Westgate Dental Care Blog

It can be exciting to think about changing your smile’s appearance. Getting rid of the stains, chips, and gaps that have marred your aesthetics for years can finally be eliminated with the help of cosmetic dentistry. But before you start treatment, your dentist may discover you need periodontal therapy. Why? Read on to learn the importance of ensuring healthy gums before a cosmetic dentist enhances your pearly whites.

You may not realize it, but there are three types of tooth stains. Most people assume discoloration occurs because of smoking or years of drinking coffee, tea, and soda, but this common problem extends much farther. Of course, just knowing the cause of yellowing, dull teeth isn’t enough. In this article, you can expect to learn how to get rid of these stains and start embracing a brighter, more youthful appearance.

Yes, you can prevent gum disease.

Good oral health habits—thoroughly brushing your teeth with fluoride toothpaste after breakfast and before bed, while angling your toothbrush to include the gum line, and flossing your teeth daily to remove plaque–will help prevent gum disease. An electric toothbrush’s bristle movement might help to remove more plaque or food from your teeth and improve your gum health.

And just like that… Valentine’s Day is almost here! Whether you have plans with your long-time love or a new crush, it’s natural to have some questions about dating with dentures. After all, you don’t want to call unnecessary attention to them or miss out on a romantic moment because of them. With this in mind, keep reading to learn if kissing with dentures is possible, tips for dating with them, and how to keep your breath minty-fresh.

Do you know that holiday stress, pandemic stress or work stress—any kind of stress—can affect your oral health?

Today, more than ever, dentists see signs of stress showing up in the dentist’s office. 

At Westgate Dental Care, prevention is a priority. “It’s always about prevention,” said Dr. Agata Kluz of Westgate Dental Care. “It’s important to properly care for your teeth at home so we don’t need to treat any problems.”

It’s difficult to prepare for any emergency, but urgent dental problems can be especially troublesome. Most people don’t know what to do if you lose or break a tooth in an accident or have an abscessed tooth that causes extreme pain.

Has it been more than six months since you last visited your dentist? You’re not alone. From the shutdowns due to COVID to dental-related anxiety, there are several reasons patients skip their routine checkups and cleanings. If feeling embarrassed at the dentist is the root of the problem, there is some good news: that doesn’t have to stand in your way. To learn why, read on!

Between juicy turkey, sweet candy canes, savory pumpkin pie, and soft stuffing, the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year for your tastebuds. Your teeth, however, aren’t as happy. After all, many seasonal staples are loaded with sugar, which is a recipe for cavities. Don’t worry – that doesn’t mean you have to pass on all of your favorite festivities. Just keep the below oral health tips for the holidays in mind!

BOTOX, widely known as the wrinkle-smoothing elixir, is one of the most sought-after cosmetic treatments today. In fact, it’s been reported that this injection has increased in popularity by 700% since 2000. However, to this day, many patients assume a dermatologist or plastic surgeon is the professional to trust. In reality, it’s your dentist! Here’s why you should be getting BOTOX from a dentist.