As time passes, you may notice your teeth becoming dull, stained, or yellow. There are many reasons why your teeth may not be as white as they used to be, including insufficient oral hygiene practices or factors outside of your control, like aging. Whatever the reason, Dr. Ryan Zhao and the team at Harmony Smile […]
An imperfect smile can affect your self-confidence. You could find that you are not smiling, so it remains hidden, giving the impression to others that you are not a happy person. If you do not like how your smile looks in the mirror, in selfies, or when meeting new people, we have a solution. Cosmetic […]
When you go in for restorative dental treatment at your local Sunnyvale, California dentist, a dental crown may be recommended. Dr. Ryan Zhao and the team at Harmony Smile Dental recommend dental crowns to patients with teeth severely weakened or damaged by extensive decay, root canals, physical trauma, and more. Caring for your dental crown […]
Fluoride has become popular in the dental community for its capabilities to help prevent tooth decay. Fluoride does this by strengthening tooth enamel, the hard outer layer of the tooth whose role is to protect its softer underlayers, including the dentin. There is a very small amount of fluoride in naturally occurring sources, such as […]
You already know the many health benefits of staying hydrated and drinking plenty of water daily. But did you know that drinking water is also essential for good oral health? It’s true! There are many reasons why drinking water is so beneficial to your oral health. Dr. Ryan Zhuoran Zhao and the team at Harmony […]
Alignment issues can be treated in a few ways, and one method that continues to be incredibly popular is Invisalign. Adults and teens alike continue to choose Invisalign’s clear, comfortable aligners over traditional metal braces. Whether you are an adult finishing up with your treatment or a parent of a child who is finishing theirs, […]
Did you know that your enamel, the material which makes up the protective outer layer of each of your teeth, is the hardest substance in your body? But that does not make your teeth invincible. When bacteria build up on your teeth, they feed on the sugars from the foods and drinks you consume, causing […]
You’ve recently lost some teeth or had to have them extracted, so now you need to decide what tooth replacement is best for you. There are dentures (complete and partial), dental implants, and dental bridges made available to you in the Sunnyvale, California, area. Discussing these options with a dentist like Dr. Ryan Zhuoran Zhao […]
Dental sealants are a very easy way to put a protective layer in place between the tooth’s surface and decay-causing bacteria. People looking for sealants in Sunnyvale, California, often visit Dr. Ryan Zhuoran Zhao and the team at Harmony Smile Dental. Dental sealants provide so many benefits. Here are some of the most significant benefits […]
When you lose a tooth, the location of the lost tooth could play a role in how critical you feel it is to get a replacement tooth in place. There are a lot of people out there who, if a lost tooth is not in the visible “smile zone,” don’t think it is all that […]
When you go to see your local Sunnyvale, California dentist for a dental exam, you are likely doing so to prevent the development of tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health concerns. But did you know that there are certain health conditions, which you may not associate with oral care, but can be detected […]
You are sitting with your dentist and have just been informed that a dental crown is recommended to strengthen an existing tooth. When you have a tooth that is weakened due to decay or if a tooth has undergone a root canal, a dental crown will provide your tooth protection from further damage. If you […]