By Dr. LaCap

Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year for children. Dressing up in a fun costume, eating scary treats, and trick or treating are staple activities for this spooky holiday. Follow these four helpful tips to make this Halloween one to remember while keeping the little smiles in tip-top shape. 

A healthy mouth is a happy mouth—no matter how old you are! Oral health is important throughout your whole life, and by helping your child maintain theirs from a young age, you’re laying the foundation for a white and bright smile that will last for many years to come. That said, many parents have questions about when they should start cleaning their little one’s pearly whites. Here’s what your pediatric dentist wants you to know.

Your smile is one of the first things that people will notice about you—and the same goes for your child’s smile! That said, you should do everything you can to ensure that your little one is set up for a lifetime of excellent oral health, and this starts with their very first dental visit! But you might not know how to prepare or what to expect upon arriving for this crucial exam. Here’s everything your child’s dentist wants you to know.

You wake up one morning to discover you’re experiencing jaw pain on one side of your face. What could be the cause, and should you be worried? It’s natural to worry about a sudden onset of discomfort in this facial region, especially when it manifests only on one side, so what can you do? Before jumping to conclusions, consider these three reasons why this problem can occur and when you should plan to see your emergency dentist.

When it comes to watching your child play their favorite sport, you can’t help but cheer them on from the sidelines. But with all the excitement and fun, there is a level of uncertainty when it comes to their safety. You’ve equipped them with everything they need to ensure their head, hands, shoulders, and shins remain fully protected, but what about their mouth? If you want to keep their teeth fully intact while also avoiding a trip to the emergency dentist’s office, find out why it’s better to invest in custom mouthguards as opposed to the store-bought variety.

As an adult, you might assume that Invisalign clear aligners are out of the question. Whether you wore metal braces as a teenager or not, the hope of seeing a straighter smile without having to wear traditional brackets and wires isn’t a possibility, or is it? Many older individuals ask, “Am I too old for Invisalign” when meeting with their dentist. Fortunately, age is just a number when it comes to orthodontics. Read on to discover how you can still achieve a healthier, straighter smile with more subtle treatment.

Invisalign has taken the world of modern dentistry by storm! These awesome aligners can effectively correct and straighten crooked and misaligned teeth, and in a very convenient and discreet manner! That said, there are many “do-it-yourself” alternatives to Invisalign out there that claim to offer similar results—but do they actually? Keep reading to learn about four reasons why Invisalign outperforms other DIY options and why it’s the preferable choice for straightening your smile.

What’s on your to-do list this summer? Are you gearing up for a family vacation across the country? How about a trip down to the beach for some fun in the sun? What about starting Invisalign treatment? Even though enhancing your smile might not seem like an exciting summer activity, starting Invisalign during the summer is actually pretty clever and advantageous. Here are four reasons why you should consider kicking off your journey with Invisalign towards a straighter and healthier smile during the summertime.

Are you a regular coffee fiend? Does that daily cup (or pot) of Joe fuel you up and provide you with the boost you need to conquer the day? You aren’t alone—the National Coffee Association estimates that over 54% of Americans ages 18 and older drink coffee every day. But with so many people consuming this deliciously caffeinated brew, it’s worth investigating the effect that the beverage has on the body; specifically, your oral health! Keep reading to learn more about how coffee affects your dental health and why you might want to reevaluate your habit.

The conversations around dental discoloration are often limited to just yellow and brown teeth, but what about gray teeth? This common aesthetic issue often alarms patients because it’s so rarely discussed. So, if you look in the mirror and realize your teeth have taken on a grayish tint, don’t panic. Here are five common culprits and one powerful solution.