Friedland Family Dentistry of Pembroke Pines Blog

With spring right around the corner, people are preparing their yards, decorating their homes, and buying delicious treats in preparation for Easter. With kids eager to see what is inside their baskets, they’re often more excited about hunting eggs that are scattered in various hiding places throughout the yard. Once cracked open, they’re often met with chocolate, Jelly Beans, and other similar sweet treats, but have you considered what these bite-size goodies can do to one’s teeth? Keep reading to find out which four Easter candies might sabotage your smile if you’re not careful.

Good research skills don’t stop being important after college, especially now that you have the world at your fingertips via the internet. When you’re looking for something specific, like a cosmetic dentist you can trust, the sheer amount of available information can be overwhelming. You might not even know where to start!

Don’t worry, this post will help you out. Keep scrolling for tips on how to narrow down your options and find the perfect cosmetic dentist for your smile.

If you want to straighten your smile, but you grind your teeth you might wonder whether Invisalign is a good option for you. After all, bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching) puts extra pressure on your teeth and jaw, couldn’t it break your aligners? The answer might surprise you! Keep reading to learn how Invisalign and bruxism interact and whether you can still achieve a perfectly straight smile.

Is your clear aligner treatment coming to an end soon? This is an exciting milestone. After you finish your last set of trays, you will be provided with a customized retainer to help maintain the results you achieved over the course of your treatment. That begs the question: how long do you need to wear your retainer? Continue reading to learn the best practices for your retainer.

If you’re ready to join over 500,000 people who choose dental implants every year, you’re making a great investment. As the only treatment to replace the entire tooth structure, you’ll enjoy unmatched benefits using a solution that looks and feels natural. With a 95% success rate, you will never think about your missing teeth ever again. However, the lifespan of your dental implants relies on the right aftercare. Here are 5 changes you should make to ensure your new smile lasts for a lifetime.

With Valentine’s Day almost here, more people than ever are thinking about how they can impress a romantic partner. Lots of answers come to mind: hit the gym, start a diet, fix your hair, update your style, and the list goes on.

What you might not know, however, is that surveys have shown that the absolute best thing you could do for your love life would be to take care of your teeth! As it turns out, bad oral health is one of the number one turn-offs for a potential romantic partner. Here’s a little bit more info about these studies, along with what you can do about your oral health. 

When you’re missing one or more teeth, it can be difficult to complete daily tasks, like eating, speaking clearly, and smiling with confidence. The good news is that if you’ve suffered from tooth loss, dental implants are available to restore the appearance and function of your smile. However, they are quite an investment. Continue reading to learn about the different factors that contribute to the cost of dental implants.

Are you embarrassed by stained, gapped, or chipped teeth? You don’t have to spend another summer hiding your imperfect teeth. Whether you only have one concern or several, your cosmetic dentist can give you a summer-ready smile with 3 popular services. After just 1 or 2 appointments, you can have a smile you’ll be proud to share with the world.

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The federal tax-filing deadline is about to be on your doorstep. When you receive a tax refund, you probably get excited to see some extra cash on hand that doesn’t need to go to your normal expenditures. There are all sorts of things you could spend it on, but many people tend to blow it on items they don’t really need. One option you could definitely benefit from is investing in your oral health. Continue reading to learn from your dentist in Pembroke Pines a few reasons why you should put your tax refund into your smile!

As time goes on, your smile may begin to look less lovely than it once did. Your teeth that used to be perfectly uniform and bright white may start to yellow or have chips, gaps, or alignment issues. Fortunately, a cosmetic dentist can help you correct these issues and revitalize your grin. Even so, it’s important to note that some cosmetic treatments cost more than others. If you’re interested in correcting issues with your smile on a budget, here are five tips on how to achieve a gorgeous grin without breaking the bank.