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Little-Known Services that Dentists Provide
Categories: Family Dentistry, Oral Health
January 22, 2018 When most people think of a dentist they tend to only think of teeth, however, there are many services dentists also help that aid in their patients’ overall oral health. Check out a few of the more “surprising” services that our dentist office provides to our patients in Gonzales, Prairieville and all […]
Merry Christmas From Foote Family Dental Care!
Categories: Holiday
December 2017 Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 2017 has been an incredible year for our office and we can not wait to see what is in store for 2018. See you next year!
MTM Clear Aligners: Straighten Your Teeth In 3-6 Months
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
December 13, 2017 MTM Clear Aligners is a clear aligner system that helps align your smile without braces. The aligners typically take 3-6 months on average with total treatment costs equalling $3000, however, many insurance providers will help pay some of the treatment (usually around $1000-$1500). 50% of adults are candidates. Are you a good fit? Read […]
Why Visiting The Dentist At The End Of The Year Is A Smart Money Move
Categories: Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
October 24, 2017 Want to save money? Many people don’t know that if their dental insurance plan runs on a traditional calendar year, there are many reasons that scheduling a dental appointment at the end of the year would be beneficial. 1. Unused Benefits The reason for this is because many dental plans will reach […]
Five Reasons to Wear a Mouthguard
Categories: Oral Health, Restorative Dentistry
September 19, 2017 With the month of September nearly behind us, most of us here in south Louisiana have one thing on our minds: Football. Unfortunately, with football also comes injury and we thought it would be a great idea to remind everyone of the importance of protecting yourself during sports. As we stated in […]
The Part of Your Teeth You Forget to Brush
August 20, 2017 Via Carly Ledbetter of the Huffington Post Despite most of us thinking that we’re brushing our teeth correctly or flossing frequently enough, dentist visits are often full of surprises. Irritation, cavities, gingivitis ― the list of our maladies goes on and on. It’s always important to go back to basics and make sure […]
Grinding Your Teeth: The Long-Term Impact
Categories: General Dentistry
July 25, 2017 WHEN life and work stresses take their toll, symptoms can manifest themselves in our sleeping habits. Compared with five years ago, dental and orthodontic practice, elleven, has seen a 30 per cent increase in the number of people coming to the practice with teeth grinding complaints. Whether people have woken up with […]
Dental Tips for the Fourth of July
Categories: Holiday
July 3, 2017 Happy Fourth of July from our Foote Family to yours! We love these tips from the staff at Barranca Dental and thought we would share! Stay Away from Hard Foods Ice and Pretzels are common at Fourth of July BBQs. Try to avoid chewing on ice, and if the pretzels are a […]
5 Tips for Healthier Teeth Now That We Are Officially In Summer 2017
Categories: Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
June 6, 2017 Via: Delta Dental This summer, stay hydrated and healthy. But think carefully when you choose your beverage – some drinks can increase your risk of tooth decay. 1. Drink water. Keep your mouth moist by drinking water throughout the day. This helps wash away plaque-causing bacteria and can even improve your breath. […]
