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How to Choose Between LED Whitening Kits, Strips, and Serums
How to Choose Between LED Whitening Kits, Strips, and Serums

Choosing between LED whitening kits, strips, and serums depends largely on your specific teeth whitening goals, lifestyle, and sensitivity concerns....

By Nathan Smith Dec 18, 2025

Daily Whitening Routine for Coffee and Red Wine Drinkers with Sensitive Teeth
Daily Whitening Routine for Coffee and Red Wine Drinkers with Sensitive Teeth

The best whitening routine for coffee and wine drinkers involves protecting enamel before consumption, rinsing immediately after, and using gentle agents...

By Julian Snow Dec 18, 2025

Does Whitening Interfere with Orthodontic or Invisalign Checkups?
Does Whitening Interfere with Orthodontic or Invisalign Checkups?

Teeth whitening does not interfere with orthodontic checkups if performed at least 48–72 hours before an appointment. However, whitening immediately prior...

By Nathan Smith Dec 17, 2025

Will Whitening Damage My Enamel? The Science-Based Truth
Will Whitening Damage My Enamel? The Science-Based Truth

Teeth whitening does not permanently damage enamel when performed correctly using professional-grade peroxide products. While whitening agents temporarily open enamel pores...

By Nathan Smith Dec 17, 2025

LED Whitening vs Strips vs Pens: Matching Whitening Methods to Your Schedule and Sensitivity
LED Whitening vs Strips vs Pens: Matching Whitening Methods to Your Schedule and Sensitivity

The best teeth whitening method depends on balancing your available time with your tooth sensitivity. LED systems offer the fastest results...

By Linda Snow Dec 12, 2025

Building a Complete Whitening Stack Using One Brand Products
Building a Complete Whitening Stack Using One Brand Products

A complete whitening stack is a layered protocol using compatible products from a single brand—such as desensitizers, active peroxides, and...

By Nathan Smith Dec 12, 2025

Is At-Home Whitening Safe During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding?
Is At-Home Whitening Safe During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding?

  Most dental professionals, including the American Dental Association (ADA), recommend avoiding elective teeth whitening during pregnancy due to potential...

By Nathan Smith Dec 10, 2025

The Ultimate Whitening Routine for Daily Coffee and Red Wine Drinkers
The Ultimate Whitening Routine for Daily Coffee and Red Wine Drinkers

The ultimate whitening routine for daily coffee and wine drinkers involves a three-step strategy: pre-drinking protection (using calcium barriers), immediate...

By Nathan Smith Dec 07, 2025

Should You Brush Your Teeth Before or After Breakfast? [A Science-Based Answer]
Should You Brush Your Teeth Before or After Breakfast? [A Science-Based Answer]

You should brush your teeth before breakfast...Period! Dental experts recommend this approach because it removes plaque-causing bacteria that multiply overnight...

By Nathan Smith Dec 07, 2025

Oral Hygiene

When can I eat solid food after tooth extraction tips and treatment
How Long After a Tooth Extraction Can You Eat Solid Food?

  Having a tooth extraction on your treatment plan can make you extremely nervous! “Doc, can you just knock me...

By Dr. Gibbz Dec 21, 2022

Oral Hygiene
Why Does Mouthwash Burn?

By Dr. Gibbz Nov 09, 2022

Teeth Whitening

Cosmetic Dentistry

What is a Maryland Bridge?
Cosmetic Dentistry
What is a Maryland Bridge?

Your smile says a lot about you and your oral health! For example, if you were hiring someone for a...

By Dr. Gibbz Oct 28, 2022

foods to eat after wisdom teeth removal
Cosmetic Dentistry
27 Foods to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal Extraction Surgery

  After wisdom teeth removal surgery, you'll need to eat nutritious soft foods during the recovery process.  Wisdom tooth removal is...

By Fernanda Elizalde May 14, 2025

Bridge vs. Implant: What's The Difference?
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bridge vs. Implant: What's The Difference?

Growing up, many of us were taught that we only need to go to the dentist when we experience dental...

By Dr. Gibbz Oct 25, 2022

Family Dentistry

Toothache During Pregnancy: Causes and Treatment
Toothache During Pregnancy: Causes and Treatment

Women are exposed to many new sensations throughout their pregnancy, some of which can be unpleasant and even painful. Aside...

By Fernanda Elizalde Nov 09, 2022

Family Dentistry
Can a Baby Teething Cause a Rash?

By Fernanda Elizalde Nov 04, 2022

Family Dentistry
Why Do My Teeth Hurt?

By Fernanda Elizalde Oct 25, 2022