Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Sep 30, 2019.

If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of the Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Sep 30, 2019.

A crown — a life-like “cap” made of dental porcelain that permanently covers an existing tooth — is an effective way to restore a still-viable decayed or broken tooth’s appearance. Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Sep 17, 2019.

Visiting the dentist for regular cleanings and needed dental work can do wonders for keeping your teeth and gums in tip-top shape. But if you’ve seen or heard about infections Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Sep 07, 2019.

Although techniques and materials have changed, dentists still follow basic principles for treating tooth decay that date from the late 19th Century. And for good reason: They work. These principles Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Aug 28, 2019.

Most dental procedures today only require local anesthesia to numb just the affected area. It's a safer approach than general anesthesia: the unconscious state created by putting someone "to sleep" Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Aug 18, 2019.

Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent documentary Five Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Aug 08, 2019.

If you think “vaping” electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes for short) is healthier for your teeth and gums than smoking cigarettes, you might be disappointed with the latest research. A number of Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Jul 29, 2019.

The journey to a straighter smile with braces can be difficult. One of the biggest dangers you'll face is an increased risk of periodontal (gum) disease. Gum disease is caused by Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Jul 19, 2019.

Root canal therapy is the unsung "hero" of dentistry. Although often falsely maligned as an unpleasant experience, millions of decayed teeth have been saved thanks to this routine treatment. But although Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Jul 09, 2019.

Sometimes it seems that appearances count for everything—especially in Hollywood. But just recently, Lonnie Chaviz, the 10-year-old actor who plays young Randall on the hit TV show This Is Us, delivered Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Jun 29, 2019.

Dental veneers are a great way to transform a smile without the expense or effort often required of other restorations. These thin layers of dental material adhere to the front Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Jun 19, 2019.

Every year U.S. dentists perform around 25 million root canal treatments and save countless teeth from the ravages of decay. But if you search "root canal" on the Internet, you Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: Jun 09, 2019.

Although costly in the beginning, dental implants often turn out to be the least expensive tooth replacement option. That's because their enviable record for longevity often outpaces dentures or bridges. Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: May 30, 2019.

Multi-platinum recording artist Janet Jackson has long been known for her dazzling smile. And yet, Jackson admitted to InStyle Magazine that her trademark smile was once a major source of insecurity. Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: May 20, 2019.

Each year thousands of people develop sinus infections from various causes. But there's one cause for sinusitis that might surprise you—tooth decay. Tooth decay begins when the acid produced by oral bacteria Read more

Author: Smith Family Dentistry posted: May 10, 2019.

"Mom, my tooth hurts" isn't something you look forward to hearing your child say. But tooth pain is as common as other childhood ailments, so you may have to face Read more