548 Ridge Road Suite A
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-9122
Email: contactus@whiteorchiddental.com
Dr. Milne, do mouth rinses really do any good?
Answer from Jeffrey Milne DDS:
The Food and Drug Administration classifies mouth rinses into two categories - therapeutic and cosmetic.
In general, therapeutic rinses with fluoride have been shown to actually fight cavities, plaque and gingivitis.
On the other hand, cosmetic rinses merely treat breath odor, reduce bacteria and/or remove food particles in the mouth. They do nothing to treat or prevent gingivitis.
People who have difficulty brushing (because of physical difficulties such as arthritis) can benefit from a good therapeutic mouth rinse.
Caution: Even rinses that are indicated to treat plaque or cavities are only moderately effective. In fact, regular rinsing with water and use of good quality fluoride toothpaste are just as or more effective.
Bonding
With Bonding Procedures, tooth-colored composite material is applied (bonded) to the surface of a tooth where it is hand sculpted, contoured, and polished in one visit. This treatment is ideal for chipped or broken teeth.

(Before & After Dental Bonding on four upper front teeth done in one visit by Jeffrey Milne DDS)
(Before & After Dental Bonding on six upper front teeth done in one visit by Jeffrey Milne DDS)
By carefully matching the shade of repair material to your natural tooth color, we strive to make the repair invisible. Often, this is the most conservative efficient and easy option to fix those minor problems. You deserve to feel confident when you smile. Visit the smile care experts at White Orchid Dental and find out if this one visit experience could help you feel great every time you smile.
(Before & After Dental Bonding on four upper front teeth done in one visit by Jeffrey Milne DDS)