Answering Patients’ Questions About Porcelain Veneers

Teeth whitening may be the most popular cosmetic dental treatment in the country, but what about those who need a little more help perfecting their smile? Dr. Todd Pizzi, a cosmetic dentist offering porcelain veneers in Shrewsbury, MA, discusses the use of veneers to treat several flaws that might be holding back your smile. In […]

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Can Braces Change the Shape of Your Face?

Anyone who has ever watched an after-school special or Disney Channel sitcom will tell you that braces are child’s play. Traditional braces were the only available option as recently as a decade ago, so it was taken for granted that anyone would wanted straighter teeth might take care of it before reaching maturity. Today, this […]

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Porcelain: Not Just for Grandma’s Teacups

Maybe it was Grandma’s prized heirloom china, or perhaps it was the curio cabinet full of tiny ceramic figurines. Whatever it was, it has planted the idea in your mind that porcelain is a delicate, fragile substance. So when Dr. Todd Pizzi, your Shrewsbury, MA cosmetic dentist, recommends porcelain veneers, you’re somewhat surprised. How could […]

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Straight Talk on Straighter Teeth

For someone who lacks confidence when smiling, even the mention of Instagram or family photos is enough to precipitate panic. This is unfortunate, especially given how many wonderful things there are to smile about. When you’re preoccupied with keeping your teeth under wraps and dodging cameras, you miss out on opportunities to capture the most […]

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Invisalign and ClearCorrect: Clearly Superior Straightening

When patients come to us with questions about teeth straightening, they often do so strictly for aesthetic reasons. What they don’t always realize is that having straighter teeth has other benefits, too, especially where your oral health is concerned. Straight Teeth Are Clean Teeth Plaque and tartar are notorious for hiding within the various crevices […]

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What’s in a Name? “Cosmetic” Dentistry for Men

George Clooney. Brad Pitt. Tom Cruise—familiar names and famous faces that owe their stellar smiles to cosmetic dentistry. At our Shrewsbury, MA dentist office, we love to see that so many men are now embracing Professional, Personalized Cosmetic Dentistry Why entrust your teeth and gums to a professional? It’s a matter of customization and control. […]

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Is It Time for a New Smile?

A funny thing about your smile is that, even when it’s at its healthiest, it can still exhibit physical blemishes that mar its appearance and appeal. Luckily, if your smile just needs a cosmetic fix to make it look its best again, you don’t have to undergo extensive dental procedures typically reserved for oral health […]

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Why Crooked Teeth Deserve Your Attention

There’s no denying the fact that misaligned teeth can drastically diminish your smile’s appeal. Nevertheless, many people hesitate to correct their crooked teeth out of apprehension about traditional orthodontic treatment. If beauty were the only consideration, then treating malocclusion (a misaligned bite) would be nothing more than an aesthetic choice. Unfortunately, there is more at […]

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Do Teeth Stains Mean Your Teeth Are in Danger?

Tooth sensitivity may be among the most diverse signs of dental trouble, and can indicate anything from a developing dental disease (cavities or gum disease) to structural tooth damage. Teeth stains, however, are perhaps the most common source of dental concern, and can occur from something as simple as eating and drinking. When your teeth […]

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