Most people are familiar with dental phobias, even if they do not experience anxiety about visiting the dentist. Unfortunately, dental phobias cover a range of issues that make patients apprehensive. From fear of needles to terror induced by the sound of the drill, there are plenty of reasons that children and adults don’t want to… Continue reading
With the overwhelming variety of both manual and electronic toothbrushes, it can be challenging to find the right toothbrushes for your family. Getting the right toothbrush is important in maintaining your best oral health. This can be accomplished with either a manual or electronic toothbrush, although there are some great advantages with the latter. Studies… Continue reading
Delaying getting wisdom teeth removed is a common mistake many people make worldwide. However, holding off on a procedure like this is very risky. That’s why at Juban Cowen Dental Care in Baton Rouge, we advise patients not to postpone wisdom teeth removal. What Are Wisdom Teeth? Not everyone has wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth, also… Continue reading
The New Year has begun and people have a new resolve to shape up and better their health. Now is also a good time to check on the health of your toothbrush and get a new one if necessary. With all the choices available, it can be difficult to decide what type of toothbrush is… Continue reading
As the year comes to an end, you may want to spend some time on reflection. Many people use this time to think about the resolutions or changes in their life they want to make for the New Year. A smile makeover may be on the list for some people. When you make an assessment… Continue reading
Who does not love this time of year when the festivities rev up with all types of delights for eyes, ears and of course, mouths? During the holiday season, all types of delicious foods and beverages make their way to the table, tempting you with flavors that will not be savored again until this time… Continue reading
Make sure you are not leaving money on the table by not making the most of your dental insurance. Too often, people are not aware of the savings they can experience by taking advantage of all their dental insurance benefits. When you know what your benefits are, you may be able to save hundreds of… Continue reading
Now that schools are back in session, if your child has a mouthguard for playing sports, this is a good time to make sure it is still serviceable. Your child’s mouth is changing as teeth come in and the jawbone grows. A mouthguard that fit well for last year’s sports may not fit well this… Continue reading
With school back in session and kids participating in sports, the risk of tooth injury from sports is high. In fact, according to statistics, over 3 million teeth are knocked out (avulsed) each year. Dental injuries are highest with basketball and baseball due to the lack of facial protection. Other sports such as hockey, rugby… Continue reading
Whitening your teeth is one of the easiest procedures that you can do to instantly enhance your appearance. A beautifully white smile is something that everyone notices and most people desire to have for themselves. A bright white smile is an accessory that goes with everything! Millions of Americans visit the dentist each year to… Continue reading