Waking up with jaw pain can put a serious damper on your day, but how do you identify what the problem is? Jaw pain is associated with both bruxism and TMJ disorder (TMD), causing the two conditions to be commonly confused. Bruxism and TMJ disorder are often linked. Bruxism can be the result of TMD,…
What’s causing your bad breath? It could be as simple as what you ate for lunch, or it could be a serious oral health issue. The most common bad breath causes include foods like onion and garlic, poor oral hygiene, infections in the mouth, and medications. Thankfully, our dentist in Lafayette, LA, Dr. Michael Young,…
The best way to maintain a beautiful smile is by preventing and correcting any problems that threaten your oral health. The goal of preventive dentistry is to do just that. For a smile that will last a lifetime, teeth need to be cared for on a regular basis. Serving patients in Lafayette, LA and Delcambre,…
The best way to cure oral disease and dysfunction is to prevent it. That’s why preventive dentistry services–such as a routine dental checkup and cleaning–are so important for both your oral and extended health. However, you might be wondering how to tell when it’s time to visit a dentist. Well, wonder no more! Here, we’ll…
Your Lafayette, LA dentist’s office will provide important services during your routine dental exam. Over the course of your visit, you can count on great care in the form of a dental cleaning that removes plaque and bacteria, on top of a thorough review of your smile to find any oral health problems that might…
Part of keeping your smile healthy is attending a checkup and cleaning appointment at least once every six months. While that’s common knowledge, many people fail to stick to that routine consistently, which significantly increases their risks of experiencing preventable conditions like tooth decay and gum disease. At our Lafayette, LA, dental office, we encourage…
Today is New Year’s Eve; are you ready for the countdown to 2019? Some people make a New Year’s resolution every single year, while some do not even bother with it. Whether or not you are a person who makes New Year’s resolutions, we have some ideas on how to get a healthier smile in…
It can be hard to believe that 2018 has just a few weeks left. With the New Year fast approaching, you may have already decided on your New Year’s Resolution for 2019. Maybe you have decided to work out more or finally finish that art project? If you have not decided what your resolution will…
Elementary, junior high, high schools, and even colleges, tend to get a long extensive break for the holidays. This means that most kids and teens get a good chunk of free time during this time of year. Some lucky adults also get a long break for the winter season. This amount of free time makes…
What is your current strategy for fighting cavities, and maintaining an attractive smile? Are you brushing at least twice a day? How often are you taking the time to floss when you clean your teeth? There are several valuable measures you can take to protect your smile on your own time. With that said, you…