Vanderbrook Family Dentistry Blog

When things don’t fit quite right, it can be uncomfortable, or even unhealthy. Ill-fitting shoes, for example, can be painful to walk in, and can also cause problems for your spine and bones. Dentures are no different when it comes to proper sizing!

If you’re wondering whether ill-fitting dentures are really that big of a deal, keep reading. You’ll see how a poor fit can create complications for your oral health and general wellness.

The holiday season is here and soon, we’ll say farewell to all things 2024 and welcome 2025 with open arms. If you’re like many others this time of year, you might be considering resolutions for self-improvement to put your best foot forward this coming January. For instance, you might decide to spend more time at the gym to improve your heart health, build muscle, or lose weight.

These are all admirable goals, but did you know that exercise can potentially harm your grin? Continue reading to learn 3 common oral issues athletes experience and how to preserve your dental health!

As you look into replacement teeth, you may lean toward getting dentures. They’d be a good choice – you could expect treatment to restore your smile and boost your confidence. That said, you’ll want to assess the cost of dentures before you fully commit to anything. The good news is that your Lakewood dentist is here to help confirm your care’s price. So, keep reading to learn what affects dentures’ cost and how to make them less expensive.

Everyone in your family should see a dentist twice a year for a cleaning and checkup, as recommended by the American Dental Association. However, this can be challenging if you have multiple age groups in your home. You don’t have to juggle multiple dental offices or schedule appointments on different days for everyone to get the care they need. You can save time and ensure your loved ones receive the personalized attention they need by choosing a family-focused dental practice. Here are just a few of the benefits of choosing a family dentist.

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If you’re dreaming of having a straighter smile but don’t want to deal with the hassle of metal braces, then you might benefit from Invisalign. This popular alternative to traditional orthodontics utilizes clear plastic aligner trays to gently move your teeth to their ideal positions. Typically, this method can be completed in 12 months but some patients require refinements which can elongate your treatment timeline.   

It’s natural to feel confused or frustrated if your dentist has just informed you that you need additional aligners. Understanding why this happens and what it means can help set your mind at ease. Keep reading to learn more about it!

If you enjoy a glass of red wine during holiday get-togethers, you’re not alone. However, even a few glasses of wine during the season can come back to haunt your smile. Your pearly whites can lose their luster from the dark pigments of wine and other beverages. No amount of brushing can reverse tooth discoloration. You don’t have to miss out on the celebrations. Here’s how to combat red wine stains and what you can do to keep your smile its brightest. 

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A cold wind rattles the bone-like tree limbs as ghosts and goblins begin to make their pilgrimage door to door. Their goal? Spooky treats of candy and sweets! Little do they know that the scariest thing awaiting them this Halloween isn’t the monster under their bed or the skeletons in the closet… it’s the cavities lurking in their teeth!

If you want to enjoy the holiday season and keep your child’s teeth cavity-free, continue reading. Here are some tips for oral care that won’t wake the dead.

In most cases, tooth loss doesn’t happen suddenly. It is usually the result of extensive tooth decay, advanced gum disease, a failed root canal, or a severe fracture. Fortunately, dental implants have become the golden standard of tooth replacement because they look and function exactly like real teeth. While it is generally thought that it is best to place dental implants as soon as possible after tooth loss, you still might be able to receive them if you have gone years with traditional restorations. Here’s what you should know about dental implants if you’ve gone a while with missing teeth.

Whether it’s an unbearable headache, a throbbing toothache, or some other type of issue that’s causing facial pain, sometimes it’s even tough to think clearly when you’re dealing with such intense discomfort. But how do you know when it’s a dental emergency that’s causing your distress? Here’s more about some dental problems that are known to cause facial pain, along with why it’s always going to be in your best interest to see your emergency dentist for assistance.

Filled with candy-filled activities, “spooky season” is basically “sugar season” for children and adults alike. But did you know that the average kid consumes three cups of sugar on Halloween? So, it’s not hard to see why there is a spike in tooth decay around this time of year. The good news is that you can use the following tips to help prevent cavities during Halloween.