What’s more common than cavities? Clenching and grinding your teeth Most people assume dental cavities are the most prevalent problem at the dentist and while they are a common problem, tooth clenching and grinding, or Bruxism, is a much bigger problem in most affluent metro dental markets such as Raleigh, Cary, and Wake Forest. … Read Article
Tried whitening your teeth before, but nothing seems to work? For many of our new patients at Russo Dentistry, the mention of teeth whitening is a sore subject. Many have tried everything on the market for whiter teeth, and they get no results. They’ve tried over-the-counter whitening strips, peroxide, baking soda, in-office power bleaching, gum,… Read Article
There is no choice between a healthy smile or a beautiful smile. You CAN have both! At our Raleigh, NC cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry practice, it’s common to hear patients say they want to get “healthy first” and then “look good.” But that phrases assumes these events must occur separately, or at some point in… Read Article
If whiter teeth is something you’ve always dreamed about, you are not alone. At Russo Dentistry, our focus on aesthetic dentistry lends itself to patients who want healthier, brighter smiles. There are different ways to getting whiter teeth. It varies by patient depending on what kind of stain is present. More specifically, teeth become discolored… Read Article
My advice regarding press-on veneers or other less expensive options can be quickly summed up with one phrase: Don’t do it! Occasionally a patient will tell me that they got another quote or know someone who can get veneers for a low price, but I always tell them that I can guarantee that they won’t… Read Article
Finding an affordable dentist matters, but it cannot be your sole priority. This should go without saying for any surgery and not just dental treatments, but you should always think twice before choosing a cheap or inexpensive procedure. Why? Let’s face it. Doctors and dentists need to stay in business. You need to realize this… Read Article
Most people have no idea what a veneer is, does, or can do. Let me quickly break down what a porcelain veneer does: A porcelain veneer is a thin layer of porcelain that is permanently bonded onto your teeth. A porcelain veneer is shiny, doesn’t stain, and reflects light. It can cover the lip facing… Read Article
I often get asked, “what facial enhancement should I do first?”. More specifically, should I get BOTOX®, Juviderm or Resatylane before or after I correct my smile? In almost all cases, I tell my patients to focus on their smile correction first; and then augment their smile with dermatologic and facial enhancements. The reason? When… Read Article
Saying that all dentists are the same is like saying all baseball players are the same. Dispelling the myth that all dentists are the same Just like athletes, some have the skills to be “hall-of-famers” and some are destined for the minor leagues. Four years of dental school does not prepare you for greatness. ‘Dental… Read Article
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but how do dentist’s define beauty? In dental terms beauty is all about the symmetry of a person’s smile. Symmetry is the same shape on the left and right side, using an ideal amount of space for your dental arch (the way that your teeth are positioned… Read Article