Vason Family Dentistry Blog

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and while it’s time to celebrate and be with family, it’s always important to take good care of your smile. Common ingredients and treats that you may typically enjoy during the holiday could impact your oral health, like sugary desserts, increasing the chances that you’ll have to end the festivities early for an unexpected trip to the emergency dentist. Read on to learn about three types of foods that you’ll want to steer clear of this Thanksgiving and how you can keep oral health problems at bay.

Do you have dental insurance but aren’t sure how to navigate your policy? While each plan can vary from patient to patient, they are all different from medical insurance in that their benefits revolve around preventive care. For this reason, most providers will have a 100-80-50 structure. Not sure exactly what this system means? Read on to learn about your dental insurance plan, factors that can impact your coverage, and how to make the most of your benefits!

Halloween is right around the corner! And with so many delicious treats and sugary sweets available around this time of the year, it’s important to be extra-vigilant about your child’s oral health—especially if they’re an avid trick-or-treater! Here are some tips from your dentist in Atlanta to help you keep your child’s smile as healthy and white as possible this spooky season.

Most people will have to deal with tooth decay at some point in their lives; in fact, about 92% of adults between the ages of 20 and 64 have already had at least one cavity. But did you realize that sometimes decay can occur in places that you can’t easily see? Cavities between the teeth are known as interproximal cavities, and it’s important to know the signs that you may have one – as well as what you can do to prevent them from forming in the first place.

If you’re considering oral treatment to replace one or more missing teeth, then you might consider getting dental implants. These titanium posts are the most popular and effective solution for restoring smiles, and they typically boast a success rate of 95% or more even 10 years after being placed! But what exactly makes this treatment flourish above all other traditional options? Read on to learn five reasons dental implant success is so high and the benefits you can expect to enjoy from your new smile.  

If you aren’t happy with the current state of your smile, that doesn’t mean that you have to settle for it. There are a variety of cosmetic solutions available that can help you achieve the goals you have for your smile. Whether you are dealing with chips, discoloration, misshapen teeth, or misalignment, there is something out there that can correct the issue and help you feel confident about your smile once again. Here are some of the most common treatment options available.