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Behind the Smile
A BLOG FROM SUGAR FIX DENTAL LOFT
Get to Know Dr. Emery, Your Lakeview Dentist
Dr. Jessica Emery is a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, entrepreneur, creative soul, philanthropist, lover of life, and smile stylist. Yep, she’s the fearless leader and owner of Sugar Fix Dental Loft right here in Lakeview! If you’re a patient of ours, chances are you’ve seen Dr. Emery and probably even had your smile designed by her. Aside from being your [...]
Your Dog’s Teeth Are Important To Us Too!
We talk a lot about human smiles, but we also care a lot about your pet’s oral health, too! Dental care is important whether you have two legs or four, and just because they can’t hold a toothbrush or floss, that doesn’t mean your dog’s teeth don’t matter. Caring for your dog’s teeth — and making it a habit — [...]
What To Do When a Cracked Tooth Ruins Your Day
Has this ever happened to you? You bite down on something a little too hard and you feel it. A cracked tooth. It’s the worst and it can hurt a lot. In fact, it can prevent you from being able to chew at all. This is a dental emergency and something you should definitely call your dentist about right away. [...]
Get the Real Scoop on Dry Mouth
Have you ever heard of Xerostomia? It’s just the fancy name for dry mouth that’s caused by a lack of saliva. It can happen for a number of reasons. Sometimes, when you’re feeling nervous you can get that dry sensation in your mouth. Certain medications can also cause dry mouth. Or, maybe you’re just thirsty! We all experience it from [...]
What Exactly Is Aesthetic Dentistry?
There’s a big difference between cosmetic dentistry and aesthetic dentistry. Cosmetic dentistry involves just fixing one tooth or issue, for instance with a crown, implant, or bridge. The goal is to make your tooth look great and match the rest of your teeth. Aesthetic dentistry takes a wider look at the whole mouth and finds solutions to give you a [...]
Ask Your Lakeview Dentist: Does Teeth Whitening Really Work?
In this blog, Lakeview dentist Jessica Emery shares her thoughts on teeth whitening. This is something we do at Sugar Fix Dental Loft all the time. So much, in fact, that we’re opening a tooth whitening bar right inside our existing location. Look for more news about the launch of White Haute Teeth Whitening Bar in the coming months! If [...]
Let’s Debunk Some Common Dental Myths
You’d be amazed at some of the misconceptions that I hear from my patients from time to time. It’s not their fault though! There’s a lot of confusing and conflicting information out there about dental care and oral health. So, let’s go ahead and debunk some of the most common dental myths! Harder Brushing = Cleaner Teeth This is one [...]
Three Common Myths About Sedation Dentistry
Many people are aware of sedation dentistry, but we are shocked by how many patients come in thinking that it’s not an option for them. It is such a great option for anyone who needs a little help feeling comfortable with their upcoming appointment, and it’s a lot more accessible than you probably imagine. In this blog, we’ll go over [...]
Get a Total Smile Makeover with Dental Implants
Do you have a missing tooth or teeth? Dental implants are one of the most accessible options for tooth replacement, and even better — they’re VERY reliable. In fact, the success rate of dental implants is 98% and if you’re in the 2% that do experience complications, the issues can generally be corrected very easily. Many patients express that the [...]
What is a Typical Invisalign Timeline?
Invisalign has gotten so popular since it was created in 1997, and it’s easy to understand why. It’s so great for anyone (not just teenagers) who want a straighter smile without the look of metal braces. It’s a lot more convenient, and a lot less uncomfortable. It requires fewer trips into the dentist for adjustments and once insurance is applied, [...]
