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…
Is your dental cleaningtechnique correct? Surprisingly, this question is oftentimes answered incorrectly by many patients. While most people believe their teeth brushing skills have been perfected after years of practice, their dental exams sometimes prove otherwise. In fact, a lot of patients make common, yet easy-to-correct mistakes that attribute to less-than-perfect brushing habits. To teach…
Have you considered having dental veneers placed? Then you may want to read today’s article. Veneers come in a variety materials; from porcelain and ceramic to composite resin, patients won’t have to worry about their options. Additionally, different brands of veneers exist, too. Here, Dr. Michael J. Young, your Lafayette, LA dentist shares popular dental…
