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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
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 08, 2024.

Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 01, 2024.

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Vestavia Family Dentistry & Facial Aesthetics. Read more
Questions on Dental Implants? We’ve Got You Covered.
posted: Apr. 24, 2024.

Whether you’ve lost a tooth from decay, are preparing for dentures, or were born with a gap where a tooth should have been, you could be a candidate for dental Read more
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 17, 2024.

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
Considerations When Picking the Right Mouthwash
posted: Apr. 10, 2024.

A solid oral health routine begins with daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Without a consistent oral health regimen, you may begin to experience tooth decay and bacterial infections. Few patients Read more
Snowball Effect
posted: Apr. 03, 2024.

Winter and its snowball fights are behind us, true, but there might be another kind of snowball heading your way—the snowball effect you risk when small dental concerns are ignored Read more
Infant Teething Remedies: What Might Help—And What to Avoid
posted: Mar. 27, 2024.

Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty Read more
What is a crown?
posted: Mar. 20, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Vestavia Family Dentistry & Facial Aesthetics hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 13, 2024.

Millions of people, around Birmingham, Alabama and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 06, 2024.

At Vestavia Family Dentistry & Facial Aesthetics, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest Read more
Stress and Your Oral Health
posted: Feb. 28, 2024.

Stress symptoms—which include high blood pressure, severe aches, and insomnia—may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. You may think illness is the culprit when in Read more