Glynn Dental Blog

You just had a weakened tooth restored with a dental crown, and it has made quite a positive difference for your smile. But even as you’ve been enjoying the benefits of your crown, you may find yourself wondering exactly how long you can expect it to last before you need to get a new one. The answer can vary quite a bit more than you think; below is some important information that dentists want their patients to know about the lifespans of dental crowns.  

If you check your smile in the mirror and see a black line around your dental crown, you are naturally going to be concerned. Where did this line come from? And what can you do to address the problem and keep your smile looking its best? Your dentist is here to answer these questions so that you have a clear idea of what’s going on with your dental work.

How can you make sure that your smile gets the care it needs at a price that you can afford? Oftentimes, the key is to take full advantage of your dental insurance benefits before they reset. If you’re trying to figure out the best way to use your dental insurance plan, your dentist is here to help! Here are 3 strategies for maximizing your benefits. 

Did you know that more than a third of the population of the United States is afraid of dental treatment? Far too many people don’t visit the dentist’s office as often as they should due to their fears. If you have any kind of dental phobia, you might find yourself wondering where it came from in the first place. Below is a brief look at factors that could lead to a fear of the dentist – as well as how dental sedation can be used to help overcome said fear.

If there’s anyone in your family with special needs, then you know how important it is to find a practice that’s able to accommodate them. One thing you can look for is whether they offer a variety of sedation options. While dental sedation is often recommended as a solution for dental anxiety, it can also help all kinds of patients get the care that their smiles deserve. Here’s how your loved ones with special needs could benefit from dental sedation.

Dental implants resemble your natural teeth in many different ways; not only do they have a similar feel and appearance, but they can also help prevent bone loss in your jaw. But do dental implants mimic teeth in less-than-desirable ways as well? Do you have to worry about them developing cavities if you don’t keep them clean? Your dentist is here to explain what kinds of oral health threats your dental implants need to be protected from.

Are you scheduled to have root canal therapy performed to try and save an infected tooth? If so, then you should start planning for the recovery period right now. It’s essential to know what to expect after root canal therapy so that you can make sure that the healing process is as problem-free as possible. Here’s a brief summary of what will happen after the procedure as well as some of the aftercare instructions you’ll need to follow.

Plenty of people are in the habit of enjoying a drink at the end of the day. But what if you just had a tooth removed due to a dental emergency? There are several steps you’ll need to take in order to protect your mouth after this procedure – and unfortunately, one of those steps is avoiding alcohol. Here’s why you should stay away from beer or wine after tooth extraction.

When you have a tooth that is severely decayed or infected, your options for having it treated are limited. Sometimes it might be possible to save the tooth with root canal therapy. In other cases, though, the tooth might need to be extracted. Which treatment is the best choice for you and your smile? Here’s what you need to know to figure out the answer to this crucial question.

There are quite a few holidays in March, from well-known ones such as St. Patrick’s Day to those that aren’t talked about as often like National Pi day. When taking part in these celebrations, it’s important to remember that many of them are less than ideal for your oral health. If you want to prevent dental problems, you need to be careful not to overindulge in foods that are bad for your teeth. Below are examples of March holidays that could potentially put your smile at risk.