Webster Lake Dental Blog

Are you happy with your smile? Do you like to show it off to others? Does it help you feel confident and comfortable? If so, you may also find that it helps to improve your mood and behavior. Because of its positive effects, dentists throughout the country are celebrating World Smile Day on October 4. Discover the meaning behind this unique holiday and what you can do to help someone else feel the same joy with a simple smile.

Whether you’re reclined in a comfortable chair at the theatre or cozying up on your couch at home, watching a movie just isn’t complete without popcorn. So, it’s not too surprising that the Popcorn Board estimates that roughly 15 billion quarts of this snack are enjoyed by Americans each year. But can this popular food damage your teeth? Keep reading to learn the answer!

There is a reason veneers are widely loved. In fact, there are several! In addition to being able to address multiple dental imperfections at once, this cosmetic dental treatment is relatively easy to maintain, can last for over a decade, and doesn’t require you to completely alter your diet. But can you still drink coffee with veneers? You’ll find the answer below.

Spring is one of the most beautiful and refreshing seasons. Everyone loves to see flowers and sunshine after a long winter! However, springtime is also allergy season. If high pollen counts have you suffering from symptoms like sneezing and nasal congestion, you might feel pretty miserable. To add to your troubles, your seasonal allergies could be indirectly endangering your oral health! How might your allergies do that, and what can you do to protect your smile? This blog post provides some helpful information.

Whether your first consultation is rapidly approaching, or your smile makeover is already complete, you may be wondering if you can get cavities with veneers. After all, the last thing you want is to invest your valuable time and money on your gorgeous grin just to have tooth decay ruin it. Don’t worry – this entire blog is dedicated to how to maintain your healthy, gorgeous smile with veneers!

According to the latest census, nearly 68% of Americans will be traveling this November and December – that’s more than 174 million people! Whether you’re planning on catching a flight or taking a road trip out of town, it’s important that you are proactive about maintaining your oral health. For that reason, we’re sharing some simple ways to care for your smile while traveling for the holidays.

Dentures are among the most tried-and-true of all tooth replacement options, having assisted countless patients old and new with restoring their lost pearly whites. In fact, dentures can significantly enhance the quality of life for individuals with missing teeth, restoring their ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. But to ensure that dentures last for several years, precise and particular maintenance is key. Continue reading below to learn a little more about some of the things you should and shouldn’t do while taking care of dentures, if you want to get the most mileage out of them!  

Even though they’re commonly called your “pearly whites,” teeth aren’t always white in color—sometimes they can retain a yellowish-brown tint, especially if you’re a regular coffee fiend. This is perhaps the most common type of staining; however, it is certainly not the only type. It’s also possible for teeth to turn blue or gray in color, which surprises some patients. Here’s more about a few of the possible causes for this discoloration, along with why turning toward your trustworthy dentist for assistance is a wise move.

Life can come at you pretty fast—and sometimes, dental emergencies can happen without discretion and when you least expect them to. There’s no doubt that these situations can be incredibly inconvenient and stressful, but did you know that simply having a dental emergency kit ready to go when the time comes can save you quite a bit of trouble? Here’s more from your emergency dentist about the value of having these supplies within reach when you suffer an expected dental injury.

Dentures are a tried-and-true solution when it comes to tooth replacement, and countless patients with missing teeth have benefitted greatly from these useful restorations over the years. That said, as useful as dentures are, they sadly aren’t meant to last forever; patients can generally get a decade or so of great use out of them before they need to be replaced. However, during this time, dentures also need to be adjusted to ensure a proper fit. Keep reading to learn more about what goes into this process, known as a denture reline, and why it’s needed.