It is estimated that up to 20% of the United States population avoids the dentist due to dental fears or phobias. This means that as many as 64 million people are scared to attend a routine dental ... Read More
Vaping and Oral Health – Is It Safe?
The rise in popularity of using vaporizers, or vaping, has created many questions, especially when it comes to oral health. There is lots of conflicting information about the overall safety of vaping. ... Read More
Cosmetic Dentistry: Options and Treatment Plans
At Best Smile Dental, your oral health is our top concern. We realize, though, that many of our patients have more cosmetic needs and are looking to achieve whiter, straighter, and healthier-looking ... Read More
When Patients Ask: Do You Participate With My Dental Insurance?
Dental insurance is complicated and confusing. Dental offices have faced complex insurance issues for years, causing many practices to move away from participating in dental plans. While this may seem ... Read More
Innovations in Sleep Studies Provide Better Options to Detect and Treat Sleep Apnea
When you have a sleep disorder like sleep apnea, a sleep study is usually essential to getting to the bottom of the problem and finding the right solution. For years, the only option was an overnight, ... Read More
Sleep Apnea Mouth Guard vs. CPAP for Sleep Apnea – Which is Right for You?
Obstructive sleep apnea has become a widespread problem in the United States that can cause a variety of health issues. It is commonly treated with a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) ... Read More
Weak Enamel: Are Some Of Us Born With It?
Your child has a healthy diet and good oral hygiene, and yet she seems to be more prone to cavities than her friends and siblings. What’s going on? Research indicates that some people are simply more ... Read More
What Is A Root Canal?
Let’s face it, a root canal isn’t anyone’s idea of a good time. In fact, the very idea of it brings pain and discomfort to mind, but this mostly stems from not knowing enough about what a root canal ... Read More
Symptoms of TMJ Disorder and Treatment Options
What Is TMJ? Do you have unexplained ongoing jaw pain or headaches? It may be time to talk to your dentist about TMJ Disorder. TMJ (short for Temporomandibular Joint) Disorder is a blanket term for ... Read More










