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Upon an initial examination, you doctor here at Advanced Dental Group will decide if Invisalign is right for you. He will then write a treatment plan and take an impression of your teeth. Thanks to the latest advances in 3-D computer technology, Invisalign carefully translates you doctors’ instructions into a series of precisely customized aligners. The aligners will move your teeth gradually week by week until you achieve the smile you have always desired. For more information about Invisalign, please call Advanced Dental Group at (561) 689-0872 and we will be happy to give you more information.

It is important to consume adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables. These food groups provide vital nutrients that allow your body to function at its best. Multiple studies have shown that orange juice, lemon juice and grapefruit juice all can be acidic and harmful to your teeth. It is possible for these acids to harm not only your teeth but dental restorations as well. These fruits are important parts of your overall diet but limiting the amount of citric juice intake to once or twice a day is recommended. Advanced Dental Group recommends you avoid sipping on acidic liquids all day long. Using a straw to avoid contact with the teeth and gently rinsing your mouth with water after drinking acidic juices is a way to reduce your risk.

Sports Drinks vs. Teeth

Sports drinks and energy drinks might seem like healthy alternatives to soda, but they are not healthier for your teeth. Here at Advanced Dental Group, we often see damage to the teeth and smile due to sports drinks. A new study from New York University College of Dentistry shows that sports drinks contain high levels of acids that may be linked to a condition called “erosive tooth wear”. In just 90 minutes of exposure to sports drinks over the course of a day the enamel coating on the teeth can be damaged and the teeth weakened. Sports drinks also contain a lot of sugar. In only a 12oz bottle of Gatorade, there are 10 and a half teaspoon of sugar. Most people do not drink only 12oz, they go for the 24 or 36 oz bottles. That can really add up on the amount of sugar we should be consuming daily. And can really add up on the amount of cavities that can occur!

Soda vs. Teeth

Dentists at Advanced Dental Group often see the damage to teeth caused by soft drinks. Most people seem to be aware of the damaging effect of soft drinks on their teeth but are not concerned by it. According to the American Dental Association, Americans drink more than 53 gallons of soft drinks per person per year. Some soft drinks contain more than 11 spoonfuls of sugar (like Sunkist) which is used by the bacteria in your mouth to cause decay. Of greater concern is dental erosion, which is caused by acids in soda such as carbonic acid, citric acid, and phosphoric acid. You have seen what happens to a penny when you soak it in soda for a few hours. Over time these acids can damage the enamel of your teeth and lead to decay and need to restore those cavities. If a beautiful, healthy smile is your goal than avoiding soda is a good idea. If you are concerned about your smile, feel free to call Advanced Dental Group at (561) 689-0872 to schedule an appointment and keep your teeth healthy and radiant.

A crown saves the tooth and feels comfortable and natural in your mouth. When a tooth is injured by decay, fracture, or has had too many fillings, your dentist may recommend supporting the entire tooth with a crown. Attention to detail is considered whether the crown is all porcelain or an underlying metal substructure is required for strength and stability.

A bridge replaces the space where one or more teeth have been lost. The bridge is cemented to the natural teeth and feels natural and comfortable in your mouth. Your dentist will decide if the bridge is metal free with all porcelain or if a metal substructure is needed for strength.

People with stained or dull teeth will benefit from whitening, a safe, effective means to whiten stained, discolored or dull teeth (or even a single tooth). In-office and supervised at-home whitening systems are available. At-home systems should be individually fitted and monitored by your friends at Advanced Dental Group.

Prophy jet polishing system is available during hygiene visits. It removes coffee and cigarette stains without the use of chemicals

New dental technology has made Porcelain Veneers a very popular and sought after treatment. Many times this will enhance your entire smile and make you look much younger with whiter, straighter teeth.

Smile Design incorporates digital computer imaging that allows you to get an approximate preview of your after smile before the actual treatment is done.

Porcelain Laminates, made by the best lab technicians, are an overlay of porcelain that fit over your conservatively prepared existing teeth. These laminates of porcelain are more conservative than crowns and when properly done rebuilds your smile to a more ideal length, position, and whiter shade.

Advanced Dental Group of West Palm Beach Florida provides expert porcelain veneers, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening and more. Call Today (561) 689-0872