In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created. For this edition, Johnson spoke with the FX dental technician Gary Archer, who took on a subtle but significant part of Channing Tatum’s transformation … Read more
An enormous facade featuring the gaping mouths of happy, probably veneered patients flanks a double-doored entrance. Inside, a waiting room and treatment booths are arranged beneath an unfinished ceiling but also a chandelier raining down black and white pearls. Dr. T explains that it’s vestigial; the space formerly housed a bead store. “I love to … Read more
But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy these things. “I would never tell my patients to stop drinking coffee. You have to enjoy life,” says Dr. Marashi. “This staining can be avoided by proper dental hygiene, including proper brushing and flossing and routine professional teeth cleaning.” And when you do eat or drink these particular … Read more
Of course, beauty deals are top of mind during Amazon Prime Day, but we can’t not highlight all of the oral-care deals happening. Yes, Crest Whitestrips’ Prime Day offerings are one of the most popular deals during the two-day blowout but more of our favorite brands, such as Colgate and Moon Oral Care, are dishing … Read more
The quest for a healthy-looking smile begins and ends with taking care of your teeth. Not to state the obvious, but maintaining your oral health starts with brushing, and brushing starts with, well, a toothbrush. Yes, there are tons of mechanical options out there, but dentists agree that the best electric toothbrushes are nifty devices … Read more
Boots shoppers are raving about a high-end whitening toothbrush that’s been dubbed the ‘Rolls Royce of toothbrushes’, with users claiming it cleans ‘as well as the dentist’. Even better, it’s currently featured in Boots’ ‘better than half price’ sale. The Philips Sonicare Series 7900 Advanced Whitening Toothbrush, usually priced at a hefty £249.99, is now … Read more
Editor Tip: Pair this three-pack with the Supersmile Whitening Toothpaste, which, in addition to brightening your teeth, gently whitens veneers and bonding. Material: Plastic | What’s Included: 3 scrapers Longest-Lasting: Terra & Co. Gentle Green Tongue Scraper Terra & Co. Terra & Co. Gentle Green Tongue Scraper Why It’s Worth It: The no-frills Terra & Co. Gentle Green Tongue Scraper … Read more
Editor Tip: Due to the abrasiveness of most whitening toothpastes, Miami-based board-certified dentist Oscar Sanchez, DDS recommends using this toothpaste two to three times weekly rather than daily. “It does contain fluoride, which helps protect enamel and potassium nitrate, a desensitizing ingredient,” he adds. Product Type: Toothpaste | Active Ingredients: Potassium nitrate, sodium fluoride | … Read more
Editor Tip: We love that this pick comes with reusable handles to keep our fingers out of our mouths when flossing. Flavor: None | Material: Plastic Best Proxabrush: DenTek Easy Brush Why It’s Worth It: Dr. Gelfand notes that for people with wide gaps, braces, crowns, or any super tight spaces in their mouth, a … Read more
Editor Tip: You have the option of a regular or sensitive-teeth version of the carbamide peroxide formula to choose from, the latter of which comes with a special desensitizing gel. Key Ingredients: Carbamide peroxide | Who It’s For: Everyone Frequently Asked Questions How do you remove stains from teeth? “Tooth enamel [is] a crystal,” Matthew … Read more
