Ocean Oaks Dental Group Blog

When you first receive dentures, they should fit snugly and securely on your gums. After you get used to them, you should be confident that they will stay in place all day. But what if your prosthetic starts to feel loose? You might need to get it relined, or adjusted. During this process, hard or soft material is added to the base of the denture to make it fit more securely.

A quick online search will reveal that you can buy DIY kits for soft relines — they might seem tempting! However, there are good reasons why you should leave relining to the professionals. This blog post explains why.

Most dental practices work with off-site labs to create restorations, such as crowns, bridges, and dentures. This arrangement works well enough, but it does come with some drawbacks. At Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach, we do things a bit differently. We have an on-site dental lab that uses state-of-the-art technology to craft gorgeous prosthetics for our patients. What benefits can you enjoy because of our on-site lab? Consider these five:

Are you thinking about getting dental implants to regain a complete, strong, and healthy smile? You have much to look forward to!  Before you get started, though, you will need to attend an initial consultation. Taking the time to prepare for your visit and asking the right questions will help you feel confident about your decision to move forward with treatment and allow you to understand what to expect at every stage. What questions should you ask? This blog post suggests five to help you get started with your list.

Summer vacation should be a relaxing experience. Whether you want to lounge by the pool, explore new places, or just enjoy time with your family, you should not have to worry about your teeth. Sadly, though, a dental emergency could arise at any time and in any place. What steps should you take if you find that your smile is suffering while you are away from home? Here are some practical tips:

Dental pain is terrible! If you have an extreme toothache or significant damage to one of your teeth, you should certainly call your dentist to request an emergency appointment. They will arrange their schedule to see you as soon as possible, possibly even on the same day. What can you expect when you arrive in the office for emergency care? This blog post provides an overview of what might happen:

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, there are lots of options to choose from! Whether you want to brighten your teeth, correct chips and cracks, straighten your smile, or accomplish almost anything else, there is a treatment to suit your needs. One popular option is cosmetic dental bonding, which uses a tooth-colored composite resin to reshape the teeth and hide imperfections. Is this service right for you? Here are 4 signs that it might be:

The most important trait of a beautiful smile is sincerity. If your smile is genuine, you can put others at ease, improve your own mood, and be a true force for good. But beyond that, what else makes a smile beautiful? In this blog post, you will learn about four key traits that are important for an aesthetically pleasing smile.

If you are interested in health-related topics, you have probably heard different opinions about fluoride. Many health professionals firmly believe in its benefits, and they advocate for water fluoridation in public utility systems. But why exactly do many municipal governments across the U.S. choose to put fluoride in the drinking water? How safe is it, and what benefits does it provide?  This blog post contains some information that you may find interesting.

Pretty much everyone wants white teeth. White spots on teeth, however, are a different story. They can disrupt the natural beauty of your smile and may even make you feel self-conscious about your appearance. What causes those pesky white spots, and is there any way to fix them? This blog post provides some helpful information.

Veneers can quickly disguise multiple aesthetic imperfections in your teeth; they could totally transform your smile! But how many do you need to achieve your goals? A skilled cosmetic dentist can help you answer that question during an in-person consultation. In the meantime, you can read this blog post to gain a rough idea of the number of veneers that might be necessary.