Taking care of your teeth is vital to maintaining dental health and a beautiful, confident smile. We’re fortunate enough to live in an age where dental care is easier than ever before. In addition to home oral care tools and techniques, we have highly experienced, qualified dental professionals like Dr. Hansen in Las Vegas to…
Over the last few decades, Invisalign has become a popular alternative to traditional metal braces. For many, the aligners offer a less noticeable, more attractive, and convenient option for correcting dental alignment concerns. The benefits of Invisalign are numerous. Invisalign aligners are more discreet, practically disappearing over your teeth, and they’re more comfortable. You can…
Your teeth are the hardest substance in your body. Even so, they’re not invincible. Plaque and bacteria can build up on the surface of your enamel, leading to tooth decay, cavities, and gum disease. They can crack, chip, or break. They can even become stained, dulling your smile. Believe it or not, many of the…
A solid dental health regimen is an essential part of your daily routine. Taking time to take care of your teeth and gums properly helps to reduce your risk of cavities, prevents gum disease, and keeps your smile looking its best. If your dental care routine hasn’t been at its best, there’s no time like…
Activated charcoal is a form of carbon that’s been heated to make it more absorbent. When charcoal enters the body, substances like dirt and toxins bind to it. This complex then gets washed out of your system. In recent years, brands have applied this theory to beauty products. Today, charcoal-infused shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, face masks,…
Not everyone who wants straighter, healthier teeth wants to wear traditional metal braces. Fortunately, you may not have to, thanks to Las Vegas Invisalign. Rather than wearing fixed, highly-visible metal brackets and wires, you wear clear, thermoplastic aligners on your teeth. These aligners disappear in your mouth, so no one will know you’re wearing them. …
While electric toothbrushes may seem to be a recent invention, they’ve been around for several decades. These battery-powered alternatives to manual toothbrushes came about in the 1960s. Today, they come in a variety of options. They often feature oscillating or sonic bristles. Many are simple, containing a two-minute timer. Others can give you warnings if…
“Cavity” is another word for tooth decay. While it generally starts as a small pit in the surface of a tooth, it can grow over time, resulting in significant damage. Large cavities can also put your oral (and overall) health at risk. Anyone, regardless of age, can develop cavities. Over 90% of adults aged 20…
If you think you have crooked or misaligned teeth, then you may want to see an orthodontist in order to get this fixed. Regular dental checkups help maintain oral health, prevent gum disease, and other problems to give you a great smile. But a regular dentist cannot straighten your teeth; only an orthodontist can do…
Who you trust with your oral care matters. As a top-rated orthodontist in Las Vegas, Dr. Hansen of Hansen Orthodontics has the experience to provide you with the care you need and deserve. The entire team is top-rated. Everyone from the front office to the back of the house has the training required to provide…
Braces are the appliance that people most often associate with orthodontic treatment. The small metal brackets and metal arch wires affixed to your teeth and the elastic bands or ligatures attached to them— all function to correct your tooth and jaw alignment. Most people get braces in their early teen years, but braces can give…
Does this sound familiar? You take a sip of an ice-cold drink on a hot summer day, and suddenly you feel a jolt of pain in your tooth. Perhaps sipping your morning coffee is no longer the enjoyable experience it used to be. Maybe brushing has become an uncomfortable routine that you dread twice a…
