Swiss researchers made a stunning discovery about the relationship between attractiveness and happiness: How attractive someone finds a person is strongly influenced by the intensity of that person’s smile. In fact, a happy facial expression is enough to compensate for relative unattractiveness. Smiles really are powerful. But if you’re not smiling because you’re embarrassed by […]
10 Things Your Dentist Does at Every Dental Cleaning
Your biannual dental cleanings and checkups are about far more than just shining up your teeth. If you’ve ever wondered exactly what’s happening in your mouth with all those different tools and noises, here are 10 things your dentist or hygienist do at every dental cleaning.
Make a Smile Resolution: Get Cosmetic Dentistry
Tired of joining a gym then never going? Dislike starting a new diet that you can’t maintain? It’s a new decade and it’s time to make resolutions, but it’s also time to make changes you can really keep. So, this year, make your self-improvement efforts long-lasting with a smile resolution. Find out what kind of […]
Have Yourself a Merry Smile Makeover
All smile makeovers are a happy occasion, especially when you pursue your best smile at the end of the year or beginning of a new decade. Now is an ideal time to start over, and your Arlington cosmetic dentist is ready to help you create a very merry smile makeover this December, January, or thereafter.
4 Permanent Ways to Replace Missing Teeth
There are several excellent options for replacing missing teeth. Depending on your preferences, jaw health, overall oral health, and budget, you and your Arlington dentist will discuss all viable dental restorations so you can have a complete smile that looks, feels, and functions naturally.
4 Reasons to Give Thanks for Modern Cosmetic Dentistry
Dentistry is an ever-evolving field, and there are regularly new treatments and procedures that simplify, expedite, and improve the options in oral health care. Cosmetic dentistry is a special recipient where dental innovations are concerned, with plenty of choices for patients who want to pursue a smile makeover and the opportunity to create a healthy, […]
5 Ways to Get a Smile Makeover
The term “smile makeover” is a weighty one. A smile makeover sounds like a major undertaking that is time-intensive, expensive, and only for people who need a serious overhaul of their smile. Sometimes these things are true – but not all the time. Sometimes all you need is one little tweak to revitalize your appearance. […]
Halloween Candy Give-Back: Donate Your Sweets for a Good Cause
Candy possession can get a little out of control at this time of year, especially if you have a sweet tooth or children in your household. There is just too much sugar to go around, so why not spread the love? Alana K. Macalik Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Arlington is participating in the Operation […]
Want Straight Teeth? Should You Get Porcelain Veneers or Invisalign?
There are several treatments you can undergo to get a gorgeous, straight smile, particularly porcelain veneers and Invisalign. Time to weigh the pros and cons to determine which cosmetic dentistry treatment is right for your smile makeover.
4 Ways to Prepare for Your Cosmetic Dentistry Procedure
You’ve finally made the bold, amazing choice to upgrade your smile with cosmetic dentistry. The future is looking bright and your new teeth will match it. But before you get in the dentist’s chair and before any work can begin, there is preparation to be done.
