Whether it’s in order to achieve a perfect a smile or because we want to have healthy teeth that are free of overbites and underbites, having straight teeth is something we all aspire to have. Back in the day, this meant resorting to rather unseemly braces that were effective but nevertheless caught the eye in a none-too-pleasing fashion.

Fortunately, in this day and age, a technology called Invisalign^® exists that ensures optimum tooth correction without drawing any attention to itself. If you’re interested in having straight teeth but aren’t sure how to go about doing so, let’s examine the four main reasons why Invisalign^® aligners might be the perfect choice for you: (more…)

If one were to tally all the aspirations people have with regards to their looks, owning a great smile would probably figure at or near the top of most people’s lists. That’s because a great smile is a tremendous asset in life and a big confidence booster to boot. Needless to say, having pearly white teeth plays a significant role in feeling your best.

Unfortunately, for many people, this goal is fairly hard to achieve, given the fact that common foods and drinks tend to have an adverse effect on the color of our teeth. Even something as banal as coffee can easily lead to stained teeth in no time, making it a priority to address these concerns through more proactive means.

At Westgate Dental Care, we believe that people should always have a choice when it comes to undergoing dental treatments. That’s why we offer both in-office whitening sessions and at-home kits to all our patients.

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48% of adults think a smile is the most memorable feature when they first meet someone.

As a medical profession, dentistry has always bridged the gap between the functional and the aesthetic. For purposes ranging from tooth restoration to orthodontics, people visit dentists every day in order to both look better and be healthier. The former role is fulfilled by what’s known as “cosmetic dentistry,” or the art of helping you achieve the perfect smile, a much-desired goal that these days is quite easy to accomplish. Depending on your particular needs and requirements, we here at Westgate Dental Care can offer you one or more of the following options: (more…)