Oral Health Warnings That Are Important Not To Ignore

At Emerald Dental, we are passionate about the state of your oral health. One of the best ways to be sure you have excellent oral health is to maintain your routine oral hygiene examinations in our office. Another way to be sure you have optimal oral health is to care for your teeth and gums properly throughout the year. In addition to brushing and flossing, it is important to be mindful of any changes in your oral health. Thankfully, your mouth often warns you when you are experiencing a problem with your teeth or gums. If you notice something that doesn’t seem right, we recommend contacting our office as soon as possible. Would you know what warning signs to look for that can tell you there is a problem with your oral health? We are here to help!

Are You Delaying Dental Treatment?

We don’t know how you feel, but we are loving the summer days! It always seems like life is a little more peaceful during these few weeks of summer. School is over, work schedules are lighter, and many people take time for themselves or go on vacation. This is the perfect time to schedule a dental treatment that we recommended for you or a loved one during your last visit to our office. Even if we didn’t recommend a treatment, it is a great time to determine if you are due for your routine hygiene examination. Delaying routine appointments and treatments can lead to serious oral health complications in the future. Continue reading to learn more.

Do You Or A Loved One Suffer From Bruxism?

Do you frequently wake up and your jaw feels tender and sore? Or do you often have headaches when you wake up in the morning? If so, you may be experiencing complications from a common condition known as bruxism. Bruxism is a condition in which you clench and grind your teeth. The majority of patients who suffer from bruxism are unaware of it, as it is typically done during sleep. It is not uncommon for patients to be made aware of their problem at their routine hygiene examination appointment. Your teeth and mouth will show obvious signs that you clench and grind your teeth.

Benefits Of Invisalign®

Would you love to straighten your teeth but are not interested in wearing traditional metal braces at your age? We hate to hear that patients are unhappy with the appearance of their teeth. We know that your unhappiness can lead to hiding your mouth, not smiling, and self-conscious feelings. At Emerald Dental, we have the perfect solution — Invisalign®. Receiving orthodontic treatment at any age can be beneficial in improving the aesthetics of your teeth as well as your overall oral health. Invisalign® is a popular orthodontic treatment that many of our patients love.

Stop Cavities Before They Start!

Do you hold your breath every time you or a loved one visits our office for a hygiene examination and cleaning because you are expecting to hear bad news about the state of your oral health? Cavities and decay can form when food and bacteria remain trapped on the surface of the teeth and between the teeth. Unfortunately, some patients have large grooves in their rear molars, making it difficult to remove trapped food. We have a treatment solution to help you and your family members protect your teeth from cavities. Read on to learn about this popular treatment.

Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants

If you or a loved one is in need of a tooth replacement, it can be overwhelming to choose an option that will fit your budget and your lifestyle as well. At Emerald Dental, we want to help our patients choose the option that is best for their needs. While we offer a number of tooth replacement options, one in particular is popular among many patients. Dental implants not only mimic the appearance of your natural teeth, but they are also durable and offer a number of other benefits to patients.

What Cosmetic Dentistry Can Do For You

We don’t know about you, but even though we have had a rather mild winter, we are still looking forward to the arrival of spring later this month. Do you have upcoming events this spring or summer that you would love to show up to with a new and improved smile? Perhaps you have a family wedding, a graduation party, or a work function. Now is an excellent time to learn more about the cosmetic dentistry treatments we offer our patients so that you can have the smile of your dreams in time for your event. Interested in learning more about cosmetic dentistry? Continue reading.

How to Prepare Your Child For Their First Visit to the Dentist

There are many important milestones in a baby’s and young child’s life, such as sitting up, crawling, the first steps, and the first words. Another milestone that we want to recognize is a child’s first visit to the dentist. Do you know when a child should visit the dentist for the first time? Whether you have a young child in your life at the moment or not, this is important information to have. A child should visit the dentist for the first time by their first birthday. This gives us the opportunity to examine the first teeth and ensure they are erupting from the gums properly.

When We Say We Treat Everyone, We Mean EVERYONE

When was the last time you visited our office for a routine hygiene examination or cleaning? It’s still the beginning of 2023 and a perfect time to evaluate the state of your oral health. If it has been some time since your last hygiene examination or cleaning, now is the time to schedule an appointment. Since we are able to see patients of all ages, we can help you save time and see every member of your family. We encourage you to schedule any needed appointments as soon as possible. Delaying routine appointments and treatments can lead to serious oral health complications in your future.