Have you heard about the new charcoal teeth whitening craze? Spoiler alert: as your dentist in Calais, we don’t recommend it. The thinking behind the fad is that the substance absorbs stains from the surface of teeth to make them appear whiter. But we’re not convinced, and the American Dental Association isn’t, either. Aside from just sounding unpleasant, rubbing abrasive charcoal is certainly harmful to your tooth enamel. Please don’t do it. For impressive smile transformations, ditch the do-it-yourself options and partner with your dentist, instead.

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Beautiful colors and that crisp, clean feel, we’re always excited to welcome fall here at our office. And for our patients, this season is a great time to prepare their smiles for the next few months, when holiday parties and functions abound. Do you have a dental team you can count on to provide high-quality care for years to come?

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