It’s common knowledge in the US that you’re supposed to see a dentist every 6 months for professional dental care like cleanings and yearly x-rays. And we all know the whole brush-and-floss sermon. But why do we do it? If you’re healthy and have no...
It’s pretty easy to think the mouth and the body are separate when it comes to health and hygiene. After all, you go to a family dentist instead of a doctor when you need dental care. But think about it – what do our mouths...
At Beckham Square Family Dental, our local dental providers will tell our patients when a tooth extraction is the best course of action, based on the level of tooth decay or other conditions. Before referring you to a highly recommended oral surgeon, we’re happy to provide information that...
As parents, when we’re thinking about our children’s teeth, it’s most likely a list of eye-rolling and bothersome things. Is your baby teething? Bless you – that is an absolute nightmare. Does your 8-year-old love candy but hate brushing her teeth? That’s a fun nightly...
A brilliant white smile is important in American culture. Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you, and it can be as straight and aligned as possible, but if it’s yellow and stained, you’re likely not making the impression you think...
There are a bunch of reasons you might lose a tooth – accidents, health complications, drug use, gum disease. Many US adults are missing a few teeth; it’s (unfortunately) pretty common. But did you know that leaving those gaps in your smile affect way more...
Implant crowns, also referred to as dental implants or implant-supported crowns, are a great solution to any number of missing teeth. As far as natural and functional fake teeth go, they’re pretty much the gold standard. And yeah, they’re a bit expensive, but the look,...