Western Dental Blog

Nearly 40 million people in the U.S. smoke, and 4.7 million middle and high school students use a tobacco product including e-cigarettes, according to the Center for Disease Control. Many tobacco users have been persuaded that vaping is safer, but studies now show that vaping is just as addictive and deliver more toxic chemicals to the system than regular smoking.

Many sports – especially high-contact sports such as football, basketball and wrestling – pose a serious risk for mouth injuries, from biting the lip or tongue to broken or chipped teeth.

A Quinceanera is an exciting and anxious time for young girls celebrating their “coming of age” with family and friends. 

After a routine dental health check your dentist may recommend a treatment plan for you based on what they’ve observed from your teeth and gums. Depending on your case, the recommendation could range from a basic filling (most patients) to a dental implant, a deep cleaning or something else.  So, it’s wise to get clarification if you have any questions.

Summer is here and, for many of us, it’s time for family vacation. Whether you’re boarding a plane for an exotic locale, spending a few days at your favorite amusement park, or loading up the kids for a trip to Grandma’s, it may still be a challenge to make dental health a part of your itinerary.

Visiting your dentist may not be the first thing on anyone’s mind this Summer, especially for kids. But when you hear what’s going on at your local Western Dental, you may want to reconsider. This summer, a trip to the dentist can mean more than a routine check-up and cleaning.