Frandsen Dental of Grantsville Blog

Many patients choose Invisalign over traditional braces because the transparent trays are considered more comfortable and discreet. Not only does your natural smile shine through, but the smooth plastic won’t gouge the tender tissues inside your mouth.

Plus, clear aligners are removable so there are no dietary restrictions to worry about. However, because they’re designed to fit like a glove, you might struggle to take them out of your mouth for meal or cleanings. Continue reading to learn 3 helpful tips that can help!

The average lifespan of dentures is around 7 to 10 years. However, your own prosthesis could potentially last shorter or longer than that depending on the care you give it. If you want your dentures to last as long as possible, then it’s important to make sure that you’re following all the right steps for maintaining them. Below are 5 tips for denture care that are worth keeping in mind.

Having a toothache is never fun. All you want to do is get relief, but many people are simply too busy or too afraid to see the dentist when it happens. Unfortunately, toothaches aren’t like regular injuries, and they won’t typically go away on their own. Worse yet, the longer you go without help, the more serious they could get.

In fact, believing that your tooth pain is “no big deal” can not only be bad for your tooth, but it can also be dangerous for your overall health, too. If left untreated, oral health infections such as abscesses can even be fatal. Here’s why it’s so important to address your toothache as soon as possible.