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Diagnosing Periodontal Disease

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 29, 2016 | Cosmetic Dentistry | 0 comments

Periodontal disease – also known as gum disease and periodontitis – is a common condition that leads to inflammation of the gums, redness, tenderness, and bleeding. Essentially, it affects the soft tissues around the tooth, and in its advanced stages it can also...

Is Fluoride Good for Teeth?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 1, 2016 | Cosmetic Dentistry | 0 comments

Fluoride is a fantastic natural mineral that occurs in water and many foods. It helps prevent cavities and tooth decay by making our teeth more resistant to harmful corrosive acids from things like sugars and plaque bacteria. Fluoride also reverses early tooth decay...

The 5 Top Affordable Cosmetic Dentistry Options

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 25, 2015 | Cosmetic Dentistry | 0 comments

Everyone wants a beautiful smile. It boosts your confidence and self-esteem, gives you better professional and interpersonal opportunities like landing that job or getting a date, and in most cases it will help your oral hygiene and make you healthier! As more and...

Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Cosmetic Dentist

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Mar 26, 2015 | Cosmetic Dentistry | 0 comments

Experts recently conducted a survey to find the out the top reasons why the cosmetic dentist industry is so popular today. Some of the reasons may even surprise you. To improve health: Decaying and damaged teeth and gums could greatly impact your overall health. There...

The Benefits of Cosmetic Dentistry

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 24, 2015 | Cosmetic Dentistry | 0 comments

Cosmetic dentistry procedures are often very involved, and require aftercare and upkeep. So why invest in cosmetic dentistry? According to experts, the key benefits are to your overall self-confidence and health. When you have a nice, healthy, white smile, your...

How to Choose a Cosmetic Dentist

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Feb 17, 2015 | Cosmetic Dentistry | 0 comments

Choosing the perfect cosmetic dentist in Long Beach can be a tough process. The number of qualified dentists in the budding cosmetic industry is increasing, and they all offer a variety of procedures. Your choices can be overwhelming if you don’t have the right tools...
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