Stone Street Dental Blog

For millions of people, dentures offer a practical solution for tooth loss, restoring appearance and basic oral function. But while dentures can improve quality of life in many ways, they also come with challenges, especially when it comes to nutrition. The question is: Do dentures affect what and how well you eat? The short answer is yes, they can.

It’s bad enough that you may go through some anxiety when you need tooth extractions, but do you need to worry about the aftermath too? If you’ve heard about dry socket, you may be wondering if it’s a necessary part of the extraction healing process, or some unfortunate side-effect. If you’re feeling anxious just thinking about it, continue reading. You’ll learn more about this condition and how you can recover from your extractions with confidence.

A dental bridge can fill in the gap in your smile left by one or more missing teeth. However, while this prosthesis is meant to stay anchored to your natural teeth, it could potentially end up falling out of your mouth. Why might this happen? And what should you do if it does? Your dentist is here to provide the answers to these questions in order to make sure you’re prepared if the unexpected occurs.

Do you suffer from moderate-to-severe dental anxiety that causes you to cancel or avoid making dental appointments? Do you feel nervous or fearful when you do attend, even if you’re only there for your biannual exam and cleaning? If this sounds familiar, you may be a good candidate for oral conscious sedation.

This method of controlling anxiety is beneficial to patients whose fear is strong enough to prevent them from getting regular dental care, or from relaxing during their treatment. Here’s how to tell if oral conscious sedation is right for you!

Nobody wants to lose a permanent tooth, but sometimes it’s unavoidable. If your dentist has recommended extraction, you may be wondering if it’s really necessary but rest assured that your dentist would not suggest it if it wasn’t important. Here are a few reason why you may have been told you need a tooth extracted, and if you have, why it’s a good idea that you do.

For one reason or another, you’re looking for a good tooth replacement option. Dental implants are certainly impressive – many dentists actually consider them to be the best solution for missing teeth. If you’re interest is piqued, keep reading. These four fun facts will help you get to know these amazing dental prosthetics!

Like countless other patients, you may have chosen 3M Clarity Aligners largely because of how discreet they are. It’s important to know, however, that they will quickly discolor (and smell) if you adopt the wrong habits. With this in mind, keep reading for five helpful tips for taking care of your clear aligners.

Traditional braces may be the tried and tested way of correcting misalignment, but many older teens and adults don’t want to show off metal brackets and wires as they are going through orthodontic treatment. Fortunately, 3M Clarity Aligners are available to discreetly shift teeth into their proper positions, but do they have any limitations? Continue reading to learn about the different bite issues that 3M Clarity Aligners can correct.

If you’ve had a persistent toothache and haven’t seen your dentist, it’s likely because you don’t consider it to be a dental emergency. After all, the low-grade ache is frustrating but doesn’t seem to be dangerous. However, it’s important to remember that when it comes to your teeth, no pain is normal. The throbbing you’ve experienced could be a sign of serious underlying issues, and ignoring them can harm more than just your smile. In fact, sometimes, the consequences of leaving a toothache untreated can be life-threatening.

Continue reading to learn why it’s so important that you don’t underestimate the seriousness of a toothache and seek immediate dental care.

If you had a severely broken or decayed tooth or recently underwent a root canal, then you were probably fitted with a dental crown afterward to protect it. This customized cap is made to fit over your injured tooth to restore its functionality as well as the appearance of your smile. Many patients are thrilled to learn about the benefits of having one in place and wonder how long they can expect it to last. Keep reading to learn more about the durability of dental crowns and how to increase their longevity!