Makeup Tricks to Make Teeth Look Whiter

We love the color yellow. It’s happy and sunny and seems to lend fun flair to any ensemble or makeup look. The only time yellow can ever go wrong is when it’s reflected on your teeth. Quite frankly, yellow teeth are not cute! However, sometimes this unattractive tinge can’t be avoided and we don’t always have time (or money) to invest in fancy shmancy teeth whitening procedures. For these times, it’s good to have a few makeup tricks up your sleeve. This is where we come in! Take a look at these handy tricks that will make your teeth look white a snow!

#1. Brighten Up Your Pout. Bold lipstick shades with blue undertones like bright reds and berry shades deflect the yellow tint on your teeth. Lucky for you, these stand-out shades never go out of season and are hotter than ever this fall!

Product Recommendations: Lancôme Color Design Sensational Effects Lip Color in Curtain Call,Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick in F-Bomb

#2. Embrace Bronzer. Give your face a subtle glow. The contrast in color of your skin will make your teeth appear pearly white!

Product Recommendations: Giorgio Armani Maestro Bronzer, Lancôme Star Bronzer

#3. Highlight Your Curves. Use concealer or a highlighting pencil to better define and accentuate the lips and make them appear fuller. Combined with a bold lip color, your teeth are sure to shine like no other!

Product Recommendations: L’Oréal Paris Magic Lumi Highlighter, Maybelline Dream Lumi Touch Highlighting Concealer

#4. Cool it Down. Similar to the bold lip effect, cooler eyeshadow shades will deflect any yellowing of the teeth. Opt for pastel purples and blues for the ultimate bright and shiny smile.

Product Recommendations: YSL Beauty Pure Chromatics in No.3, Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Gravity

What are your tricks to making your teeth look pearly white? Spill your secrets in the comments below. 

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2015's Most Anticipated Fashion Trend

The votes are in and the fashion world has announced the hottest trend for 2015. This coveted spot in the fashion world goes to.....TEETH! 

A timeless classic, teeth are always in style. They can really make or break any outfit. A beautiful smile provides the owner with confidence and only accentuates their outfit. Missing teeth, decay, or stained teeth draw attention away from a killer ensemble and put unwanted attention on a smile that the owner is not so proud of. 

Looking to straighten your smile? Invisalign takes a modern approach to straightening teeth, using a custom made series of aligners created for you and only you. These aligner trays are made of smooth comfortable and virtually invisible plastic that you simply wear over your teeth. Wearing the aligners will gradually and gently shift your teeth into place, based on the exact movements your dentists plans out for you. There are no metal brackets to attach and no wires to tighten. You simply pop in a new set of aligners approximately every 2 weeks, until the treatment is complete and you achieve the confident smile that you have always wanted. The best part about the whole process is that most people won’t even know that you are straightening your teeth.

Looking to whiten your teeth? If you're happy with your smile and just want to improve the color of your teeth, Zoom!® is the best investment you can make in yourself. Our revolutionary technology is clinically proven to get your teeth their whitest. Almost one million happy clients worldwide agree!
Zoom!® is safe!

• SAFE for your tooth enamel
• SAFE for fillings and dental work
• SAFE for your gums

A study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association confirms Zoom!®'s teeth-whitening system is safe and effective, and the results last for years.
With Zoom!®, your entire whitening experience is overseen by a dental professional, ensuring not only safety, but also naturally consistent results. What is the Zoom!® whitening system? It's an all comprehensive line of treatment and products to get you a bright, white smile in about an hour. Our revolutionary teeth whitening technology is the latest in cosmetic dentistry. Bleaching your teeth has never been faster or easier. Of all the dental whitening treatments, Zoom!® offers the safest fastest light-activated teeth whitening available.

If you have sensitive teeth (or a single sensitive tooth), you'll be happy to know that Zoom!® uses a proprietary teeth bleaching gel with only 15% or 25% peroxide - only for about an hour. We activate our whitening gel with a blue light to safely and effectively accelerate the teeth whitening process.
Zoom!® is gentle. There's no laser and no heat. It's just gel and soothing light. All you do is sit back, relax, and watch TV or listen to music for an hour. Teeth whitening has never been this safe - and this comfortable. Only trust Zoom!® with your smile!

Here at Dental 2000 we are committed to our patient's health. So much so, that we are willing to give you a free take-home whitening kit and custom whitening trays with you receiving necessary dental examinations, recommended 3-6 month periodontal cleanings and x-rays. Keep your regular 6 month dental exams and you will receive additional whitening gel two times per year for the rest of your life! This offer is extended to all patients committed to maintaining optimal dental health.

For more information about these services, contact Dental 2000 at 973-890-0600! Mention this post and receive a no-charge private consultation and digital x-rays!

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Give the Gift of a Whiter Smile at Dental 2000!

Call Dental 2000 to find out more about our Zoom! Teeth Whitening treatment! It makes for a great holiday gift for friends and family or yourself!

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Why should I whiten through my dentist?

The most common concern is temporary teeth sensitivity, but lots of advances have been made in recent years to help combat this. Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed has adjustable intensity settings to help maximize patient comfort, and 99% of patients experienced little to no sensitivity. And Philips Zoom DayWhite and NiteWhite have a special formula with built-in potassium nitrate and ACP (amorphous calcium phosphate), which are known desensitizers. These special ingredients make your enamel smoother and more lustrous as well. We also recommend that you brush with a sensitivity formula toothpaste like Fluoridex Daily Defense Sensitivity Relief two weeks prior to whitening, and that you take ibuprofen on the day of your treatment.

What are the possible side effects?

The most common side effect is tooth and gum sensitivity. Your dentist is your best resource to ensure that you are a good candidate for whitening and that you are using the right concentration of whitening formula. Philips Zoom at-home whitening products have two mild desensitizing agents, potassium nitrate and Amorphous Calcium Phosphate (ACP), to minimize tooth sensitivity.  

What kind of results should I expect?

While results vary from person to person, your smile will be noticeably whiter with Philips Zoom. With Philips Zoom WhiteSpeed, you can get up to eight shades whiter teeth in one 45-minute office visit. Philips Zoom DayWhite and NiteWhite offer a dramatically whiter smile in one to two weeks. And unlike over-the-counter options, your dentist will work hand in hand with you until you’re completely satisfied with your results.

How long will my whitening results last?

That’s all dependent on your genetics and habits, but generally around a year. Drinking staining foods or beverages and smoking can limit your results, but you can easily keep your smile shining between treatments with the Zoom Whitening Pen. And brushing with a whitening toothbrush like Philips Sonicare DiamondClean can help maintain your results.

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Dental 2000 Shark Week 2014

Happy Shark Week!

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Are you a tea drinker? Here is a healthy tip... although tea has a reputation as a healthy beverage, it may not be the best choice when it comes to keeping your teeth white. Recent studies have found that herbal teas & white teas have the potential to erode enamel and cause tooth staining. Source: WebMD.com

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Do you have school-aged children? Your child can start brushing and flossing on their own around the age of 7. If they can tie their own shoes, chances are they can brush and floss solo!

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Do you know where the word “wisdom teeth” originated from? One theory holds that it stems from the fact “wisdom teeth” usually appear around the age 18- the age when we are supposed to become adults and theoretically WISER? 

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According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, it is estimated that 1.5 million people experience intimate partner violence each year. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation's (AACDCF) Give Back a Smile (GBAS) program heals some of the most devastating effects of intimate partner violence, by restoring the smiles of adult women and men who have suffered damage to, or lost, their smiles at the hands of a former intimate partner or spouse. 

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Top 5 “Smile Flaws” that patients want corrected!

                                       1) chipped teeth

                                       2) discolored teeth

                                       3) uneven teeth

                                       4) missing teeth

                                       5) gaps between teeth

Which “Smile Flaw” do you want corrected?

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Did you know that carrots scrub teeth, and ginger is an anti-inflammatory to support healthy mouth tissue? Try this awesome carrot-pineapple ginger salad from the AACD’s “Recipes for a Healthy Smile” This healthy dish has ingredients with smile-boosting qualities and is perfect for your summer party! 

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Top 5 reasons patients want to improve their smile: 1. IMPROVE Appearance 2. BOOST Self-Esteem 3. ACHIEVE Professional Success 4. IMPROVE Health and 5. IMPROVE Relationships. Which reason do you agree with most? 

Dental 2000 offers FREE Tooth Whitening for Life! Get A FREE take-home whitening kit and custom whitening trays with necessary exam, recommended periodontal cleaning and x-rays! Call 973.890.0600 for more details!

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Have you heard of “Porcelain Veneers?” They have become highly popular because of their accessibility, affordability, and the fact that they can immensely approve one's appearance for the better. The end result of porcelain veneers are beautiful teeth, free of stains, chips, gaps, and other noticeable imperfections. Porcelain Veneers can immediately make you look years younger. But simply, it's a movie star smile that is available to everyone!

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Should you suck on a pacifier before giving it to your baby?  The American Dental Association (ADA) wants parents to be aware that licking a pacifier can transfer the cavity-causing bacteria from parents to children—increasing the possibility of tooth decay as they grow. 

How much soda do you drink on a daily basis? Read some interesting and deadly facts and stats on “Soda Pop” thanks to the Washington Post.

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Thanks to Kunal Joshi from Ora Pharma for spoiling Team Dental 2000 with sweets from Mr. Cupcake! Great way to start the weekend! 

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Do you love sugar and feel like you have cavities? Sealants are the answer for protection! Take advantage of this awesome promotion. Call for your appointment today! 973-890-0600

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Do you experience sensitivity while eating some of your favorite foods? Dental 2000 has the solution! Call to schedule your appointment 973.890.0600! 

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Attention Singles!! 

According to a survey published this past February in USA Today, 71% of women said they judge men primarily on the condition of their teeth; 58% of men say the same about women.