Summer season is here – the time when social calendars fill up with not just more outdoor activities and vacations, but also with parties, weddings, and special events. While the summer fun and sunshine can be so exciting, for some people this time of the year brings worries, uncomfortable feelings and stress due to the […]
Smiles by Stevens is excited to announce their latest offering – Invisalign Treatment with Clear Aligners. Invisalign features state of the art teeth straightening with clear, removable aligners. With Invisalign, patients no longer have to struggle with the wires and brackets of braces or the restrictions braces impose on wearers. Right now, new and potential patients […]
Accidents do not have consideration for time and place – they just happen, and dental accidents are no different. And, when something goes wrong, it’s good to know when to seek immediate dental attention – it may not just save you a lot of pain, it may also mean saving your tooth – or more! […]
TMJ disorder seems to be rising – affecting over 10 million people in the USA only. If you’re one of them, or you know someone who suffers from TMJ, you know how stressful it can be, and how much it can affect your quality of life. TMJ, located on both sides of the head at […]
Proper oral hygiene and dental care is important for having good teeth, as well as healthy gums, which are just as important for a healthy smile as the teeth. Since medical research keeps showing how crucial it is to take good care of our teeth to avoid far more serious consequences than a toothache or […]
This holiday season, think outside the box – choose gifts that somebody would appreciate but perhaps would not likely get for himself or herself – think Botox! With more and more everyday people opening up to a little enhancement or correction here or there, it’s easier than ever to ask for, and to give, the […]
If you have lost teeth and have not replaced them with dental implants, or you’re finding your dentures are giving you difficulty, you may have tried to eat without them. Over time, you could get used to eating without teeth or dentures, but this approach can not only be dangerous to your mouth, but also […]
Smiles by Stevens is excited to announce Dr. Shea Stevens has been awarded the “America’s Best Dentist” Award by the National Consumers’ Advisory Board. The sought-after award is presented annually by the National Consumers’ Advisory Board, well known for its recognition of dentists who excel in providing excellent care, delivered with unparalleled experience while maintaining exceptional […]
Most of us have heard of sleep apnea, but many people do not really know what it is; or – that they have it. When you are fast asleep, you may not know that you are experiencing breathing problems and gasping for air, or snoring; however, those around you will more than likely be aware […]
We all know that practicing proper oral hygiene and dental care is important for having good teeth and healthy mouth. However, many people may not realize that oral health affects our whole body, and that diseases of mouth, teeth and gums can affect our general health. A lot of recent research, including the Mayo Clinic […]
