White Clay Dental Blog

If you’ve recently invested in dental implants to replace your lost teeth, you don’t have to watch what you put on your plate this summer. A dental implant is unique because it replaces both the root and the crown. Inserting a titanium post into the jawbone to serve as a root gives your restoration unmatched support and stability. You can regain 70% of your natural biting force, so you can enjoy many seasonal favorites. However, there are a few things you should know about 4 common summer foods.

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Summertime is finally upon us, and you’ve probably got a lot of fun trips and festivities planned for you and your family! But before you kick things off, have you considered the state of your smile? No matter where you’re heading or what you’re doing, your oral health is not something that you should want to neglect. Here are some useful tips from your trusted dentist to help you keep your pearly whites looking and feeling their best so you can focus on enjoying all of your fun in the sun!

We live in a society that heavily emphasizes first impressions, and frequently, books are judged by their cover, meaning that it’s always worth making an effort to seem more approachable and presentable. That said, your pearly whites are one of the best assets at your disposal for making this happen—but they aren’t the only advantage you have. Keep reading to learn more from your trusted dentist about a few other ways you can come off as friendlier and more welcoming so that you can light up the room wherever you are!

Graduation represents a new start for young students; it means leaving the comfortable world of schooling behind and entering (or re-entering) the workforce.

If you’re graduating this May, you’ve spent the last few years making sure that you’re well-prepared for that transition. But there’s one more thing you can do to shore up your chances: cosmetic dentistry!

Having a smile you’ll be happy to show off will give you an edge in upcoming interviews and help you look your best for your graduation photos. Here are a few treatments that can help you do that.

Summer’s finally here! If you’ve got something planned for you and your family, now is the time to make sure that everything is in order. You may have checked the booking information, the quality of your car, and even that you have everything packed. But have you checked on the quality of your family’s teeth?

If you haven’t, there are a few reasons you may want to make a trip to the dentist’s office before you leave. Here’s why that’s a good idea.

If you’re like many Americans, your tax refund has already hit your bank account. If it’s burning a hole in your pocket, don’t blow it on a big-ticket item. Instead, invest the extra cash in a healthy, beautiful smile. Money is tight for a lot of people right now, which means dental care can be put on hold. If you’ve been pinching pennies, now is the time to make your dental health a priority. Here’s why you should use your refund to visit your dentist.

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Did you know tooth decay and gum disease aren’t the only issues that can be hidden in your mouth? Over 54,000 adults in the U.S. will be diagnosed with oral cancer in 2023. Nearly 12,000 people will die from oral or oropharyngeal cancer this year. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month to enhance public education about the importance of regular screenings. You can invest in the power of early detection by having an oral cancer screening at your next routine cleaning and checkup.

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Spring is in the air, which means that it’s time for people to stop procrastinating and start tidying up wherever they can! That could entail sorting your closets or dusting shelves, but have you considered that your teeth could also use a spring cleaning?

If you haven’t been to the dentist for a cleaning in a while, you may want to consider what preventive care could do for you. Here are some reasons why a routine checkup or cleaning can make a big difference in the quality of your smile.

If you have ever gotten a dental filling to deal with a toothache or cavity, you were probably pretty happy with what they did for you and have not thought about them since.

However, dental fillings don’t last forever. Even if you’ve taken great care of your oral health since, they are going to fail at some point or another. If you’re wondering when that might be, and what you can do about it, here’s a guide that may potentially help you.

February is American Heart Month, meaning that it’s the perfect opportunity to assess your cardiovascular health and find new ways of improving your well-being! But did you know that the health of your heart is determined by several factors, including your oral health? Fortunately, it’s quite easy to protect your smile and promote awesome cardiovascular health. Here’s more from your dentist about this connection and some tips for you to consider.