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Routine dental cleanings keep your oral health in top shape, but when things go south, you may need a next-level deep cleaning — root surface debridement. Here’s what you need to know about this modern technique.

Like your hairline, your gums can shrink back and leave bare spots. If your teeth are looking longer and looser, you may have a gum recession problem. Here’s how to spot the signs and what to do about it.

When it comes to improving smiles, teeth get all the attention. But your gums may need a makeover, too. Here’s how to decide if gum contouring is right for you.

Genetics plays a role in all types of cancer, but there’s a lot you can do to prevent this disease, especially oral cancer. Here’s what you should and should not do to avoid mouth and throat cancer.

That excruciating pain in your mouth isn’t going away. Your infected wisdom tooth is persistent and undeniable. You likely need to have it removed, but don’t panic: The process is surprisingly easy and painless. Here’s what to expect.

Will it hurt? How long will I be out of school and sports? Is it really necessary? You and your teen have questions and concerns about wisdom teeth removal. Here’s what you need to know before their appointment.

Sometimes it’s best to read the end of a book or see the end of a movie first to know what you’re getting into. Spoiler alert: Teeth In A Day can transform your smile in 24 hours! Here’s a sneak peek.

Your mouth speaks what’s in your heart, but that’s not their only connection. Diseases that start in your mouth can travel to the rest of your body and affect your heart health. Here’s what you need to know about this profound biological link.

Getting a single dental implant is a worthwhile investment. Getting a mouthful can be life-changing! Here’s what makes full-mouth dental implants a lasting solution.

If you see more gums than teeth when you grin, you have a gummy smile. You may have been born that way, but you don’t have to live with it. Here’s how our quick, quiet, and comfortable  laser therapy can transform your gummy smile.

You may think it’s no big deal that you lost a tooth, but don’t brush it off too quickly. That gap can cause many problems you haven’t even considered. Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore missing teeth.

If dental visits make you nervous but you need some work done, you’re in luck. Laser therapy is quick, quiet, and comfortable, wiping out three of the top reasons people avoid the dentist chair. That’s not all — here are more benefits of laser therapy. 

Dental implants will change your life, but first, you may need a bone graft to prep your jaw. Here’s a look at the four bone grafting materials commonly used.

If people wince when you talk, stand at arm’s length, or worse, avoid you altogether, you may have chronic bad breath, which could be a sign of oral and overall health problems. Here’s what your breath is saying.

If you need dental implants, but don’t have enough bone in your jaw, you may be a candidate for a sinus lift. It sets the stage for those implants. But after surgery and before implants, you need to recover. Here’s how to do it right.

Dental implants can change your life, whether you’re missing a tooth or two or wearing dentures and wishing you weren’t. Here’s how to tell whether they’re right for you.

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Aside from the grammatical errors, that’s a pretty wise adage. But it doesn’t apply to wisdom teeth, and here’s why.

Your gums hold your teeth in place and prevent bacteria from invading the roots, so if yours are receding, you may need gum graft treatment. Here’s what to expect.

When you think of cancer, you probably think of the top three: breast, lung, and prostate, but thousands develop and die from oral cancer every year. Here’s what you need to know about oral cancer and when to get screened.

Why would a dental practice talk about diabetes? Because gum disease is one of the many health issues that go hand in hand with this chronic disease. Here’s what you need to know.

Imagine looking into the future and seeing the results of your dental work before you say yes to the procedure. That’s what RAYFace does for you, and here’s how.

Missing teeth detract from your smile, change your profile, and increase your risk for misalignment, gum disease, and bone loss. Dental implants can solve all of those issues. Here’s what getting dental implants entails.

We’ve traded in old-school drills and scalpels for high-tech lasers, and you’ll never view a trip to the dentist the same way again. Here’s a look at laser dentistry and the top reasons you should make the switch. 

Can sugar really rot your teeth, or is that an old wives’ tale? Keep reading to get the facts about sweets and teeth.

Fear of the dentist is so prevalent it has its own name — dentophobia. Knowing why you dread going to the dentist is the first step in overcoming dental anxiety. The next step is learning about fear-fighting techniques to make your visit enjoyable.

Everyone knows that brushing and flossing are essential for healthy teeth, but did you know that gum care is just as important? Here’s what happens when you neglect your gums and how you can keep yours strong and healthy.

If you think a missing tooth is merely a cosmetic problem, think again. In addition to wrecking your smile, that lost tooth wreaks havoc on your oral health. Here’s why you shouldn’t brush it off.

Like the South Louisiana families we serve, our practice is growing. We’re happy to introduce our associate doctor, Laura Smith, DDS. Take a moment to get to know her and see why we trust her — and why you can, too.

If brushing your teeth twice a day is good, is it even better to brush them more often or scrub harder? Find out here if you’re overdoing it at the sink.

Can brushing your teeth prevent a heart attack? Maybe. Learn how your gums and heart share a unique connection and how staving off gum disease can preserve your heart health.

Ignoring a lost tooth is a bad idea. It puts you at risk for tooth decay, gum disease, and crooked teeth. But which replacement option is best? Here’s a comparison of two popular choices: bridges and dental implants.

Healthy gums are firm and light pink and hug your teeth securely. If they shrink away, they can’t support your teeth, causing several oral health problems. Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore receding gums.

Periodontal maintenance is a special type of oral cleaning specifically focused on helping those with periodontal disease stop, manage, and defend against the possible side effects of this condition.

No one wants to have a tooth pulled, but sometimes it’s the best way to preserve your oral health. The key to a smooth extraction experience is to avoid a dry socket. Here’s what you need to know.

Flossing is one of the most important parts of dental hygiene. If you brush off this step, you could be setting yourself up for a long list of problems. Here’s what happens when you don’t floss.

Dental implants replace missing teeth and restore your mouth to full function and like-new appearance. But it takes a strong jawbone to support the implant, and you may need a bone graft to shore yours up. Here’s how it works.

Do you have an overly gummy smile or teeth that look too short? A simple procedure called crown lengthening can help. Here’s what you can expect.

You know what a nose job is, but what’s a sinus lift? Find out when you might need this routine procedure and why your dentist may be the one to do it.

About 5 million people a year get their wisdom teeth removed. Should you be one of them? Keep reading to learn why wisdom tooth extraction is so prevalent and what’s in it for you.

If your teeth seem to be getting longer, it’s just an optical illusion. Your teeth aren’t growing — your gums are shrinking. Find out what causes gum recession so you can stop it and save your teeth.

Are your gums bright red and puffy? Do you sometimes see a streak of blood mixed with your toothpaste when you spit? You might have periodontitis, which means your overall health may be in danger. Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore these signs.

Aside from cosmetic concerns, there are lots of reasons you shouldn’t live with missing teeth. Replacing them can save your oral — and your overall — health. Read on to learn more about the gold standard: dental implants.

According to research by the American Dental Association, 95 percent of the American population considers oral hygiene essential to their overall health and well-being. However, even with this widely held opinion, many Americans fail to practice...

Periodontal disease or periodontitis is a condition that occurs when bacteria found in plaque build up around teeth and gums, causing inflammation. Without treatment, this inflammation can cause the gums and supporting bone structure to deteriorate...

This type of procedure is usually not as scary as many people think. In fact, recovery time depends on your general oral hygiene, your body’s ability to heal, your age and the length of time the extraction itself took.

There are few things as impactful as losing your teeth and not having an option for replacement. Fortunately, if you lost teeth in an accident, because of an uncontrolled systemic disease or any other unfavourable situation...