Terri Alani DDS Blog

Wearing Invisalign aligners gives you unprecedented freedom while straightening your teeth faster than with traditional methods. Your trays easily remove so you can eat and maintain your oral hygiene without struggling around wires and brackets. But to ensure your treatment is completed on schedule, you’ll need to wear your aligners for at least 22 hours each day. If you’re struggling to meet the minimum time requirement, here are a few tips for making the most of your tray-free time.

Cosmetic dentistry has long been associated with Hollywood stars and the elite, but in reality, it’s for everyone. Advances in technology, accessibility, and affordability have made it possible for people from all walks of life to enhance their smiles. While it used to be seen as a luxury, cosmetic dentistry is now a viable option for anyone seeking to improve their appearance and boost self-confidence. Here’s why.

If you haven’t been to the dentist for a checkup in a long time, you might be a little bit intimidated by the prospect. These preventive appointments are obviously an important opportunity to have your dentist check on the quality of your teeth and to clean in places you can’t normally reach, but they’re also a great opportunity to get information.

Knowing what to ask can make it a lot easier to learn more from a dentist about what you can do to facilitate excellent oral health. Here are a few questions that you might want to bring up at your appointment.

Dental crowns are used to reshape and protect teeth that are misshapen or compromised by extensive decay, injury, or an intensive dental treatment like a root canal. If you’re scheduled to receive one soon, you’re probably wondering what you can expect during the recovery period. Here’s a brief guide to recovering after getting a dental crown, including what kind of discomfort you can expect and a few tips for relieving it.

If you’re longing to address imperfections in your smile but don’t have the budget to invest in porcelain veneers, you’re in luck! Your dentist can address issues like cracked, chipped, discolored, or slightly gapped teeth with cosmetic dental bonding, instead. This cost-effective alternative treatment is a versatile solution that can enhance your appearance by mending or masking aesthetic flaws.

To do so, your dentist applies a small amount of tooth-colored composite resin directly to your pearly white and molds it into the perfect shape. Then, they harden it in place with a special curing light so that it bonds with your enamel. The results can last anywhere from 3 to 10 years, although there are a few things you can do to extend their longevity. Keep reading to learn about 3 of them!

As Easter approaches, families eagerly anticipate indulging in an array of delicious treats and candies. However, amidst the festivities, it’s essential to be mindful of the impact these sweet delights can have on oral health. Continue reading as we delve into some of the Easter candies that pose a risk to your teeth as well as provide insights into making healthier choices for your dental well-being.

Gum recession is a common dental health issue that can occur for a variety of reasons. It happens when the gum tissue begins to pull away from the teeth, leaving more of the roots exposed and making the teeth appear longer. While this can happen for reasons in or out of the patient’s control, your dentist or periodontist can treat the problem to prevent it from getting worse. Here’s a brief guide to gum recession, what causes it, and what can be done about it.

As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to prioritize your dental health by scheduling your early-year checkups! While it may be tempting to procrastinate or wait until you “need” to go to the dentist, don’t! There are many benefits to starting the year off with a visit to your friendly neighborhood dentist.

Why? Read on to explore why scheduling early-year checkups is great for maintaining your best oral health.

Entering the realm of dental procedures often raises concerns, especially when it comes to the potential for discomfort, a valid consideration in the context of dental crown treatments. Making informed decisions about your oral health hinges on knowing what lies ahead. Continue reading on as we tackle the question of whether dental crown placement brings about pain, offering clarity to alleviate any concerns you may harbor regarding this procedure.

The holidays are careening toward you at the speed of radio jingles and YouTube ads. So, it’s time to break out the turkeys and the tinsel once again. It’s no secret that some of the foods you may indulge in aren’t the best for your oral health, but how do you weed out the worst offenders?

Luckily, that’s where this guide comes in. If you want to learn about four foods that may turn your ho, ho, ho’s into ow, ow, ow’s, continue reading.