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What are crowded teeth? There are many ways that your smile can fall short of your expectations, and crowding is one of them. Crowded teeth can cause both aesthetic issues and health issues, so treatment is incredibly important. Invisalign is one treatment option that stands out in terms of results, convenience, and experience. Crowding is…

A little teeth whitening can go a long way. Some of us are self-conscious about the color of our teeth. Over time, our teeth can lose their whiteness due to staining from the types of foods we eat or drinks we consume. Our teeth can also get dull from aging. If you want to brighten…

How To Recreate the Perfect Miss California Look The Miss California USA beauty pageant is one of the longest-standing of such pageants in the United States, dating back to 1952. This prestigious event crowns one gorgeous and talented woman each year as Miss California USA, and on six occasions, those winners have gone on to…

Correcting Short or Misshapen Teeth Do you feel like your teeth look too small? Oddly shaped or short teeth can throw off the balance of your smile, making it appear shallow and gummy. In contrast, longer, well-shaped teeth give a fuller, more youthful appearance to your smile.  Crown lengthening surgery is one treatment option your…

Your Simple Guide to Gum Reshaping You don’t need to suffer from severe tooth decay or have missing teeth to be affected by the appearance of your smile. Sometimes it’s not even your teeth that are making you feel self-conscious—it’s just your gums.  A gummy smile may not be a detriment to your oral health,…

Wait, there’s another option?  Imagine being able to walk into the dentist’s office excited and eager for your appointment. Imagine knowing with confidence that you’ll be comfortable and relaxed throughout your visit. At Luminous Smiles, we make that a reality.  A Solution for Dental Anxiety Over half of adults in the United States deal with…

The Best Way To Brighten Your Smile Your smile is one of the first things people notice, which is why many people make bright teeth one of their top priorities. There are a variety of cosmetic dental treatments that can give you a smile makeover, and professional teeth whitening is one of the most convenient,…

Teeth Whitening: Your Quick Smile-Makeover Solution A smile is a powerful thing. Not only does smiling release endorphins that relieve stress and help to strengthen your immune system, but it can also help you further your career by earning you a promotion. But what do you do if you’re not confident in your smile? Stain…

Finding the Best Treatment for You In one way or another, our smiles are connected to our identities. Your smile is one of the first things new people notice about you, and it’s how you interact with the world—whether you’re smiling out of joy, embarrassment, or any of the other emotions that a smile can…

Regaining the Confidence of a Smile That Looks Years Younger We change a lot as we move through life, and our teeth change with us. They grow and develop with us as children, baby teeth giving way to adult teeth over time, and often shift and change through orthodontic treatment in our teenage years.  We…

Taking Back Quality Sleep for Yourself We rely on sleep to leave us feeling refreshed, energetic, and ready to take on each new day with confidence. It’s during sleep that our body repairs itself, so it’s vital for both our physical and mental health. When you have sleep apnea, however, normal rest often doesn’t help…

What exactly is sleep apnea? Often misdiagnosed and treated improperly, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a sleep disorder that causes obstruction of the airway. Throat tissues behind the tonsils relax and drop down after you fall asleep, causing the lack of oxygen to abruptly awaken you. OSA may also be due to an abnormally large…