Baldwin Family Dental Blog

Have you ever found yourself out and about when you feel a sharp spike of discomfort go through your gums? Tooth pain can range from a mild annoyance to an excruciating ordeal, leaving many wondering, “Is this a dental emergency?” Continue reading to learn whether tooth pain calls for a dentist appointment, or if you should treat it at home.

You’ve probably always heard that brushing and flossing is the best ways to keep your mouth healthy. While that is true, there’s one other important aspect of oral health that is often overlooked. Professional prevention through regular dental visits is one of the cornerstones of dental health. Unfortunately, it’s often seen as something that’s “nice to do” instead of being incorporated into a bigger prevention strategy. But why is it so important? Continue reading to find out!

Many people think of dental floss as an optional supplement to brushing their teeth, but nothing could be further from the truth. Flossing every day is a key part of preventing gum disease and tooth decay because it can reach between the teeth where a toothbrush cannot reach. Here’s a brief history of dental floss, including who helped to invent it, how it has evolved, and how it helps people keep their smiles healthy and strong today.

You are likely already aware that regularly brushing and flossing your teeth twice every day can prevent dental problems, but did you know that it can also benefit your brain? According to recent studies, developing gum disease and/or losing your teeth are linked with other more serious medical conditions. Keep reading to learn more about 3 ways that your oral status impacts your brain health!

Many patients feel anxious when they learn they need a root canal because they assume it will be a long and painful procedure. If you have a severely damaged tooth, though, it’s imperative to remove the infection to save it as well as provide some much-needed relief. Your dentist will provide a local anesthetic and can discuss other sedation options with you so that you feel comfortable throughout treatment. But what about timing? How long does it take? Keep reading to learn the answer!

Recovering after having your wisdom teeth extracted can sometimes be a less-than-pleasant experience. While the procedure itself is painless due to being performed under general anesthesia, the following two weeks can involve a lot of swelling and discomfort, which can make it difficult to get some sleep afterward. Here are a few tips for getting some sleep after wisdom tooth extraction.

Having a wisdom tooth extracted is a surgical procedure like any other that requires specific aftercare. Your dentist will provide instructions to help you recover as quickly as possible without developing complications. For example, your dentist likely closed the extraction site with stitches to avoid tearing or infection. Many patients wonder about these sutures. How long will they last? Do they need to be removed or will they dissolve on their own? Keep reading to find out!

When you compare life without dentures to life with them, it’s like night and day. Missing teeth can severely affect how you feel about yourself, and can make a lot of daily tasks considerably harder; dentures can change that.

One of the most obvious examples is eating. Chewing food with limited teeth is nearly impossible, and dentures can do a lot to return you to a healthy diet. However, if you want your prosthetic to last for as long as possible, there are some snacks that you may want to avoid. Here are a few examples.

Dental insurance can help you save on dental care, but it works a lot differently than the medical insurance that you understand now. Because of this, dental insurance can be difficult to navigate. One factor that can contribute to your benefits is whether you opt for an in-network or out-of-network dentist. Continue reading to learn more about dental insurance plans and how they work. The year will be over before you know it, so now’s the time to make the most of your benefits!

Metal dental crowns used to be the only option dentists had to fix their patients’ damaged teeth, but those days are long gone. If you’re tired of or insecure about people commenting on your metal crown every time you speak or laugh, modern dentistry has your back. There are now dental crowns made of non-metal materials that can offer you several advantages over their predecessors. Here are 4 reasons you shouldn’t hesitate to replace your metal dental crowns.