Especially if you and your loved one have been together for a long time, it can feel hard to get away for a date night. Luckily enough, there are plenty of events going on in Lafayette this week designed to give people a beautiful date night. If you want something fun to enjoy alone or…
In Lafayette, LA, and throughout the rest of the country, it’s almost time for school to be back in session. When it comes to back-to-school season, it can be easy to get focused on school supplies and new clothes, but health is just as important to remember. Preparing your kids’ smiles for going back to…
This week in Lafayette, LA, and in nearby towns by the bayou, there is plenty to do. There are plenty of events to enjoy while the family’s schedules are a little less busy during the summer time. Another thing to think about during the less-busy summer time is setting an appointment for an exam and…
Your smile is strongest when all of your natural teeth (with the exception of some wisdom teeth) are present. The loss of your permanent adult teeth can take a negative toll against your oral health. Tooth loss can lead to a loss of bone density in your supportive structures, a loss of confidence in your…
Getting bad news is never fun. Learning that you need a dental extraction falls into that category of not-fun bad news. However, a very important thing to remember is that your dentist always has your oral health as the top priority. A dental extraction should never be recommended unless absolutely necessary. Keeping your natural teeth…
If you live in or near Lafayette, Louisiana, then you know that the culture is rich, the food is delicious, and there is always fun just around the corner. There are plenty of events coming up this week and next in town. From an Artmosphere Brunch with a hit musician to book clubs, Cajun celebrations,…
You only get one set of permanent teeth in your lifetime. This fact, along with your desire to have fresh breath and a bright smile, may encourage you to take good care of your oral health. In doing so, you probably brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day and visit for your…
Having chronic pain can make a big difference in your overall lifestyle. TMJ disorder, which is an overall term for dysfunction with your temporomandibular joints (TMJs), can create constant pain in your life. The TMJs connect your both sides of your lower jaw to your skull and provide movement for your jaw and mouth. Having…
Dental crowns are an extremely common way to restore a tooth, and they have been common for quite a long time. Modern crowns are much more lifelike than dental crowns of the past. Advancements in dental technology and materials have made it so that dental crowns can look lifelike and perform with durability. A dental crown…
If you are missing even just one tooth, it is very important to consider tooth replacement. Missing teeth can continue to make an impact on the health of your mouth long after it has left your smile. Voids in your smile can limit your abilities with your mouth’s main functions, increase your risk of losing…
