There are certain things that most people can't avoid. Death and taxes are at the top of the list, but gum disease may be close behind. According to the American Dental Hygienists Association, 4 out of every 5 people have some form of gum disease. That's 80 percent of the population. If you spread that out over a typical lifespan, there's a good ...
Read MoreWe spend a lot of time discussing services, treatments, and procedures in this blog, but today we want to talk about something a little different. This post is for people who are afraid of the dentist or for people who know someone who is afraid of the dentist. Intellectually, we hope you realize that dentists are trying to help you or your loved ...
Read MoreIf you are expecting a new addition to your family this year, then our team at Beaumont Family Dentistry wants to wish you our heartfelt congratulations. Your life will never be the same when you have a little one at home. Even if you aren't pregnant but plan to be some day, we encourage you to read today's post. You already know that your body ...
Read MoreYou've seen the same smile in the mirror for years, but you aren't happy about it. You are at a good place in your career, but you have this nagging feeling that your teeth may be holding you back. You try to put on a confident face, but you have been bothered by the appearance of your teeth for a long time. Maybe your teeth are crooked. Maybe you ...
Read MoreIf you have been keeping up with our blog, then you know we put a lot of emphasis on preventive care. Brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time, and flossing should be part of your everyday routine. You should visit the Beaumont Family Dentistry location nearest to you twice a year for regular cleanings and examinations, too. After ...
Read MoreIn the modern world, many people have to travel a lot. Some people travel for work, spending days or weeks at a time on the road. Many people travel for pleasure. Maybe you are taking a long weekend to spend some time getting back to nature, or maybe you are planning a two-week trip overseas. If you have sleep apnea, making sure you are treating ...
Read MoreBeaumont Family Dentistry is a family practice in more ways than one. We care for entire families — from newborns with our tongue- and lip-tie treatments and teenagers getting orthodontic care, to adults getting routine cleanings and patriarchs and matriarchs who may need restorative care. We strive to treat our patients like we would our own ...
Read MoreThe old saying is that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. The next best thing is early detection. This is true for tooth decay and gum disease, but we believe this is true for a far more important disease — oral cancer. At Beaumont Family Dentistry, we pride ourselves on a being a comprehensive dental practice. This means we go ...
Read MoreYour son or daughter has reached that age when you need to have a talk. You've seen the signs coming, but you can't put it off any longer. You all need to prepare for orthodontic care. His or her baby teeth have been gone for a while, and at this point, it's easy to see the alignment problems that are affecting your child — sorry, your young ...
Read MoreA dental crown should be made to fit your mouth. A dental crown should restore your smile and your ability to chew. And a dental crown should be ready on your schedule. We appreciate that our patients are busy, which is one of the reasons we offer CEREC dental crowns at all three Beaumont Family Dentistry offices in Lexington. If you need a ...
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