If you grew up like most Americans, your parents probably warned you that eating too much sugar would “rot your teeth.” As a concerned parent, you’ve probably found yourself admonishing your own children to limit their sugar intake or run the risk of developing cavities. Unfortunately, reducing the amount of what scientists call “free sugars”…
Are you considering teeth whitening treatment so that you can finally get the luminescent smile you have always wanted? If so, there are several things that you should know before you decide on a treatment. An experienced cosmetic dentist, your Lafayette LA dentist, Dr. Michael Young, has helped many patients get the results they want…
Do you cover your mouth when you laugh? Do you try to avoid appearing in photos? For many people, uneven teeth can be an embarrassing ordeal. While many people desire a more esthetically pleasing smile, but fear wearing metal braces will hurt their professional appearance. Fortunately, we offer a clear and comfortable alternative to metal…
Don’t let missing teeth ruin your holiday season by not allowing you to eat some of your favorite foods! Consider dentures. Dentures are false teeth that replace teeth you have lost. Over the years, there have been major advancements in the look and fit of dentures. Today, dentures are custom-made for each individual, and mimic…
Lafayette dentist, Dr. Michael J. Young, has restored the smiles of many a patient dealing with missing teeth. There’s no doubt that losing a permanent tooth is upsetting, and can really change both the way you look and the way you are perceived. If you have missing teeth, but you’re not sure the best way…
Our family and cosmetic dental office provides multiple tooth replacement options. Losing teeth can have cosmetic and functional repercussions. Furthermore, the whole situation can be simply embarrassing. Addressing tooth loss in an expedient manner is important if you want to avoid issues like other teeth drifting out of place, or jawbone density issues. Your Lafayette…
Veneers were once only suitable for Hollywood make-up artists to use on actors. Picture someone playing a historical figure, for example. Dental veneers had the ability to change a movie star’s entire look. Unfortunately, it was the adhesive that posed a problem, making veneers temporary. Luckily, innovation has made veneers a viable cosmetic solution for…
Lafayette Dentists Explains Teeth’s Defenses Given the wide range of dental hygiene products, dental restoration techniques, and prevalence of dental diseases, you might think that human were teeth were utterly defenseless against the afflictions that plague them. If so, then you might also be surprised to learn that your teeth are actually protected by the…
During one of your bi-annual dental appointments, a dental assistant will capture dental x-rays. Should you be worried about radiation exposure? While the amount of radiation required for a traditional dental x-ray is miniscule, now it’s even less. At Dr. Young’s Lafayette dental office, you’ll be exposed to 80% less radiation that that miniscule amount…
Your diet reveals many things about your overall and oral health. For example, patients with diets heavy in sweets have a greater likelihood of developing diabetes and even gum disease, if their teeth cleaning regimen is sub-par. On the other hand, eating plenty of fruits and fresh veggies helps fortify your teeth and body, which…
