Most people agree that bright and healthy smiles are more attractive than dull smiles. At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, we use cosmetic dentistry to give our patients bright, healthy and beautiful smiles they love. Cosmetic dentistry is very versatile. It creates positive changes to your smile with a blend of function and appearance. […]
Look Younger With A Smile Makeover
You may have heard that cosmetic dentistry procedures can totally transform a smile, and you may be a little skeptical of the claims. Total transformation, after all, is a tall order. Let us reassure you: at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, we work miracles with modern cosmetic dentistry. The success of smile makeovers depend upon […]
Notes from the American Dental Association about Whitening
From www.ada.org: Brushing and flossing are everyday ways to keep your teeth bright, white and healthy. Still, if you might feel like your smile is lacking some sparkle or is more yellow than it used to be, you’re not alone. When the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry asked people what they’d most like to improve […]
Does whitening damage teeth?
Studies have shown that when properly done on patients with no active decay, there is no damage. According to the American Dental Association, damage to teeth after whitening can occur with overuse of at-home whitening systems as these are administered without the supervision of a dental professional. Damage could also occur in the enamel if […]
Dental Implants
Let’s deal with the most common misconception about dental implants… Implants are wonderful, yes, but they work a little differently than you may think. For some patients, only one tooth is missing, either congenitally or due to a trauma. In this case, if the bone is strong and healthy, and there is enough of it, […]
Internal Bleaching of a Tooth
Bleaching a non-vital tooth, a tooth that has had a root canal, works differently from bleaching the surface of the teeth. Over time a tooth that has had a root canal can look discolored, which is happening from inside the tooth. In most cases, using a standard bleaching procedure to bleach your teeth, such as […]