Improve your smile with a smile makeover from Orchard Dental Associates. Our smiles are one of the first things people notice about us, but if you find that you aren’t quite confident in your smile and you’re uncomfortable smiling in photos, you might benefit from a smile makeover. Our cosmetic dental office in Corpus Christi…

Prevention is always the goal. Sometimes, life gets so busy you can hardly see straight. You’re going through every morning in a haze, hoping you managed to put your shoes on the correct feet. When life gets chaotic, it’s important to take a step back and make sure you’re not missing out on the important…

Oh, the agony of a toothache! We get it—that relentless pain disrupting your sleep and stealing your focus. Toothaches are surprisingly common, affecting many of us. According to a study by PubMed, 44.3% of respondents endured more than five toothaches in the past decade, with 45.1% experiencing the highest pain levels. It’s tough, and we…

Ever wondered what makes a smile truly captivating? Enter the world of the golden ratio in dentistry—an ingenious mathematical tool. At Orchard Dental Associates, they’ve mastered the art of using this ratio to assess the widths and dominance of your front teeth. But what exactly is this golden ratio? Simply put, it’s a way of…

The term “bone grafting” might sound a bit intimidating—we’ve all cringed at the thought of skin grafts. But in dentistry, bone grafting isn’t as scary as it seems. It’s a surgical procedure to repair and rebuild diseased or damaged bones. So, why might you need it? Let’s demystify bone grafting, exploring when and how this…

Having missing teeth impacts not only how you look but also how you speak and what you can eat. To get full use of your bite again, there are two popular options to choose from—dentures and dental implants. However, it’s not always easy to know what option is the right one for your unique needs.…

Warmer weather means returning to nature! With warmer weather finally returning, it’s time to start thinking about all the exciting ways to get some fresh air with the whole family. Spring in Corpus Christi is filled with amazing family activities—so many that it might be hard to choose between them. To help make your decision…

What Photobiomodulation Means for You Anticipating dental appointments can be stressful, especially if you’re concerned about having to deal with inflammation and discomfort after treatment. These thoughts may even keep you from scheduling the care you need to begin with. Whether you need a tooth extraction, dental implants, or other restorative treatment, you can look…

What to expect with dental veneers? Are you dreaming of a dazzling smile makeover that raises your confidence sky-high? Porcelain veneers might be the key to the stunning transformation you’ve been searching for! As one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatments, it isn’t surprising to learn that porcelain veneers offer many benefits to enhance…

It’s the time of year when people start promising themselves to make important changes in their lives and stick with them. But those New Year’s resolutions tend to fade come February, especially when it comes to breaking oral health habits that have long been the norm. Sometimes, all it takes is a little extra motivation…