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 […]
General Dentistry
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 […]
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. […]
Five New Years Resolutions For Healthier Teeth
2017 is just around the corner and our staff here at Foote Family Dental are offering a few tips for ringing in the new year with a healthier smile! Check out these five new years resolutions for your teeth that you should keep in mind: 1. Brushing and Flossing Teeth At Least Twice Daily. It’s […]
Do You Have One Dark Tooth That Just Will Not Whiten?
Categories: General Dentistry
It probably had some sort of trauma and now the nerve has died causing it to turn dark, or maybe you had a root canal on it and it has gradually turned dark over time. Here at Foote Family Dental, We can do the root canal and bleach the tooth from the inside to whiten […]
The Practice of Oil Pulling
Categories: General Dentistry, Oral Health
In recent months, various news agencies,1 social media sites and blogs have reported about the practice of “oil pulling” (swishing oil in the mouth) and its potential benefits on oral and general health. Credits to: ADA Websites that support natural therapies are also fanning hope—and strong emotions—about oil pulling procedures, with proponents claiming it enhances oral […]
How Do You Maintain a Great Summertime Smile?
Via: Best Dentist News When you think of summer, you probably think of swimming pools, cookouts, and sunshine — but do you also think of your oral health? During the summer, there are actually things that you should keep in mind when it comes to your smile.Armed with some information, though, you can have a […]
Oral Hygiene Advice to Live By
By: Brent Cornelius When it comes to good oral hygiene, following the basics is really all you need to do. There’s no need to follow gimmicks or new fads. Practicing the essential oral hygiene habits truly are all you need to do to enjoy good oral health for your entire life. Below are what […]
Hear why Foote Family Dental Care should be your dentist
Categories: Family Dentistry, General Dentistry
For 14 years Gonzales Dentist Dr. Richardson-Foote and her caring staff have served the wonderful people of Louisiana by providing top quality dental care services. At Foote Family Dental Care focus on making this a practice for the entire family. We have a family waiting room separate from the main waiting room, where the kids […]
