Humans have been performing dental work for thousands of years, but we’ve come a long way from drilling teeth with rocks. Every day, researchers are developing new innovations in the dental industry that make dental work easier, faster, and more painless. Below are just a few we’re excited about! 3D Dental Printers At first marketed as a tool for designers...

Having straight teeth isn’t just a cosmetic thing—it also benefits your health by strengthening your bite. Straight teeth are also usually easier to clean, which helps stave off cavities. If you’re wondering which tooth-straightening option, braces or Invisalign, would be better for your teeth, that’s a question that only your dentist can help you answer. However, here are some reasons...

If you’re planning an upcoming dental visit for your child, you might be a little nervous about how they will react in the dentist’s chair. One way to mitigate the chance of a negative experience is building excitement for the upcoming appointment. And the best tried-and-true way to captivate a child’s interest in something? Associate it with dinosaurs. Here are...

Every so often, one of our patients will express concern about the radiation levels emitted by our dental X-Ray machine. In today’s post, we’ll discuss how dental X-rays work, and why they are a safe, medically-approved tool that give dentists an unprecedented understanding of our patients’ teeth. How do Dental X-rays Work? Dental X-rays, and all X-rays, in fact, work...

Your baby’s first tooth is certainly a milestone, so it’s not surprising that many parents want to preserve this very special keepsake for years to come. Rather than simply storing the tooth in a box, here are a few more ideas you can use once the Tooth Fairy has come and gone. Put it in a shadow box Instead of...

You may have heard about “oil pulling”, a holistic treatment purported to rid your mouth of unwanted bacteria. Those who swear by the process claim that it whitens teeth, lessens the chances of tooth decay, and destroys the bacteria that cause bad breath. Today, our Charleston, SC dentist will discuss whether or not oil pulling really can benefit your oral...

In our previous post, we discussed some things that you can do to help alleviate your gag reflex during your dentist appointment. While it’s true that following those tips can help you significantly, there are also some things your dentist can do to help you, too. Read more below. Apply A Topical Anesthetic For most people, gag reflexes are triggered...

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard of MLMs, or Multi-Level Marketing companies. Even if you haven’t heard the term “MLM”, you’ve probably been approached by someone who claimed that a certain makeup, essential oil, or pair of leggings is life-changing. Now, the list of MLM products has to expanded to include another item: toothpaste. Here’s why...

The internet is chock full of “natural” and holistic solutions for whitening teeth. Unfortunately, many of these acclaimed home remedies simply don’t work, or work in ways that will harm your enamel. Read on to read about these common tooth whitening myths. Oil Pulling Some claim that swishing a teaspoon of coconut oil in your mouth offers benefits like healthier gums, plaque...

Losing a crown can be a scary feeling. However, there is no need to panic. All you need to do is protect the tooth until you can get to your dentist. Some practices have emergency dentist services that can see you after normal hours. Why Do Crowns Fall Out? Crowns fall out for a number of reasons. Usually, it is...