Smile More Dentistry Blog

For a while now, your little one has been using a manual toothbrush to learn how to properly brush their teeth. You’ve noticed they’re doing a great job at reaching all areas of their mouth, and their pediatric dentist even expresses their praise during each appointment. Now that they’re a bit older, you may be wondering, “When should I buy my child an electric toothbrush?” Although there is no set timeframe, your child’s dentist is here to share ways you can tell it is time.

The colder months bring a lot of joy to your little one, from drinking hot cocoa to celebrating the holidays. Unfortunately, seasonal sicknesses like the flu and cold are far from fun. It’s estimated that out of the six to eight colds an average child will get throughout the year, most of them occur during the winter months. As a loving parent, you want to do all you can to help them be healthy, including their smile. Read on for four tips on keeping your little one’s oral health on track during the cold and flu season.

In the age of social media, there are thousands of videos of people attempting to straighten their own smiles. Common trends are using rubber bands to close gaps or even ordering clear aligners online. It may be tempting to give one of these methods a try to save a buck, but leave it to the experts. Orthodontists attend school for at least ten years to learn how to align your smile effectively and safely. 

Many people avoid their dental office not because they have a dental phobia, but because they don’t want to have to deal with the complicated task of dealing with their dental insurance. Unfortunately, over time, not being proactive about keeping up with your smile can lead to hefty dental bills due to invasive treatments. Read on to learn how dental insurance works and the best ways to get the most out of your plan.

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.