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Have A Seamless Smile with Tooth-Colored Fillings

August 21, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — docmichael @ 2:43 pm

Whenever someone receives any sort of dental treatment, they tend to like for their results to look as natural as possible. Though some would like to opt for a drastic change in their appearance, there are some who simply wish to look like improved, natural versions of themselves. The same concept can be applied when talking about fillings. Having metal, also known as amalgam, fillings can give your smile an unpleasant aesthetic, making your dental work obvious. Though you may think nothing can be done regarding your metal fillings, Dr. Michael Michel is able to give his patients the natural appearance to their smile that they have been wanting by offering tooth-colored fillings at his Topeka, KS dental office.

Aside from being displeasing to the eye, metal fillings are also unhealthy to your body. Metal fillings contain mercury, a highly toxic element. When left to sit in your smile, the toxins have the potential to enter your blood stream, affecting other areas of your body. Tooth-colored fillings are not only better for your smile, but for your overall health as well.

One of the great things about tooth-colored fillings is the fact that more of your natural tooth structure is able to be saved than with metal fillings. This form of conservative dentistry gives us the ability to not only make your smile look more natural, but it will actually be more natural. Being able to be sturdy against temperature change and breakage, tooth-colored fillings are much stronger than traditional metal fillings. When making your filling, we will be able to make it to where it exactly matches the color of your natural smile, making it blend it seamlessly. If you would like to make your smile look and feel more natural with tooth-colored fillings and would like the help of Dr. Michel, contact our office today!

At Michel Dental, we offer quality dental care for a distinctive smile. Our Topeka dental office serves patients from Emporia, Lawrence, Manhattan, and surrounding areas. Call us today to schedule your appointment.

Which Toothpaste Is Best for You?

August 7, 2014

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , — docmichael @ 2:43 pm

Many people underestimate the importance of brushing and flossing their teeth every day. Though it may seem simple, brushing and flossing your teeth on a daily basis, multiple times a day, can really affect the overall health of your smile and your body. Any time you walk down the oral care aisle, you may feel overwhelmed with the hundreds of options for toothpastes. With different flavors, some promising a whiter smile, you may not know which toothpaste is just right for you and your smile. Dr. Barry Polansky wants his patients to well-informed when walking down the oral care aisle to make sure they are knowledgeable in toothpastes and how it can benefit their smiles.

When looking for a toothpaste, a very important thing to look for is making sure the toothpaste has fluoride. Fluoride is a natural mineral that deters tooth decay, such as cavities, as well as attracts other minerals to strengthen your smile. Also, any time you eat or drink, the bacteria in your mouth release an acid when feeding off of the sugars and starches left behind; fluoride is a great way of fighting off that acid.

Making sure your toothpaste as tartar control is another great thing to look for. Tartar, which is hardened plaque, has the potential to put your smile at a higher risk for gum disease and other types of dental decay if left untreated. There are some toothpastes out there that contain Triclosan. Triclosan is an antibiotic that kills the bacteria in your mouth. Making sure whatever toothpaste you choose is ADA approved is essential. When a toothpaste is ADA approved, it contains fluoride, killing two birds with one stone. These few tips will definitely make it easier for you when deciding on a toothpaste that is right for you, and you will be on the road to better oral health in no time!

At Michel Dental, we offer quality dental care for a distinctive smile. Our Topeka dental office serves patients from Emporia, Lawrence, Manhattan, and surrounding areas. Call us today to schedule your appointment.