Healthy Smiles Dental Care Blog

Brushing and flossing twice daily are essential to keeping your mouth clean to prevent common dental problems like tooth decay, gum disease, and injuries. However, it’s still possible to have a dental emergency even if you maintain a rigorous at-home oral hygiene routine.

For instance, you could develop a sudden or severe toothache or an overly damaged chomper that hurts when used. Your dentist can offer emergency services, like a root canal or an extraction, to improve your condition, but how do you know which treatment is right for you? Continue reading to learn more about each to make an informed decision!

Did you know that there is only a small window of time when saving a tooth is possible? It’s true! So, if you knock out a tooth, it’s crucial that you act fast. Below, you will find a step-by-step guide on how to handle this dental emergency.

Getting your child ready for their semi-annual visit to the dentist can be a big deal. After all, you want them to know what to expect, but you also don’t want them to be afraid. Thankfully, there are lots of fun and exciting books out there that you can share with them prior to their appointment to help them get a better understanding of what’s going to happen. These tales feature some of their favorite characters showing how brave they are all the while teaching them exactly what to expect. Here are just a few beloved books to get you started.

Unless you’re completely out of touch, you’ve probably seen multiple viral videos of people after surgeries or other procedures. As they groggily come out of sedation, people can sometimes say hilarious things! Before you get dental sedation, you may wonder if you’ll end up with your own video getting tons of likes online.

But what is being under dental sedation really like? Will you be out of it or completely in control? Although sedatives can affect people differently, here are some things you can expect when taking oral conscious sedation!

A dental crown is the most widely performed restorative procedure because of the restoration’s versatility, effectiveness, and durability. Whether your dentist has recommended a crown to protect a weakened tooth or support a fixed bridge, it’s normal to have some concerns about what you can expect. Don’t worry. Here’s everything you need to know about recovering from getting a dental crown.

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Welcome to our blog where we delve into the intersection of Invisalign and dental restorations. With over 10 million people globally choosing Invisalign for achieving straighter and more uniform smiles, it’s evident that this clear aligner system has become immensely popular. However, a common question arises when individuals with dental restorations, such as bridges, veneers, and crowns, wonder if Invisalign is a feasible option for them. Here’s what you need to know about combining clear aligners with various dental restorations.

If you’re looking to straighten out your smile as quickly and conveniently as possible, Invisalign aligners can be hard to beat. These clear plastic trays are powerful enough to address all kinds of misalignment, and they’re subtle enough that most people won’t even be able to tell that you’re wearing them.

If that sounds interesting, here are answers to some of the most common questions people have about Invisalign aligners.

Invisalign is a popular orthodontic treatment that uses clear aligners to gradually straighten teeth. If you’re grappling with bruxism and considering Invisalign, you might be curious if this treatment is compatible with your needs. Continue reading as we delve into the impact of bruxism on Invisalign treatment and examine whether it’s feasible to undergo this orthodontic treatment while managing teeth grinding.

Your smile is one of the first features that people will notice about you—meaning that it’s in your best interest to smile as brightly and often as possible. But did you know that smiling doesn’t just bolster your appearance and first impressions, but also grants you access to many awesome health benefits? Here’s more from your dentist about four of the cool and unique benefits of smiling and why you shouldn’t hesitate to show off your pearly whites.

Did you recently suffer a blow to the face, or health issue, or some other problem that left you with a gap in your smile? If so, you are likely thinking about how to replace it. For many dentists and patients, dental implants are the answer. Implants are small screws that replace the roots of missing teeth. A restoration, such as a dental crown, is then attached to them to complete the look. As popular as this treatment is, how safe is it? keep reading to learn about the safety of dental implant placement and what you can do to make your implants last.