Author: League City Elite Dentistry

It can be a scary experience when you are given a referral to see an orthodontist or considering improving your smile. Braces are grounds for embarrassment for the self-conscious teen and the up-and-coming professional. Having a mouth full of metal to clean around, eat around, and live around can be daunting. The option that many Read More

At the start of every new year, most of us begin to reevaluate our waistlines and opt for a healthier lifestyle. With the growing popularity of juicing in recent years, more of our patients have been turning to this diet as a means of increasing their fruit and vegetable intake. While blending veggies, fruits, and Read More

At the start of each new year, we often hear people say, “New year, new me.” But what exactly does that mean? At League City Elite Dentistry, we say “New year, new smile, better hygiene.” To help you start the new year with a great smile and better oral health, we’ve come up with a Read More

Have you ever had that awkward experience when you drink a cold beverage and immediately feel a sharp pain in your teeth? You’re not alone. In fact, one in eight people has this same problem with tooth sensitivity. So what’s the cause? Believe it or not, tooth sensitivity such as this doesn’t have anything to Read More

When it comes to smoking, we’ve all been reminded constantly of the effects it can have on our overall health. In most cases, lung cancer is often the disease of choice that is a result of smoking. However, the damaging effects of smoking don’t stop there. Do you know the negative effects smoking can have Read More

If you’re a fan of food like we are (and really, who isn’t?), then Thanksgiving just might be one of your favorite holidays. Not only do you get to spend time with the ones you love, but you can also eat all the foods you might not get to eat as often. So how do Read More

Dr. Amirpasha Farnaghi and the team at League City Elite Dentistry want to dispel an urban legend about chewing gum: if you swallow a wad of gum, it does not sit in your stomach for seven years. In most cases, actually, not even seven days. Chewing gum, although not meant to be swallowed, passes harmlessly Read More

It’s that time of year again! Halloween is just around the corner and we at League City Elite Dentistry are here to get you ready. For those of you currently in braces, you may be wondering how you can stand out with your costume while disguising your orthodontic treatment. Fear not! Here are six fun costume Read More

Dr. Amirpasha Farnaghi and the team at League City Elite Dentistry want to spread the word in the League City, TX area that October is Orthodontic National Health Month. It is never to too soon or too late to undergo orthodontic treatment to achieve a beautiful healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. The purpose of Read More

Wouldn’t you love to simply take a selfie, and/or impression of your teeth or get your teeth scanned, and receive aligners that straighten your teeth in a few months without even leaving your home? Sounds too good to be true, huh? This is exactly the type of convenience offered and advertised with direct-to-consumer orthodontics. Companies like Read More

They say the smile is the window to the soul, but did you know that your mouth can give important clues about your body’s overall health? While most issues found from the mouth tend to be minor, others can be signs of more serious problems that need to be addressed right away. Here are a few Read More

We’ve all heard of gum disease, but what do you really know? Many people think they know all about gum disease, but not everything we hear or read is correct. To help bridge the gap between fact and fiction, here are 5 myths about gum periodontal disease, its causes, and treatments, debunked. Bleeding gums are Read More

Bad breath can come from a number of places. But do you know where your bad breath is coming from? There are plenty of reasons for your breath to smell less than great – one of which is halitosis. To help you figure out the culprit of your stinky breath, we’ve compiled the a helpful list. Read More

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” – Thich Nhat Hanh Based on your opinion, smiling may be the last thing you want to do if you aren’t happy with the way it looks. Whether you’re preparing for a school photo or Read More

Whether you’re stressed, excited or bored, biting nails is a very common habit among kids and adults of all ages. Although it is more common among children ages 10 to 18, studies have shown that 30% of children and 15% of adults are nail biters. The good news is that most people drop the habit by Read More

Avoiding the camera because of your smile is all too common, and it’s unfortunate since one’s smile can have a profound effect on self-esteem and even impact social skills. However many people don’t pursue orthodontic treatment to straighten their smile simply because they don’t want to wear traditional metal braces… and they believe it’s their Read More

Just like your body, your teeth also require the just the right amount of vitamins and minerals to maintain the great benefits of good oral health throughout your life. At League City Elite Dentistry, our goal is to educate our patients on all aspects of maintaining healthy teeth and gums. To make the most of Read More