You may have heard that there are a number of things you could do to deal with yellowed teeth, such as inadequate oral care or eating and drinking certain foods. You might also know that there are a number of things you could consider, including teeth whitening. Still, do you what would you could do about a tooth that’s turned... read more »

You are likely among the many who do not realize the ways that issues in the mouth can affect other parts of the body. An abscessed tooth, an infection which usually results from severe tooth decay, occurs at the root of a tooth. The main symptom of an abscessed tooth is a very bad toothache. A few other common symptoms... read more »

Perhaps you’ve seen the “ADA accepted” logo on your toothpaste container and you want to know what that’s about. Or maybe you just want to know about dentist regulations. Here are a few FAQs about The American Dental Association (ADA).   What is the American Dental Association (ADA)? The ADA is run by an elected Board of Trustees and House... read more »

Did you know there are ways you can harm your teeth and gums while you brush and floss? Well, it’s true, which is why it’s important to properly clean your smile each and every day. To help you do so, our The Smile Studio dental team has happily provided the following instructions on how to properly brush and floss your... read more »

Tooth sensitivity problems can cause you to limit your food and beverage choices. Beyond the adverse effects to your quality of life, tooth sensitivity can also be a symptom of weakened tooth enamel. If you enjoy acidic foods and beverages on a regular basis, it can gradually erode the mineral density of your tooth enamel. If it's not counteracted in... read more »

Your tooth enamel has various microscopic textures that can trap staining particles from dark foods and beverages. If these minor surface stains are not removed in a timely manner, they can start to penetrate deeper and deeper into your teeth, causing more significant stains. Brushing your teeth with a whitening toothpaste can be a convenient way of brightening minor surface... read more »

Did you know there are winter sports that can harm your smile? There are many activities that can damage your teeth and gums if you’re not careful. This is why you should protect your smile with a mouthguard. The sports we encourage you to participate in while you wear a mouthguard include: -Basketball: Basketball is a high-contact sport that involves... read more »

A smile that has been stained by dark foods and beverages, tobacco use or the general passage of time can leave you feeling self-conscious. Many people in a situation like this reach out to Dr. Chad Ellis to understand their options for whitening their smiles. One way to brighten minor surface stains is to use whitening strips. The topical form... read more »

Have you ever heard of dental inlays and onlays? What do you know about the benefits of these treatments? Briefly, these treatments are especially useful because they can be used to repair damage that a crown or filling isn’t the best option for. But there is more to them than that. At times, a dental crown may be recommended because... read more »

At The Smile Studio in Orem, Utah, we encourage you to consider how important your oral health is to your overall health. A healthy smile not only benefits your looks but your body as well. According to the findings of Dr. Lissa Rankin in her bestseller, “Mind Over Medicine”, happy people live up to ten years longer than unhappy people,... read more »