Tobacco does not have a great reputation. Whether or not you use it, you probably think you have heard all the negative effects it can have on your health. The ill-effects are not just limited to cigarettes either, especially when it comes to the effects on your mouth’s health. Chewing tobacco and dip, along with…
DetailsEvery year, Vermilionville hosts three cultural day celebrations – Creole, Acadian, and Native American. This weekend, Creole heritage will be honored and celebrated during Creole Culture Day (the first of the three cultural day celebration) set for a day of cultural exchange designed to enhance your awareness and your appreciation. The family-friendly event will explore the history…
DetailsGum disease is incredibly common disease. For adult Americans over the age of 40, the majority of them are affected by gum disease. Despite being so common, many people are still unsure how to defend against gum disease and why it is so important to do so. While the earliest stage, known as gingivitis, can…
DetailsWhen you lose a tooth as a child, it often came with a friendly visit from the Tooth Fairy. Unfortunately, losing any teeth as an adult is usually much less fun. Losing a tooth in adulthood can happen for several reasons that can include severe damage or decay, gum disease, injury, or overcrowding. If a…
DetailsA lot of people joke about their flossing habits or their lack thereof. Maybe you already floss regularly or maybe you used to floss daily, but the habit didn’t stick. Maybe you never learned the importance of flossing and therefore never even started the habit in the first place. Flossing is just as important as…
DetailsIt can be easy to believe that dull yellow teeth are simply the result of stains on the outer layer of your teeth. However, tooth discoloration can come in two types: intrinsic and extrinsic. Understanding the difference between these two types of tooth stain can help you better understand how to achieve the brighter smile…
DetailsYour teeth emerge from your gums at different stages throughout childhood and into early adulthood. The first teeth to erupt are your incisors, then your canines, then your premolars and molars, and lastly your third molars. Third molars, named as such because they are the third set of molars and last teeth to emerge, are…
DetailsThe appearance of your smile is not just affected by the appearance of your teeth. Gum tissue that is disproportionately larger than your teeth can make your teeth look small and result in what is commonly known as a “gummy smile.” Even if the gum tissue is proportionate to your teeth, there can be issues…
DetailsYou probably already know that sugar can lead to tooth decay. You know that coffee or tea can lead to yellow stains on your smile. You likely know that chewing on ice can be problematic for your teeth, too. While you know the things to avoid for your smile, do you know that there are…
DetailsSpring is nearly over and summer is upon us, which means that we are in a very busy wedding season. Whether you have your own wedding coming up, somebody else’s big day, or if you have another big life moment altogether, you want to look your sharpest. Brightening your smile with cosmetic dentistry can be a way…
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