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You want a brighter smile—but you’ve heard that teeth whitening can damage your enamel. Maybe even permanently. That’s enough to make anyone second-guess the idea of whitening treatments, no matter how stained or yellowed their teeth might be.

There’s a common misconception floating around that goes something like this: “If I’m not in pain, I don’t need to see the dentist.” At first glance, it might sound reasonable. After all, why fix what doesn’t feel broken?

Flossing: it’s the dental chore that everyone loves to skip—and the one we dentists never stop talking about. You’ve probably heard this before (maybe even from us): “Make sure you floss every day!” And yet, plenty of patients still wonder... Is flossing really necessary if I’m brushing well?

It’s a common belief: if your teeth don’t feel squeaky clean, you just need to brush a little harder. Maybe even scrub a little more. But while the logic might seem sound, the reality is quite the opposite—brushing too hard can actually do more harm than good.

Most of us grew up hearing the same warning: “Don’t eat too much candy—it’ll rot your teeth!” And while sugar does play a role in tooth decay, the idea that it directly causes cavities isn’t quite accurate. Like many things in dentistry, the truth is a bit more nuanced—and a lot more interesting.

Smiling is one of the simplest, most universal ways we connect with each other. It signals joy, kindness, connection—even confidence. But have you ever paused to wonder what’s really going on when you flash a grin? Beyond the emotional impact, there’s actually quite a bit of muscle coordination behind every smile.