It’s not uncommon for patients to spend months or even years deciding whether or not to pursue teeth whitening, veneers, and other cosmetic dental procedures. Is it really worth the cost? Should I spend the …
Chronic Bad Breath? You May Need to Visit the Dentist
You might feel embarrassed about your bad breath, but you should never hesitate to bring it up with your dentist—that’s what we’re here for! According to the American Dental Association, at least 50 percent of …
How to Maintain Your Oral Health During Pregnancy
A potential link between gum disease in pregnant women and premature birth with a low birth weight has been found in research. Estimates suggest that 18% of premature births may begin with periodontal disease. Proper …
Why iTero?
iTero is a 3D imaging system that replaces the messy, cumbersome process of creating dental impressions. We introduced it to Kensington Natural Smiles for its greater accuracy and precision, which gives us a more complete …
How Digital Technology Is Revolutionizing Dentistry
The digital revolution is improving all aspects of daily life. It is a particularly exciting time in dentistry as we are marrying ever evolving technology with the very best in old-fashioned patient care. Here are …
How Dry Mouth Affects Your Oral Health
Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common condition that prevents adequate levels of saliva from being produced. It can be caused by many factors, from serious medical conditions to certain medications. Untreated dry mouth can …
The 5 Benefits of Dental Implants
Although dentures were, for centuries, the treatment of choice to replace missing or failing teeth, dental implants have become the new gold standard. Dentures rest on the gums and are prone to pinching and slipping, but …
A Step by Step Guide to Dental Implants
Dentures and dental bridges were long the best options to replace missing or failing teeth. Today, though, there is a better option. Dental implants are the new gold standard. Strong and durable, dental implants can easily …
Diabetes and Gum Disease
The majority of American adults have some form of gum disease, and diabetes dramatically increases your risk. In addition, serious gum infections can make it more difficult to control your blood glucose levels. While scrupulous …