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For many people, the two words they most dread hearing at the dentist's office are "root canal." It's unfortunate that root canal procedures have such a dubious reputation because, in reality, they are an effective, often painless way to save an infected or damaged natural tooth. Keep reading to learn more about exactly what happens during a ...

Crowded, misaligned teeth can or an uneven bite can significantly impact your confidence in the appearance of your smile. Crowded teeth, gaps between teeth, and noticeable bite misalignment can make you feel self-conscious about showing your smile. Invisalign is the best way to straighten your smile without the disadvantages and discomforts ...

If you are self-conscious about crooked, crowded, or misaligned teeth, you might feel shy or hesitant about flashing a big smile. At Merry Dental, we can help you achieve a straighter smile you’ll be proud to show off with Invisalign aligner treatment!  Are you wondering whether Invisalign is right for you? Keep reading to learn some of the ...

Are you shy about smiling because you are unhappy with the color of your teeth? You’re not alone! It is estimated that almost half of Americans feel insecure about the appearance of their smiles. You can smile without feeling self-conscious when you opt for a teeth whitening treatment at Merry Dental! Thanks in part to the amazing results ...

Do you notice redness when you brush or floss? Have your gums started receding, exposing vulnerable tooth roots? These seemingly minor oral health issues affect more adults than you might think. Ignoring them can have severe consequences like loose teeth, infections, costly procedures, and even tooth loss. Gum disease impacts nearly half of ...

No one likes to hear that they have developed a cavity. Not only does a cavity compromise the health of your smile, but it can also mean having to get a filling, a procedure that can create anxiety and dread in children and adults alike. While some fillings can’t be avoided, now there is another way to treat small cavities: silver diamine ...

You may think that only children and teens benefit from in-office fluoride treatments, given the importance of protecting their young teeth. But in-office fluoride treatments can offer huge dental health benefits to adults as well! Studies have shown that at least ninety-two percent of adults between the ages of twenty and sixty-five ...

Invisalign aligners are the best way to discreetly straighten your teeth, giving you a smile you’ll love! By closely following treatment instructions, Invisalign treatment usually takes less time to straighten your teeth than traditional braces, often in as little as six to eighteen months. Keep reading to learn more about Invisalign ...

Whether it's for a profile picture on social media or just casual photos with family and friends, you smile bigger when you are confident your teeth are their whitest. If you are less-than-happy with the appearance of your teeth, one of the best ways to get a brighter smile is with a whitening treatment. While you may have been tempted by the ...

During a regular dental checkup at Merry Dental, your hygienist will professionally clean your teeth using tools and instruments that remove any built-up plaque or tartar that could impact the health of your teeth and gums. If you have a significant buildup of plaque or tartar, especially below your gumline, they might suggest you get a deep ...