Picture this: you’re playing a game of pickup basketball and take an elbow to the mouth. Before you know it, your gums are on fire and your tooth is on the ground. In this scenario, is it gone for good, or can you just pop it back in like nothing happened? It’s possible to reinsert a knocked-out tooth yourself—but only under very specific conditions. Here’s an action plan so you don’t second-guess yourself in a time of crisis.

With the new year off to a great start, many people are thinking about resolutions again. If you’re one of the 96 million American adults whose 2025 goals include getting fit, that’s great news for your body and mind. But did you know that exercise can be dangerous to your oral health? Whether you’re hitting the gym, the track, or the yoga mat this year, here’s what you need to know about protecting your smile when you exercise!

You’ve probably seen the results of cosmetic dentistry discreetly but proudly shown off at work, on the street, and on television. Cosmetic dentistry includes a number of procedures designed to enhance the appearance of a smile by changing the way teeth look or how they are shaped. While you may be interested in beautifying your grin, it’s perfectly reasonable to ask about how safe a treatment is before you commit to it. Here are two popular cosmetic procedures your dentist can perform as well as a few reasons why they are completely safe.

It’s important to have the right tools for the job, and when it comes to improving your overall health and wellness, dentures might not be it. While an effective tooth replacement option for some, others can find it challenging to enjoy balanced meals. If you think your nutrition is lacking, keep reading. There’s more than one reason why your intuition is probably right!

You probably already know that smoking is bad for your teeth, but if you’ve got dentures, you may believe you’re in the clear to light up again. After all, dentures aren’t real teeth, so how harmful could smoking really be to them? Well, unfortunately the answer is pretty harmful; in fact, just because your dentures are “false” teeth, doesn’t mean they can’t still be damaged by smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco.

Here are a few ways smoking can still harm your oral health, even if you wear dentures!

Regardless of how many teeth you’re missing, having gaps in your grin can detract from your daily quality of life. Suddenly, basic tasks like eating, speaking, and smiling that once were so simple become much more challenging. Not only is it harder to grind your food and enunciate words, but your altered appearance can be a real blow to your self-confidence.

Fortunately, dentures are a versatile solution that restores your ability to talk and chew more easily. To make the most of the many benefits they provide, however, it’s important to care for them properly. Continue reading to learn 3 tips to keep your prosthetics in good shape!

Are you dreaming of a brighter smile? With modern cosmetic dentistry, achieving that dazzling grin is more accessible than ever before. In fact, cosmetic treatments have been so successful that there are many to choose from. Choice is good, but sometimes it can delay your treatment, especially if two options look equally appealing. For example, which is better for a bright smile; teeth whitening or dental veneers? Read on to learn more about both treatments so you can choose the right one for you!

As you journey through life, your smile bears witness to the passage of time. Just as your body and mind evolve with age, so too does the appearance of your teeth and gums. Understanding how aging affects your smile is the first step in forming a plan to fight it. If you want to restore some of your youthful glow, continue reading. You’ll learn how aging affects your oral appearance and some great cosmetic dentistry treatments to slow the march of time’s impact.

A lot of people assume that root canals are a surgical procedure required to alleviate tooth pain, and while it does in many instances, that’s not always the case. Sometimes, a patient will arrive at the dentist’s office with a toothache which requires this treatment only to go home and realize the throbbing has abated. If you’ve found yourself in this position, you may be questioning whether you need that surgery, after all. While only your dentist can confirm that with finality, we can help shed some light on what could be happening. Keep reading to learn more!

If you’ve just received dentures, you’re probably excited to start wearing them! Bear in mind, however, that there will be an adjustment period as you re-learn certain tasks like eating and speaking. You’ll have to get used to where to place your tongue and how to form various sounds and words. If you’ve been struggling with speaking around your new dentures, continue reading to understand a little more about what to expect and what you can do!