Dedicated Dentistry Blog

If you’ve recently had a tooth extracted, you’re probably eager to get back to your normal routine, including your morning cup of coffee. But after an extraction, what you eat and drink plays an important role in healing. So, is it safe to drink coffee after a tooth extraction? The short answer: not right away.

Here’s what you need to know to protect your recovery.

Dental emergencies can happen at any time, and they always seem to happen during the most inconvenient ones. If you are in the United States, you may have an idea of what next steps to take, but what if you are working overseas? It may not be as obvious which steps to take to get quality, yet affordable emergency dental care. Continue reading to learn which steps you should take if you are unlucky enough to find yourself in this situation.

While the winter holidays are truly wonderful, they can also be stressful sometimes. Their various elements – party-planning, get-togethers, gift-giving, and more – leave many people anxious or frazzled. Such facts aren’t good news for your grin; holiday stress harms your smile. To protect your oral health in the coming days, you should monitor your mouth amid the seasonal tension. If you’d like further details, read over this summary from your local Lakewood dentist.

Are you looking to enhance your smile? If you aren’t happy with the appearance of your teeth, there are a variety of cosmetic solutions available to help you achieve your goals. Fortunately, you don’t need to be made of money to afford them either. Read on to learn about some of the more affordable cosmetic dental treatments and how dental financing can help you get the smile of your dreams!

Do you ever wish your teeth were longer and less “stubby” looking? Have you wondered if there was a way to make them appear bigger without replacing them entirely? The good news is that with cosmetic dentistry, you can improve the size, shape, spacing and color of your teeth. Here are two popular treatments that can make them look bigger and bolder, giving you the smile you desire!

When you work full time, it’s common to have employer-sponsored dental insurance. Unfortunately, however, after retirement, many people lose that coverage. Worse yet, programs like Medicare don’t always cover oral health care, putting seniors in a bind. The great news is that your dentist offers a valuable in-house membership plan that can help save you money on preventive and restorative care without the need for dental insurance. Here’s more about why if you’re a senior, or if you simply don’t have dental insurance coverage, the KLEER In-house Membership plan may be an excellent  way for you to get the treatment you need at a price that’s better suited to your budget!

Behold the power of coffee. It can warm you up or cool you down. It can be bitter, sweet, or mild. It can provide a necessary boost of energy or none at all, all the while giving you a little fiber and antioxidants too. But what happens to your daily cup of java when you start treatment with Invisalign? Will you have to forgo your joe? Here’s what you need to know about drinking coffee during treatment.

When you start your orthodontic treatment, you may be looking forward to getting an aesthetic smile. Invisalign is a popular choice as it doesn’t give you a metal look in your mouth. If you think that a beautiful grin is the only benefit, then you may be surprised to hear there are plenty more! Keep reading to learn four other reasons that clear aligners can help you aside from a cosmetic reason.

When it comes to your daily oral hygiene routine, brushing your teeth gets most of the attention. But if you’re skipping flossing, you could be putting more than just your smile at risk—you might also be putting your overall health in danger! Flossing every day does more than just remove debris from between your teeth; it plays a role in preventing serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions. Here’s what you need to know, and some tips to help you floss correctly and effectively.

In recent years, scientists have uncovered a startling link between oral health and brain health, specifically, a growing connection between gum disease and Alzheimer’s disease. While it may seem hard to imagine that bleeding gums could relate to memory loss, ongoing research shows that the inflammation and bacteria associated with periodontal disease may play a role in the development or progression of Alzheimer’s. Understanding this connection underscores the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene – not just for your smile, but for your brain as well.