible to prevent further problems. Dental fillings are minimally invasive treatments that can stop the decay from spreading. The material we use for this treatment blends in with your other teeth, so you don’t have to worry about your restoration sticking out. In our blog today, the team at Sunny Smiles is here to tell you about a few benefits of having your cavity filled.

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Be Ready For The Summer With A Whiter Smile

Be Ready El paso TXAre you planning a big trip this summer? This is always an exciting time of the year, as the refresh of spring turns to summer fun, and it can also be an opportunity to improve your oral health efforts and even whiten your smile. If it’s been longer than six months since your last checkup, you’re due for a visit. Your biannual checkups are a vital part of your smile maintenance, helping you to avoid plaque and tartar buildup, so don’t put them off; be ready for the summer.

With our friendly neighborhood team at Sunny Smiles, you can lift your stubborn stains with teeth whitening treatment that actually works. We know there are a million different over-the-counter products at your local drugstore, but those supermarket solutions can often provide more questions than they do answers. From safe and effective teeth whitening with Philips Zoom! to porcelain veneers and more, so when you’re ready, we are too.

Are you ready for photos by the pool? Work toward your smile goals with Sunny Smiles.

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