Why Straight Teeth Go Beyond a Pretty Smile (Invisalign)
There’s no question that straight teeth make for an attractive smile, and that’s often why patients make the choice for treatment. However, AnnMarie Olson, DDS might recommend Invisalign® dental aligners for reasons other than appearance. Your teeth work together as a system, and their alignment is crucial for health reasons, so that aesthetically pleasing smile you’ll have after Invisalign […]
Got a Gummy Smile? Just One of Many Reasons to Consider Veneers
Few of us are born with perfect smiles. From alignment issues to gaps, there are too many things that can go wrong with your teeth and your gums. And if you’re like 10% of the population, you have what’s considered a gummy smile. Fortunately, there’s a way to restack the deck Mother Nature dealt you. Here at AnneMarie Olson, DDS […]
What is a Deep Dental Cleaning and Why Would I Need One?
Nearly half of adults have chronic periodontitis, an unhealthy inflammation of the gums. If not controlled, this condition can eventually cause your gums to recede, resulting in tooth loss. Plaque is a form of bacteria. Your mouth is awash in bacteria around the clock. When plaque isn’t removed or removed thoroughly, it aggravates the gums […]
How Untreated Dry Mouth Can Damage Your Oral Health and What to do About It
Your mouth is constantly sticky, pasty, or bone dry and you try to address the problem by increasing the amount of water you drink. Unfortunately, water only provides temporary relief since the problem likely stems from underactive salivary glands. Called dry mouth, Dr. AnnMarie Olson and our team have considerable experience helping patients overcome the discomfort of dry mouth. […]
Straight Teeth Are Healthy Teeth: Why Alignment Matters
Fixing misaligned teeth isn’t only an aesthetic win. Correcting crooked teeth also promotes healthy teeth and gums. At her practice in Austin, TX, Dr. AnnMarie Olson has corrected a wide range of orthodontic problems with Invisalign® aligners. She explains why this benefits her patients beyond their beautiful new smiles. Minimizes the risk of cavities and gum disease When […]
How Age Can Affect Oral Health
Your teeth have served you well over the years, but now you’re facing increasing problems with your dental health. You‘re not alone. Age can have a significant impact on your oral health, which explains why an eye-opening 20% of people over the age of 65 in the United States are missing all of their teeth. At our […]
5 Reasons Your Teeth Aren’t White Anymore
Are you among the many Americans who cover their mouths when they smile due to yellow or stained teeth? If so, it’s time for a professional teeth whitening treatment. You’ll wonder why you waited so long. At her state-of-the-art dental practice in Austin, Texas, Dr. AnnMarie Olson offers the most effective teeth whitening products so you can flash your best […]
Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?
Lots of people dread going to the doctor and the dentist. In fact, roughly one in five people reports feeling nervous about an upcoming dental appointment. But if you want to stay healthy, regular preventive visits go a long way. That’s why, at our office in Austin, Texas, Dr. AnnMarie Olson offers sedation dentistry to help even the most […]
