If you have ever experienced a dental emergency, you know just how unexpected and frustrating they can be to deal with. They never seem to happen at a convenient time and can cause quite a bit of pain. Fortunately, most dental emergencies are avoidable when you take all of the proper precautions. Continue reading to learn some tips that may be able to keep you out of the dental chair in need of emergency treatment.

A healthy immune system is very important do have, but it is especially crucial during the current pandemic. While doctors and scientists continue to work around the clock to protect people from this disease, it is important to do whatever you can to protect your health. Wearing a mask, standing six-feet apart and taking good care of oral and overall health are all great ways to do this. Wondering how protecting your mouth from damaging health conditions like gum disease is related to immune system protection? Keep reading to find out!

You may have heard the expression, “the eyes are the window to the soul,” but your teeth can reveal a whole lot more about who you are than you may have thought. While your teeth certainly help you speak in a literal sense, they also do plenty of talking of their own. Here are four of the many answers to the question, “What do your teeth say about you?”

2021 is here, which means now is the best time to start thinking about how you’re going to make the most of it, especially when it comes to your oral health. One of the best investments you can make in your smile is a routine dental checkup, particularly if you have dental insurance. Not only have your benefits likely reset already, but there are many other reasons to get scheduled sooner rather than later. Keep reading to learn how a checkup early in the year is always better than putting it off.

Whether you look forward to decorating, spending time with family, or indulging in some delicious meals, the holiday season is certainly a time of year that many people are eager to get to. However, your smile isn’t on the same boat. In fact, the holidays are probably the worst time of year for your oral health. Continue reading to learn a few reasons why this time of year takes a toll on your smile and some ways that you can limit it.

There are a variety of reasons why people skip their dental visits. For some, a busy schedule gets in the way and for others it’s that lingering dental phobia. However, one of the most common reasons that people neglect to visit their dentist is due to fear of costs. The truth is that you can actually save money by going in for your regular checkups and cleanings. In fact, for every dollar you spend on preventive care, you save $50 on restorative care in the future! Continue reading to learn how searching for a “dentist near me” can help save your bank account in the future.

Keeping dental instruments and other equipment clean is important at all times, but especially with all of the current events regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Of course, your dental team is constantly sanitizing dental instruments between patients, but how exactly do they do it? What about other equipment and surfaces in the office that are interacted with? Continue reading to learn more from your dentist about how these items and areas are disinfected.

Invisalign has many different advantages over traditional braces. Other than the fact that there’s no metal involved, Invisalign aligners allow you to straighten your smile without the disadvantages of their metal counterparts. The trays are practically invisible, giving you the confidence to show your teeth without feeling insecure. However, you may be wondering if you can still get Invisalign after braces. Continue reading to learn more from your dentist about Invisalign and how it can help patients who have had previous orthodontic treatment earlier in their life.

Did you know that evidence of dentistry dates back to the Paleolithic era? A team comprised of Italian and German researchers found that a 14,000-year-old molar had markings from pointed stone tools, which were presumably used to chip away the decayed part of the tooth. Considering the lack of anesthetics at the time, it’s safe to say that it was an unpleasant and potentially traumatic experience. Fortunately, patients benefit from centuries of advancements in dentistry, innovations in technology, and modern techniques that make dental visits today effective, quick, and pain-free! One piece of state-of-the-art technology that has recently gained a lot of attention is the intraoral camera. Read on for what it is and how it can benefit your oral health!

Visiting your dentist is often the focal point of your routine visit, but dental hygienists play an equally important role in your oral health. In fact, they are the unsung heroes when it comes to collaborating with dentists, treating patients, and keeping your teeth and gums in tip-top shape. While they typically see between eight and ten patients in a day, they are responsible for a variety of tasks that make each day unique. Want to learn more? Keep reading for a day in the life of a dental hygienist!