Lakeland Dental Care Blog

If you’re a senior who is missing teeth, you may be under the erroneous belief that it’s simply too late to bother with replacing them with dental implants. But thankfully, nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, when it comes to restoring your biting function and smile, there’s no such thing as too late. Here’s why.

Modern dentures are incredibly sophisticated, capable of doing incredible things for patients who have lost many of their teeth. Their stunning realism means that it’s easy for patients to go through life day-to-day forgetting that their teeth aren’t real.

However, unlike your real teeth, it will be necessary to replace your dentures at a certain point. But unless something catastrophic happens, it might be a little bit difficult to tell when this is necessary. Here are a few warning signs to look out for.

Have you ever thought about how chlorine can affect your teeth? It’s understandable if you haven’t. Chlorinated pools are such a big summer staple that it’s easy to take them for granted. However, if you spend more than six hours a week swimming in your backyard or at your YMCA, you have an increased risk of developing dental complications. Keep reading to learn more about what those complications are and how you can avoid them.

You may feel antsy as you prep for your dental crown treatment. If you’ve never had this procedure before, you likely don’t know what to expect from it. You could easily be nervous enough to ask a big question: “Does getting a dental crown hurt?” Well, you’re in luck – your Jackson dentist can address this worry of yours. Here’s why crown treatment is painless, recovery can involve soreness, and delaying care causes pain.

For the month of September, we welcome National Gum Care Month, a timely reminder of the importance of maintaining healthy gums during every stage of life. Our gum health, like the four seasons, evolves with age, requiring varying degrees of care and attention. From childhood to adulthood and into the senior years, our gums go through transformations, each with their unique challenges and solutions. Let’s explore the ever-changing landscape of gum care, emphasizing the importance of adapting our oral health routines as we grow older.

Whether you or your child is a student heading back to classes, we have tips for maintaining a healthy smile while juggling new routines with new classes, extracurricular activities, and social events. Having a healthy smile doesn’t just boost self-confidence but also contributes to one’s overall wellbeing. Let’s look at how to prepare for school by maintaining excellent oral hygiene habits while balancing the demands of academic life.

Summer is an ideal time to participate in outdoor activities and sports. Whether swimming, playing basketball, or cycling, the warmer weather invites us to have fun and stay active. However, accidents can happen, and a dental emergency during your summer outings can put a damper on your plans. Understanding how to handle dental emergencies at home before getting in to see our dentist is crucial to minimize pain, prevent further damage and ensure a speedy recovery. We will explore some common summer sports-related dental injuries and provide essential tips to help you manage them at home.

Summer vacations are a time to relax, explore new destinations and create lasting memories. While enjoying your break, it’s essential not to neglect your oral hygiene routine. Ignoring dental care during vacations can potentially lead to oral health issues, which can put a damper on your well-deserved time off. To help you protect your smile while you are away, we have compiled a list of useful reminders that can keep your smile on track!

Summer is a time for fun, sun, and outdoor activities. However, it’s also a time when people tend to neglect their oral health with all the distractions, like barbecues, ice cream treats, and chilled sugary drinks to stay cool, so it’s all too easy to forget about taking care of your teeth and gums. But good oral health is important all year-round and, unfortunately, neglecting it during the summer months can lead to dental problems down the road.

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and it is the perfect time to bring attention to the dangers of oral cancer and the importance of having routine cancer screenings done. Oral cancer is one kind of cancer you can get in the mouth, throat, tongue, or lips, and if left undetected, it can be life-threatening. The Oral Cancer Foundation asserts that around 54,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year alone, with around 10,000 of them likely dying from this terrible disease.