Signature Dental Care Blog

Think tooth sensitivity is always a minor issue? Well, think again — it can signal major problems in some situations. A slight pain can grow large if left untreated long enough. That said, it pays to be able to tell when a tender tooth needs emergency care.

To know how to handle your case, here’s a summary of when to see an emergency dentist for sensitive teeth. It’s sure to help you prevent more serious oral problems!

You’ve been waiting all year for these summer months to roll around. Now that the weather is warming up, you have the chance to take a few more days off work, see your family members and friends, and maybe even plan a beach vacation with your significant other. The camera is likely to make a few appearances, so in addition to feeling at ease, you want to be looking your best! Here are three popular cosmetic dental treatments that you may want to consider before your summer vacation.

Tax Day is just around the corner, so you may be excited to receive a little bit extra spending money that you haven’t already accounted for. There’s an infinite number of things that you could spend your money on, but many people end up blowing it on items they don’t necessarily need. Something that you could benefit from is investing your tax refund on your smile. Continue reading to learn a few reasons why you should invest in your oral health.

In 1898, Emma Gaudreau Casgrain became the first female licensed dentist in Canada. Since then, times have changed significantly. Nowadays, women are skyrocketing in the field of dentistry. March 8^th is right around the corner, and do you know what that day is? It’s International Women’s Day, which means it’s the perfect time to talk about the role of women in dentistry. Read on to learn why we should celebrate this industry becoming more diverse.  

It’s February, and that means it’s time to celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month! This is a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of good oral health in little ones. Getting used to maintaining a healthy smile can sometimes be difficult for children. To help make practicing good oral hygiene more fun for your child, here are five fun products they can try.

Do you have a date for Valentine’s Day? If so, you may be trying to plan out the perfect date idea. Dinner? A movie? And if everything goes well, maybe you’ll even end the night with a kiss! Regardless of what you have planned for this Valentine’s Day, don’t let oral health issues get in the way. Read on for five tips that will make your date find you irresistible!

As another year draws to a close, have you decided what you want your resolutions to be over the next 365 days? While many people make New Year’s resolutions that revolve around money or travel, have you ever considered making ones for your oral health? Read on for four ideas on New Year’s resolutions that will help you attain a healthy smile.

Sometimes, it’s all or nothing. Not everything in life is black and white but finding a bump on your gums could be one such situation. Maybe it’s nothing to worry about, or it could be a sign of a serious oral health issue.

The only correct decision is to assume that it could be a health concern, at least in terms of you getting an examination by a professional. Read on to learn some potential reasons for the bump, plus evidence that you should see your dentist in Crystal River as soon as possible.

As a parent, one of the best parts of Christmas is the look on your child’s face when they are excited about the gift you picked out for them. What if you got some stocking stuffers they were happy to receive that could help keep cavities away in the process?!

Keep reading to get some gift ideas that encourage the kiddos to take care of their teeth, as well as some suggestions for their oral hygiene routine.

While historical records are spotty on the first Thanksgiving because only two firsthand accounts of the feast were ever written, it’s believed the feast most likely happened between September and November of 1621. The 53 Pilgrims in attendance were the only colonists to survive the long journey on the Mayflower and the first winter in the new world. They were joined by 90 Wampanoag Native Americans.

Some 400 years later, you and your family help keep the Thanksgiving tradition alive. Instead of the deer and lobster featured at the first Thanksgiving, your crew may be focused on turkey and some dishes that can be a bit more problematic for your teeth. And, of course, when looking ahead to Christmastime, the sugar factor can be through the roof.

Holiday foods are terrific in the eyes of many, but for the sake of your oral health, be careful during these final months of the year. Read on to be reminded of some tasty treats that your mouth needs to handle with care.