Fluoride is a mineral that has a lot of controversy surrounding it. College Family Dentistry is breaking down fact from fiction. Here at College Family Dentistry, we are dedicated to ensuring that our patients are informed and confident about their treatment. Today, we’re breaking down some of the most popular fluoride facts and myths. Fact: […]
Each year 3 million teeth are knocked out (tooth avulsion is the fancy term) due to sports, some statistics place this number much higher at 5 million teeth. The highest number of incidents happen in sports due to poor facial protection. There are many preventative steps you can take to reduce the probability of this […]
We are excited by the healthier and more attractive smiles we create for our patients. Today, many relatively simple options exist to improve your smile, too! Your smile communicates a lot about how you feel about yourself. Even a minor flaw in your smile can keep you from feeling your best about the way you […]
Infective endocarditis: A potentially fatal disease in which the inner lining of the heart becomes inflamed. Diabetes: Studies have shown that diabetics with gum disease were three times more likely to have heart attacks than those without gum disease. Spontaneous pre-term births: Women with gum disease are 7-8 times more likely to give birth prematurely […]
(If you notice any of the following signs please call our Baton Rouge dentistry and make an appointment with a hygienist immediately.) Gums that bleed when you brush your teeth Gums are red, swollen or tender Pus between teeth and gums when gums are pressed Permanent teeth are loose or separating Change in the way […]
Your teeth are intended to last a lifetime. They will if you care for them properly. This means brushing and flossing daily, and regular visits to your dentist and hygienist to help avoid gum disease. Gum disease is an infection of the gum and bone that holds teeth in place. As the disease progresses bone […]
Having clean and polished teeth not only gives you a great smile but it also prevents tooth decay and other diseases. Do you know that brushing and flossing at home cannot remove plaque and tartar completely? Why is professional cleaning of teeth necessary every six months? Having clean and polished teeth not only gives you […]
Putting off regular cleanings because you don’t have dental insurance may feel easy enough. But when you’re dealing with a toothache or some other dental issue, you may start wondering, “how much does it cost to go to the dentist without insurance?” Dental insurance is a great resource and an important step toward keeping up […]
Whether your morning coffee has left your teeth looking dingy or you’re just wishing your smile could be brighter, teeth whitening could be a good solution. But if you’re exploring teeth whitening options, you may be wondering, “is teeth whitening safe?” With so many teeth whitening products on the market – from at-home teeth whitening […]
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