Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can be an embarrassing and unpleasant condition that affects individuals of all ages. While occasional bad breath is common and can be easily remedied, persistent bad breath may indicate underlying oral health issues. At Southern Oaks Family Dental Care, we believe in the power of preventive dental care to… Continue reading
How well do you know your child’s smile? As a trusted dentist who serves pediatric patients in Baton Rouge, Southern Oaks Family Dental Care welcomes the chance to help you better understand your child’s teeth and gums. After all, knowing your teeth only equips and motivates you to take care of them better. Until your… Continue reading
Dental implants are the gold standard way to replace missing teeth. However, not all implants are the same. There are certain patients that may qualify for a miniature version of traditional implants. If you qualify, mini dental implants can bring significant upfront advantages in terms procedure comfort, recovery and cost. What are Mini Dental Implants?… Continue reading
Body piercings have been considered a way to express yourself for many decades, even the ancient Egyptians had pierced earlobes. What you may not realize, however, is that lip and tongue piercings are not a recent trend either. In fact, a mummy was recently discovered from the Ancient African civilization of a man who had… Continue reading
Are you bothered by your crooked, gapped or crowded teeth as an adult? Do you wish you had braces when you were a child? Don’t worry; adult orthodontics aren’t as scary as you may think. In fact, this specialized field of dentistry has made remarkable advancements in the past 15 years. While an orthodontist may… Continue reading
Are you diabetic? Even if your diabetes is under control or you’re borderline diabetic, this chronic condition can significantly impact your oral health. In fact, people with diabetes are more susceptible to lose their teeth as a result of gum disease than people with healthy blood sugar levels. If you’ve always struggled with your oral… Continue reading
There’s no reason why comfort and dental care can’t go hand in hand – even for kids! At Southern Oaks Family Dental Care, we have taken extra measures to eliminate stress and anxiety from each dental visit, especially when it involves our youngest patients. We have a talented team of compassionate dentists who welcome the… Continue reading
Are you doing all you can to protect your child’s smile? If your child is not wearing a mouthguard during sports, you may need to reconsider. A study by the ADA found that individuals are sixty percent times more likely to damage their teeth while playing sports if they are not wearing a mouthguard, and… Continue reading
Did you know that your teeth are made from the strongest substance in your entire body? While your teeth can handle an impressive amount of strain and pressure from everyday function, they are not invincible. Accidents do happen, including those that cause chipped, cracked or broken teeth. It is important to see your dentist in… Continue reading
If crooked, gapped or crowded teeth are what cause you to hide your smile, you are not alone. However, whether you are a teen or an adult, you may cringe at the thought of wearing metal braces to correct your dental misalignment. Guess what? You may not have to. We have more and more patients… Continue reading
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