No one enjoys getting sick, least of all children. However, with as many surfaces as children touch in a day, it’s only a matter of time before yours catches the flu or a cold, especially this time of year. You may not be able to prevent them from getting sick entirely, but you can limit the impact their illness has on their smile. Keep reading to understand how getting sick could put your child’s teeth in danger and what you can do to protect them this cold and flu season.

After years of wearing dentures, you’re tired of having to order new ones every few years. You don’t want to go through the trouble of replacement so frequently, so you’ve decided to get dental implants, knowing that they have the potential to last a long time. But exactly how long is the dental implant lifespan? What could lead to failure? And how can you extend the lifespan of your implants? Keep reading to find out all this information!

With inflation, nearly everyone is feeling a pinch in their budget. In an effort to save money, you may be trying to cut out the nonessentials like getting your hair cut or your nails done as frequently. Maybe you’ve tried making your own cleaning solutions or baking your own bread. Perhaps you’ve canceled elective procedures you want but know you don’t need.

But when it comes to dental care, you definitely shouldn’t cancel your six-month appointment. In fact, this visit can help you save money! In this post, you’ll learn how your dentist can help you during these lean economic times.

Veneers or some other treatment—you keep going back and forth between your options and can’t decide whether you should get veneers. Sure, they look great, but are they really worth the investment? To make this decision, you need all the information you can get—here are some facts about veneers you may not know that can help you choose the treatment that’s right for your smile!

Your elderly parent is getting up there in age. Although you are unable to care for them on your own, you want to give them the best you can. In assisted living, they can socialize, have meals prepared for them, and enjoy other benefits. While assisted living facilities often offer personal hygiene services, you should definitely make sure your loved one’s oral health isn’t neglected. Keep reading to learn why senior oral health matters and what needs to be done to ensure it.

Ever since you were a little kid, you’ve been taking care of your teeth every day. You feel pretty confident that you’re doing everything right. However, you could have tiny bad habits that are making your oral hygiene routine less effective than it could be otherwise. In fact, they could create trouble for your smile!

Here are some tendencies in your teeth cleaning that you may be doing wrong and the way to correct these mistakes.

When you were young, you had braces. You loved the results and enjoyed having a perfectly aligned smile for quite a while, but now your teeth have moved. You’re not a child or a teen, so why are your teeth shifting now? Keep reading to learn more about some of the possible causes!

Are you on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, and other social media apps? Of course! If you’re like millions of Americans, you’ve seen the latest videos with new health advice. Whether you want to shed your COVID weight or improve your health, these sites are full of trendy ways to help—but beware!

Although you can find plenty of good advice online from your favorite influencers, there are some trends that could be harmful. Keep reading to learn about fads your dentist doesn’t want you to follow in order to protect your smile.

The smell of the grill, the sound of children laughing and playing, the warm sunshine on your face. It’s summertime, and you can’t wait to enjoy the great times that come along with it. However, if you have traditional dentures or bridges, your summer may not be quite as exciting or flavorful as it otherwise could be.

On the other hand, implants dentures give you the freedom to live summer to the fullest with all the foods you love to eat this time of year. In this post, you’ll learn about the difference implants can make on your summer diet and the benefits implants can give you!

In just a few more weeks, summer will be in full swing. Do you have adventures planned already? Perhaps you look forward to a long-awaited trip or you want to get your friends together after spending a long time apart. Regardless of your summer plans this year, there’s one thing that can let you truly enjoy yourself and share it with others—improving your smile through cosmetic dentistry.

Out of the many procedures that dentistry offers, three cosmetic procedures stand out as the most beneficial for those who want to have a great summer, including teeth whitening, Invisalign, and porcelain veneers. Keep reading to learn more about these services and decide which one would be best suited for you!