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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
posted: Aug. 28, 2024.

Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring Read more
Could a Night Guard Be the Answer to Your Dreams?
posted: Aug. 21, 2024.

Have you been having trouble getting a good night’s rest? Sometimes the reason for a poor night’s sleep is obvious. A midnight horror movie. A bedtime espresso. That anchovy and pineapple Read more
Should Children Use Whitening Products?
posted: Aug. 14, 2024.

As adults, we often wish our teeth could be as white as they were when we were small children. Baby teeth have thinner and whiter enamel than adult teeth, and Read more
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 07, 2024.

Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes Read more
What happens during my hygiene appointment?
posted: Jul. 31, 2024.

Regular visits to the dentist are important for people of all ages. Seeing the doctor as recommended provides preventive care for oral diseases. If a disease is already present, early Read more
Thumb Sucking
posted: Jul. 24, 2024.

Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a Read more
Teeth, Bones—What’s the Difference?
posted: Jul. 17, 2024.

They’re often mentioned together, and that’s understandable. After all, they’re the strongest parts of the body, they’re made of many of the same elements, they both require a diet rich Read more
Foods can Wreak Havoc on Your Enamel
posted: Jul. 10, 2024.

It’s possible to develop tooth decay even when you take great care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing may not be enough to keep your teeth healthy, depending on your Read more
Happy Fourth of July!
posted: Jul. 03, 2024.

Happy Independence Day from the doctor and team! The Fourth of July celebrations in America may have changed a lot over the years, but there is no doubt that we Read more
What’s an intraoral camera?
posted: Jun. 26, 2024.

One of the greatest features our team at Vestavia Family Dentistry & Facial Aesthetics offers is the ability to see first-hand how we can help our patients. While X-rays help Read more
Top Five Best Foods for Oral Health
posted: Jun. 19, 2024.

Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, the doctor Read more
Keep It Cheesy for a Long-Lasting Smile
posted: Jun. 12, 2024.

You’ve heard people tell you to say “cheese” when you’re having your picture taken, probably more times than you can count. There is another reason you should be saying “cheese” Read more
Getting Ready for Summer Sports
posted: Jun. 05, 2024.

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Vestavia Family Dentistry & Facial Aesthetics will be much more active in the summer. Though most Read more
What Are Dental Sealants?
posted: May 29, 2024.

You’re constantly playing defense. Your child spends two minutes in the morning and two minutes at night carefully brushing and flossing with a fluoride toothpaste. You make sure sugary and Read more
Memorial Day
posted: May 22, 2024.

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Read more
Educational and Entertaining Enamel Experiments
posted: May 15, 2024.

Let’s talk about the science of our teeth for a moment. Our enamel has a very high mineral content, making it extremely strong. In fact, enamel just happens to be Read more