Joseph H. Noble, DDS Blog

The moment you lose your veneer, it can be easy to panic. The shock from thinking that you lost a natural tooth is probably still with you, and the question of what to do next looms large in your mind. Fortunately, once you can get your thoughts in order, the next steps you need to take aren’t all that difficult.

To help you stay on track, here’s a guide to what to do if you lose a veneer.

Now that it’s the holiday season, you know there will be plenty of delicious food to choose from. However, if you’ve recently started wearing dentures, then you might think that indulging in the usual Thanksgiving meals may be off the table for you. The good news is that you only have to be careful with certain types of foods. Read on to learn which holiday treats you should avoid and those you can enjoy!

Bacteria linger on many surfaces that can cause illnesses or infections. Although you know bathrooms, kitchens, and even your cell phone are the most contaminated surfaces, did you know your mouth is home to up to 650 bacterial species at any given time? The thought may make you want to grab your toothbrush, but many species are vital for a healthy smile. However, some can cause cavities, gum disease, bad breath, and other oral health concerns. Here’s how to keep oral bacteria under control to maintain a healthy smile. 

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Celiac disease is an immune condition that’s characterized by a negative reaction in the small intestine to gluten. This protein is found in barley, wheat, and rye, which means that people suffering from Celiac disease can’t consume anything that contains these things. Though this disorder is related to digestion, it impacts more than just what you can and can’t eat. Read on to learn about four oral health issues that can be caused by celiac disease and how you can fight it.

Summer is the perfect time to head outdoors to soak up some vitamin D as you make the most of the warmer weather. However, higher temperatures can quickly lead to dehydration if you aren’t careful. While you know it is bad for your health, not drinking enough water can have complications for your smile, too. Feeling dizzy or lightheaded aren’t the only concerns. You can have an increased risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and other preventable issues if you aren’t drinking sufficient amounts of water. Here are 5 sneaking signs of dehydration to watch out for while enjoying the sunshine.

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If you were eager for summer vacation before, the current heatwave has likely made you even more so. Right now, many just want to jump in the pool, tan by the beach, and drink some Piña coladas. What else are you supposed to do when temperatures are so high? However, you should visit the dentist before starting your fun in the sun. It turns out that doing so will make this season better than ever for you. To learn more, here are three reasons to visit your dentist pre-vacation.

If you’ve received direct bonding for your damaged teeth, then you’re probably enjoying the many benefits that the treatment has to offer. But perhaps your smile is also in need of additional treatment, and you’d like it to be impressively whiter and brighter. Are you still able to have your teeth whitened if you’ve already benefitted from direct bonding? Keep reading to learn more from your cosmetic dentist about teeth whitening, direct bonding, and how the two processes interact.

It’s a warm and sunny day and you’re in the mood for ice cream—you treat yourself to a double-scooped cone and sit down on a bench to enjoy it. You can’t help yourself and immediately take a large bite out of the upper scoop. A few seconds later, a tingling, icy-hot sensation floods your whole mouth, and you can’t stand the thought of taking another bite. Dental sensitivity isn’t uncommon, and many people suffer from it, but is it something that requires emergency care?

Would you like to try some of that sushi from the gas station? It’s probably okay to eat, but of course, there’s some risk involved. That’s kind of the deal when you are eating hard foods that can chip teeth. You’ll most likely be fine, but being cautious can protect you from a big mistake that can hurt your mouth and your wallet. Before you end up requiring the services of an emergency dentist in San Antonio, keep reading to learn about some foods with the potential to harm your smile.

Are you experiencing sharp pain in one or more of your teeth? Toothaches are an extremely common oral health issue that can be caused by anything from cavities to infections. If you are experiencing discomfort as the result of a toothache, make an appointment with your emergency dentist as soon as you can so they can find the root of the problem. In the meantime, check out these 10 at-home toothache remedies.