Halloween comes around every year to remind us about the fun side of all things spooky, scary, and disturbing. However, the ghoulish abundance of candy thrown around does cause some concern among the dental community. Here are a few tips from your dentist to keep this season of freakishly fun frights from leading to dental emergencies down the road.

Dental emergencies can occur unexpectedly, requiring immediate dental care. Whether it’s a broken tooth, a severe toothache, or any other urgent dental issue, being aware of what to expect during your emergency dental visit is crucial. Familiarizing yourself with the steps involved can help ease any anxiety and ensure you receive timely and effective care for your dental emergency. Read on as we walk you through the process of what to anticipate when facing a dental emergency.

There are few common experiences that seem quite as frightening as having a tooth knocked out of its socket. Blows to the face, car accidents, or trauma from contact sports like football are all culprits for tooth avulsion (the medical term for a forcefully removed tooth).

So how would you weather such an event? Without knowledge or training, your first instinct would probably be to panic! As with most emergency situations, this would only make the problem worse. You need to see your dentist right away.

Continue reading for an anti-panic checklist that will help you get through this traumatic experience with confidence and keep your smile looking bright.

Are you suffering from persistent jaw pain? If so, this could be due to temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMJ issues. Your jaw is a vital, intricate part of your body, enabling everyday functions like biting and chewing up your favorite foods. However, it’s prone to injuries. If you have symptoms like jaw clicking, headaches, or tenderness, you should schedule a visit to your dentist. Continue reading to discover why.

Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dental procedures. It’s fast, easy, and can make a massive difference in how people look. More than that, just about everyone sometimes wishes that their smile could be a little bit brighter.

However, cosmetic dentistry is ideal for people who have otherwise healthy smiles that they want to improve the look of. If you have certain oral health problems, like cavities, you may want to have to deal with them before getting cosmetic dentistry. Here’s why that is, and how it may change the trajectory of cosmetic treatment for you.

A dental bridge is an effective solution to replace 1 or more missing teeth in a row. They are supported by generations of success, but how long will a dental bridge last? Most traditional fixed bridges need to be replaced every 10 to 15 years, while an implant-supported solution can last for a lifetime. However, many factors affect their life expectancy. Here’s how you can get the most from your investment.

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Dental implants are one of the most popular tooth replacement options, but they’re also the only one that requires surgery. That means that dental implant aftercare tends to be much more involved than other tooth replacement options.

If you took time off to recover from dental implant surgery, you may want to live that to the fullest. For you, that might involve taking a trip. However, flying can sometimes be a problem after certain surgeries. If you’re looking to take a flight after dental implant surgery, here’s what you should know.

You’re going along with your day just fine until you begin to experience major discomfort in your face. While sometimes random pains can go away on their own, if it lingers in your mouth, cheeks, or forehead, it could be a sign of an oral health issue. If that’s the case, it’s best to go see your emergency dentist as soon as possible before the symptoms become worse. Here are three common dental emergencies that cause facial pain and would require getting help from a dental professional.

Dentures are a common way to fill in gaps in one’s smile, whether it’s several or all of their pearly whites. They are durable, long-lasting, and have been around for years giving people full beams. If it’s been a while since you’ve lost your teeth or had them pulled, you may be wondering if you’re still eligible to get dentures. Keep reading to learn if this is possible.

January is when temperatures really start to drop, so it’s a good idea to get ready for cold weather. For you, that may mean shopping for winter clothes or stocking up on rock salt, but you should also think about how the cold weather will affect your teeth.

As it turns out, there are quite a few ways that cold weather can put you at risk for oral health problems. Here are some of the most common ones, along with how you can prevent them.