Lancaster Family Smiles Blog

Has it been a while since you last visited your dentist? You may be nervous about being back in the chair after several months or even years, but getting familiar with what happens at a routine cleaning can give you more confidence! After all, your dentist will be excited that you are back. They care for you and your oral health, so they won’t judge you at all. Here is a little refresher on what you can expect when you get to your dental appointment.

Your toothbrush gets used daily, from when you wake up to getting ready to call it a night. You may not think about replacing it every so often until it looks frayed, worn out, or is even falling apart! You aren’t alone, as many people only switch theirs when it starts to look unusable. But can waiting to swap out your toothbrush be harmful to your oral health? Continue reading to learn when you should get a new one and why it’s important to be consistent with doing so.

Dental implants can potentially last for decades, but in order for them to succeed, they must be placed by an experienced, qualified dental expert. As such, before you even begin the process, it’s important to pick the right dentist for the job. To help make this decision easier, here’s a closer look at 4 of the key factors that can help determine whether a given dentist is a good choice for dental implant treatment.

Some of the consequences of losing teeth are immediately obvious, such as having a harder time speaking clearly or not being able to chew certain foods properly. But did you realize that missing teeth could eventually change the shape of your face? Without a complete smile, you could eventually experience facial collapse that makes you look older. Here’s a brief look at how missing teeth can impact facial shape – and how dental implants can help you avoid this problem.

Tooth loss is a frustrating health issue that can lead to diminished confidence and difficulty speaking and eating as well as a host of oral maladies like jawbone atrophy, gum injury, and the loss of more teeth. Fortunately, dental implants can replace missing pearly whites with beautifully lifelike restorations while stimulating the jawbone to keep it strong and healthy. Here’s how dental implants are placed and what your dentist will do to ensure your comfort.

If you’re considering dental implants, you’re already looking for a long-term solution. But did you know that what your implant is made of can make a big difference in how long it actually lasts? Just like any restoration, the materials used are a huge contributing factor in durability, appearance, and overall success. Here’s what you need to know about dental implant materials and how they affect the lifespan of your prosthetics.

Desiring straighter teeth is becoming more popular among adults. While orthodontics is commonly viewed as something teenagers experience, older individuals are turning to clear aligners, like Invisalign, to address dental issues and achieve a more pleasant smile. However, with this increased interest in aligners come individuals who have existing dental restorations (i.e., dental crowns, veneers, dental bridges, etc.). Can the two work together successfully? Keep reading to find out.

When teeth do not line up, multiple problems can occur, including enamel erosion and jaw pain. An overbite, underbite, crossbite, or open bite can make daily tasks like eating increasingly difficult over time; however, with Invisalign clear aligners, there may be a way to address the issue once and for all. Keep reading to find out if this non-metal solution is enough to realign your bite and if so, how a new smile can be achieved.

If you have missing teeth that you’d like to replace, you might be considering dental implants. You’ve heard that they’re the gold standard of tooth replacement, and you want what’s best for your smile – however, you may still have questions or concerns. One thing that many patients wonder is if dental implants are truly a long-lasting and permanent solution for tooth loss. In the vast majority of cases, they absolutely are! Here’s what you need to know.

Invisalign has taken the world of modern dentistry by storm, and more patients than ever before are opting to use these clear aligners to achieve their orthodontic goals. However, some patients encounter one particular challenge when navigating the Invisalign process: speaking while wearing their aligners! Fortunately, these issues rarely last and are normally quite easy to overcome. Here’s what you need to know.