Dental Implants & Dentures

Say Goodbye to Denture Creams and Adhesives

We have had denture wearers tell us that they become quite frustrated with their slipping and sliding dentures when eating and even speaking. The adhesives sold in stores don't make much of a difference, and they still have to be careful of the foods they choose to eat.

No longer do you have to be frustrated or careful! At Beautiful You Family Dental, we provide an alternative that will let you forget your denture worries. With overdentures, your dentures can be locked into place so there is no more movement. They snap off for cleaning and can easily be re-inserted. With just a few implants, your life will be easier and keep you smiling.

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645 BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

Aging & Your Oral Health

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about aging and your oral health.

The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645 BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

Dental Veeners

A New Smile in Only Two Visits!

No kidding, you can correct the problems of severely stained teeth, unsightly gaps, or misshapen teeth in as little as two visits! Porcelain veneers are the quick and easy answer to having teeth that look like you had years of orthodontics. We use the most advanced ceramic for your veneers bonded to your teeth to give you a beautiful, even, white smile.

Another use for veneers is if a single tooth is chipped, cracked, or worn. The veneer can be made to match the shade of your other teeth, and will completely conceal the defect. You will be completely impressed with how easily this technique gives you a beautiful smile!

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645 BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

Oral Care On The Go

Ways And Products To Maintain Oral Care On The Go

These days, it seems like everybody is going non-stop. But just because you’re busy or traveling - whether for work or play - that’s no excuse for neglecting your daily dental care routine. One of the easiest ways to maintain oral care on the go is to carry a small container of floss with you. If you’re hiking or camping and want to travel light, floss takes up less space than your electric flosser.

A variety of products make oral care easier when you are traveling or time-strapped. Soft flosses, such as Oral-B’s Satin Floss, can be used by anyone. They slide easily between the teeth to make flossing faster and easier. Also, interdental brush cleaners, made of nylon bristles and narrow enough to fit between teeth, combine brushing and flossing for surfaces between the teeth.

If you are hiking, camping or traveling where space is at a premium, buy a small travel toothbrush that folds up. The brush will stay clean and it will take up less of your valuable space.

Another point: If you’re going to be traveling for an extended period of time, and especially if you will be traveling overseas or in the wilderness, be sure to schedule a checkup with your dentist before you go. The last thing you want is a dental health problem to erupt when you are far from reliable dental care. Problems can still occur, but you can reduce the risk by being as prepared as you can before you travel.

The above article is from: OralB.com

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645 BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

Oral Health for Senior Citizens

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about dental care for senior citizens.

The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645 BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

Dental Digital X-rays

Digital X-ray Images Available Immediately

We use only digital X-rays that provide the image of the interior of your mouth immediately on our computer screen. By placing a small digital sensor in your mouth, we have the picture we need without the drawn-out process of conventional X-rays needing to be developed. No chemicals that pollute are used, and the radiation level is 75% less with digital imaging. We also have the ability to capture the upper and lower dental arches in one image with panoramic digital imaging.

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

Quick Nutrition Tips

Nutrition Tips
Following a proper and nutritious diet not only helps keep your body healthy, but your mouth as well. Nutrition plays an important role in the health and cleanliness of your teeth, gums and mouth.

Limit Soda, Coffee and Alcohol
Although these beverages contain a high level of phosphorous, which is a necessary mineral for a healthy mouth, too much phosphorous can deplete the body's level of calcium. This causes dental hygiene problems such as tooth decay and gum disease. Beverages containing additives such as corn syrup and food dye can make pearly white teeth appear dull and discolored. Therefore, it is best to choose beverages like milk, which helps strengthen teeth and build stronger enamel, giving you a healthy, beautiful smile.

Drink Tap Water When Possible
If bottled water is your main source of drinking water, you could be missing the decay-preventive benefits of fluoride.

Monitor Your Low-Carb Lifestyle
Despite their popularity, low-carb diets can cause bad breath. A balanced, dental-healthy diet can help reduce tooth decay.

Increase Your Calcium Intake
After age 20, both men and women lose more bone mass than they form so it is important to restore lost calcium with a daily supplement and by eating fruits and vegetables high in calcium, such as dark leafy greens. These foods will also help to lower the acid buildup in the saliva that can lead to breakdown of tooth enamel.

Take a Daily Dose of Vitamins C and D
These vitamins help support the absorption of healthy mouth minerals such as calcium and phosphorous, which support the bone and gum tissue, keeping it healthy. This is an easy way to maintain dental hygiene and fight gum disease.

Put Out the Cigarette
Smoking cigarettes is one of the greatest contributors to the aging mouth. According to the Center for Disease Control, more than 22 million women in the United States smoke cigarettes. In addition to staining teeth, smoking interrupts calcium absorption in the body and can also cause potentially life-threatening diseases such as oral cancer. So stop smoking and enjoy the health benefits as well as a healthy, beautiful smile.

The above article is from: OralB.com

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645 BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

Dental Plans

Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about dental plans.

The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645 BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com

White Dental Fillings

Fillings that Enhance Your Smile

We do not use silver-mercury amalgam fillings that place a dark plug in your teeth, making the restoration very noticeable when speaking or laughing. We instead offer composite resin fillings that are made to match the shade of a tooth, rendering it invisible. 

Metal fillings are a reasonable restoration, but unfortunately do not adhere well to tooth structure. Modern fillings bond tightly to tooth structure and actually add strength to the natural tooth. A tight fit means it is very difficult for decay to start under or around a filling, lessening the chances of additional cavities.

Beautiful You Family Dental
Erin Coleman, DDS
10485 North Michigan Road, Suite 150
Carmel, IN 46032
(317) 875-7645BeautifulYouFamilyDental.com