Fluorosis: When To Worry And When Not To Worry

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Fluorosis: When To Worry And When Not To WorryFluoride stands as one of the greatest dental health discoveries of all time, up there with the invention of Novocain and the development of fillings. By applying just a little fluoride to your teeth, either through fluoridated water, through the use of fluoridated toothpaste, or through special fluoride treatments at your local dentist, we can give our tooth enamel the chance to recrystallize and undo the damage caused by enamel-consuming bacteria. However, there is such a thing as too much fluoride, especially in the developing teeth of children. Read more

The White Tooth Effect

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The White Tooth EffectA white smile is a healthy smile, or so everyone seems to assume. It’s true enough that if your teeth are significantly yellow, brown, or green, then it’s likely you’re doing something wrong in regards to your dental hygiene. However, while a certain amount of yellow discoloration is natural, it’s fairly common to run into people with even higher standards than that, especially among the upper class and those in show business. Read more

The Truth About Tooth Whitening

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The Truth About Tooth WhiteningWhat Causes Tooth Discoloration?

Even the most diligently brushed teeth will begin to show stains over time. Yellowing occurs as porous tooth enamel absorbs stains. Many things can lead to tooth discoloration. What you drink can certainly have an impact on the appearance of your teeth. Colored beverages like soft drinks, red wine, and coffee or tea can lead to yellowing. Certain antibiotic medications, such as tetracycline, can also cause tooth discoloration. Poor oral hygiene and tobacco use also reduce tooth whiteness. Sometimes it’s simply a matter of genetics. Read more

Concerned Over The Cost Of Pearly Whites?

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Concerned Over The Cost Of Pearly Whites?In Thousand Oaks, appearance can be everything, and at Community Dental Group, Inc., we fully understand that looking and feeling healthy are major concerns for the population. This also means that residents have many questions regarding cosmetic processes such as tooth whitening, both in relation to how well they work and the adjunct effects on overall health.

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Tooth Whitening For A Gleaming Smile

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Tooth Whitening For A Gleaming SmileLike a white shirt, a white wall, or a white blanket, white teeth can start to look less than white as time goes on. Even for those who take exquisite care of their smile, time and diet can cause your teeth to begin yellowing or looking dingier than you may prefer. At Community Dental Group, we want our patients to know that a white smile is something you can get back, and you don’t have to live with teeth that are less than the gleaming smile you want! Whitening services are painless, simple, and often quick, and you can whiten your teeth as many shades as you like to finally get just the smile you’ve been looking for. Read more

The Ins And Outs Of A Beaming Smile

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The Ins And Outs Of A Beaming SmileAt Community Dental Group, we understand just how much of an impact a person’s smile can have on their self confidence and self image. For residents of Thousand Oaks, CA, this can become especially important, as many residents are engaged in professions where appearance can have a major influence on how people relate to one another. Read more

Is Professional Teeth Whitening Right For You?

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Is Professional Teeth Whitening Right For You?One of the many cosmetic dentistry services offered at Community Dental Group is teeth whitening. Just about any individual who visits our Thousand Oaks office is a potential candidate for a professional teeth whitening procedure. However, it is always best to contact us and schedule an appointment for examination and evaluation. Your dentist will be able to determine whether or not you would make a good candidate for the procedure. If you are, we will be able to recommend which option is right for you. Read more

Tooth Whitening Makes A Great Gift For All Kinds Of Occasions

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Tooth Whitening Makes A Great Gift For All Kinds Of OccasionsWhen you have a white, bright smile, you feel better about yourself and can face the world with even greater confidence. This is true for both women and men, and for people of all ages.

When most people look for their local dentist, they are probably thinking about dental care for their own needs. However, tooth whitening actually makes a terrific gift that’s good for just about anyone. Read more

Important Facts About Teeth Whitening For You To Know

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Important Facts About Teeth Whitening For You To KnowTeeth whitening is the most common form of cosmetic dentistry. It’s quick, easy, and effective, giving you a great way to improve the way your smile looks within a very short time. Read more

Restore Your Smile With Professional Teeth Whitening

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Restore Your Smile With Professional Teeth WhiteningIt has been said that people form value judgments of others within 10 to 20 seconds of meeting them for the first time. This is especially true where the condition of your smile is concerned. When you smile, you immediately create a subconscious, visual impact on any individual that you meet. Furthermore, the brighter your smile appears, the healthier you look to others around you. It provides others with the impression that you are happy, in good health, and youthful. Read more