Kramer Dental Blog

Picture it. It’s been a long day. You’ve been up since sunrise, running the house, working, and putting out more than your share of metaphorical fires. When bedtime finally rolls around, the last thing you want to do is clean your dentures. What’s the harm in just brushing them and leaving them in your mouth overnight, right? Unfortunately, wrong. While it’s normal to be exhausted at night, it’s very important to always properly care for your dentures no matter how sleepy you are. Here’s why.

Your new dentures make you look and feel great! In fact, you may like them so much you might never want to take them out. But unfortunately, that’s probably not a great idea. That’s because in order to keep them looking as fresh and clean as they are on day one, you need to care for them properly, and that includes removing them. Here’s why even though you might not want to, you should definitely be taking out your dentures daily!

All winter, you’ve waited and counted down until summer, and it’s finally here! You’d like to go all in for summer, but the reality is that you have missing teeth you need to replace sooner rather than later. Well, did you know that this time of year is actually a great time to get dental implants? Why is summer perfect for beginning this process? Check out these reasons!

Invisalign is a popular alternative to traditional braces to rearrange your teeth. These clear aligners fit snuggly over them to gently reposition them to their ideal placements over time. It’s important to care for your orthodontics properly to continue to make the most of them, but many patients struggle with routine during the busy holiday season. If this sounds familiar, read on to learn about 4 ways to stay on track into the new year!

Dental implants are a fantastic way to replace missing teeth because they look and function just like the real thing. They are placed directly into the jawbone, which allows them to form a sturdy foundation through the natural process of osseointegration. While dental implants are made out of metal, it is quite unlikely that they will develop rust. Here’s why you should feel confident that your restored smile won’t have corrosion problems.

If you currently have a traditional dental bridge or denture, you may have thought about switching to dental implants, which are often seen as the gold standard when it comes to tooth replacement. However, you may be hesitant to begin the process due to the costs involved. Will the benefits of switching to dental implants really be worth what you have to pay to get them? Here are some key facts that can help you figure out the best choice for your smile.

The average life expectancy in the U.S. is around 78 years. Of course, millions of individuals live well into their 80s or even their 90s — many even reach 100! What can you do to extend your life? In addition to taking good care of your overall health, you should also pay attention to your oral health. This blog post discusses the link between tooth loss and life expectancy. It also talks about how dental implants might be able to help you enjoy a longer life.

If you have replaced lost teeth with bridges, partials, or dentures, you haven’t missed your chance to invest in dental implants. Unlike traditional prosthetics, a dental implant replaces the entire tooth structure. This creates the next best thing to a real tooth to provide unmatched benefits. Most people with good oral and general health are candidates for dental implants, even if you have existing restorations. Here’s what you need to know to make the swap. 

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It’s that time of year when summer packs up and heads away for another nine months, and that means your child will soon be going back to school. Though everyone wants their kid to be safe in class, dental emergencies can still strike even in the finest institution of education. Luckily, there are steps you can take to help your child stay out of the way of dental danger. Here are some tips to prevent trips to the emergency dentist’s office during this coming school year.

You probably know bacteria affect your oral health. In particular, you grasp that several kinds can harm teeth. However, scientists recently made a discovery that updates these facts. A study from this past year found a link between new bacteria and tooth decay. As such, you should work harder to clean your teeth. Your Selbyville dentist can explain if you want more details. So, here’s a primer on how bacteria decay teeth, the new discovery, and ways to prevent tooth decay.