Falls Family Dental Blog

By definition, emergencies strike when people aren’t expecting them, and oral health disasters tend to happen at the least convenient times. Fortunately, your emergency dentist is trained and equipped to address these issues with safe and effective treatments. Here’s a quick overview of several of the most common oral health crises and how your dentist can restore the health of your smile.

Sometimes when you’re in pain, all you want to do is sleep it off. But what happens when your toothache keeps you awake? Don’t toss and turn trying to get some well-deserved shuteye. Try these tips to help you get the rest you need despite the discomfort!

Although proper preventive care can help you avoid common oral issues, like cavities and gum disease, there’s no guarantee you’ll never have a dental emergency. Issues like toothaches, lost or broken teeth, or restorations should be treated as soon as possible to keep them from worsening.

That means you should contact your dentist as soon as you notice the problem. Many offer same-day appointments so you don’t have to wait for relief, but you might hesitate to reach out if you’re unsure what to expect. Continue reading to learn more about what happens at emergency visits!

It’s a wonderful time in your life. You’ve gotten pregnant and can’t wait for your new baby to come. But oops, you lost a tooth! Now you’re wondering what you can do about replacing it. You’ve read about dental implants and know that it’s a surgical procedure, so you’re wondering if it’s prudent to have them done while carrying your baby. Keep reading to learn whether dental implants while pregnant are safe and when the best time to spring for them is.

If you’re missing one or more teeth, you’ve probably looked into dental implants as a solution. If so, you may have backed away due to the price tag, and you’re not alone. The cost can leave many patients wondering if they’re truly worth the investment. The truth is, while they aren’t the cheapest option, they are by far the best. Continue reading to learn the many benefits of dental implants and whether they’re right for you and your budget.

Dental implants are amazing prosthetic dental devices that look, work, and feel just like real teeth, making them the finest form of tooth replacement available. However, there’s a lot of misinformation about these appliances being shared across the Internet, and many people may not have the right idea about how they work. Here’s a brief guide to what they don’t tell you about dental implants.

Hundreds of studies have been conducted on fluoride, fluoridation, and tooth decay. Few topics have been examined more closely. The overwhelming weight of the evidence shows that fluoridated water reduces the rate of tooth decay.

By 1980, fluoride toothpaste had grown to reach 90 percent of the market. Given the widespread use of fluoride toothpaste today, is fluoridated water still necessary? The answer is yes. Consider the solid evidence from research that has been conducted since fluoride toothpaste became widely used. Here is a sample of the many studies showing fluoridated water continues to protect against decay:

It’s no secret there exists a strong link between soda consumption and tooth decay. Heavy soda consumption has also been linked to other health complications including diabetes, obesity, and osteoporosis.

During the past generation, milk intakes have decreased while soda pop and 100 percent juice intakes have increased. It has become a daily habit for a growing number of people, especially kids, teens, and young adults. A steady consumption of soft drinks is one of the leading causes of tooth decay.

Cavities, also known as tooth decay, occur when plague, the sticky substance that forms on teeth, combines with the sugars and/or starches of the foods that we eat. This combination produces acids that attack tooth enamel.

Tooth decay is also the second most prevalent disease in the United States (the common cold is first). Fortunately, cavities can be easily prevented.