Chipped teeth are not fun, and knowing the options for treating a chipped tooth is important for keeping your smile intact. There are a few things you should know about the risks that can lead to a chipped tooth, along with understanding whether you’re dealing with an emergency dental situation or not. Treating a chipped…
At Lovett Dental Piney Point Village, we know you understand the importance of good oral health. This begins by regularly brushing and flossing at home and extends to regular check-ups and cleanings at your dentist’s office. However, some individuals and families may be worried they aren’t able to cover dental care costs. Fortunately, there are…
Statistics show that around 26% of adults in the United States have untreated tooth decay. These numbers continue to increase as people ignore the need to take good care of their oral health. It is important to know how does tooth decay develops from practicing ways of preventing it. Tooth decay occurs when the tooth…
According to a survey by the dentists’ association in the United States, only 4 out of 10 people floss daily. You need to learn the benefits of flossing daily to embrace the activity. Most people view flossing as an alternative to brushing their teeth. Dentists recommend that you brush twice daily while also flossing daily.…
Because we experience a wide variety of dental issues, it is sometimes challenging to determine what is an emergency or not. If you are experiencing a severe issue, receiving emergency dental services could save your tooth. In this guide, we introduce information regarding determining if you need emergency dental services or if the tooth problem…
The scientific name for bad breath is halitosis, and it is something that happens to all of us. It also leads us to wonder about the causes of bad breath. The simple answer is bacterial growth in the oral cavity, teeth, and tongue. A sulfuric type odor occurs when our mouths break down our food’s…
The CDC has set forth guidelines for dental procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic, and Lovett Dental is committed to putting patient safety first. Dental practices have been asked to limit patient visits to emergency dental procedures only during this time. However, you may not know what oral health issues are emergencies, as dangerous infections and…
When you smile as you are looking in the mirror, you might notice changes in your teeth. For example, shifting might have occurred if your teeth used to be straight. That leads us to think about how to prevent teeth shifting. Shifting teeth occur for a variety of reasons. In this guide, we are looking…
What are dental implants? They are perhaps the closes thing you can get to natural and healthy teeth. You are free to talk, laugh, smile, and eat with dental implants without feeling self-conscious about your teeth or your look. Dental implants are a popular solution for a variety of dental issues that arise. Both dentists…
Have you ever fallen, gotten tackled too hard during football, or bitten down on something too hard? Dental injuries can be painful and unpleasant, but the right type of dental injury treatment for an injury makes a huge difference. Thanks to the wonders of modern medicine, it is possible to fix just about any dental…