Cedric C. Chenet DDS Blog

Ever since you were little, you’ve probably heard about how eating too many sweet treats can do a lot of damage to your smile. Cookies, cake, and candy are often painted as the main culprits, but there is also a range of drinks that can harm your pearly whites. Read on to learn about the relationship between beverages and oral health.

Do you want your smile to reflect who you really are? Do you want your teeth to shine bright? Do you want to make a great first impression when preparing for your interview or meeting someone special? The good news is you can! When saying goodbye to 2021, you likely pulled out a sheet of paper and wrote down your New Year’s Resolutions. As you attempt to check each one off your list, make sure to add these four tips that will help you to see a healthier, more vibrant smile that carries with you throughout the year.

New Year’s resolutions can be difficult to stick with. For many people, they go from zero to 100 and end up getting overwhelmed. For others, they think it’s a great idea at the time, but their interest quickly dwindles. Some resolutions aren’t as important as others, but setting goals to take better care of your teeth by flossing more often is key to keeping your teeth in good shape. If you’re worried that this resolution will be difficult to stick with, read on for five tips that will help incorporate flossing into your normal oral hygiene routine.

Now that the holiday season is in full swing, everyone’s preparing for all the festivities to come. Unfortunately, those who suffer from extensive tooth loss may not be so excited to partake in these holiday events. If you’re a part of that group, you’re probably thinking about all of the food you can’t eat during the upcoming celebrations. Luckily, you don’t have to live that way forever. Read along to learn how investing in dental implants can help you make the most out of this season!

Choosing dental implants to replace your missing teeth? Not only is this an excellent choice, but you’ll enjoy their many great benefits for a lifetime! But before you start the implant placement process, it’s normal to wonder if your dental insurance will help cover the cost. Because all plans are different, you’ll need to do your research or have a member of your dental team help you navigate the details of your policy. Read on to discover whether these permanent prosthetics are covered all or in part by your dental insurance and why you should use your benefits before they expire at the end of the year.

You take a tumble while riding your bike and accidentally knock out a tooth. Your child takes a hard hit while playing a game of football, causing significant injuries to their smile. A nagging toothache causes much pain that is now making it difficult to eat. All of these are considered dental emergencies and require immediate care. While you may plan to use your dental insurance to pay for your appointment, you may begin to wonder if these unexpected visits will be covered. Read on to hear from a local dentist who shares what you can expect when using your plan to pay for urgent treatment.

After waiting all year for your summer vacation, the last thing you need is a family member getting a toothache or breaking a tooth. You’d have to take time away from relaxation and worry about finding the right care for your loved ones and relieving their pain. While some dental emergencies are unavoidable, there are several precautions you can take to reduce your family’s risk. Here are five easy things you can do to prevent dental emergencies from ruining your summer vacation.

The temperature is rising, the days are getting longer… it must be summertime in Florida! Before long, it’ll be time for backyard barbeques, days on the beach, and late nights roasting s’mores. Plus, if you are less than enthused about the appearance of your smile, summer is the perfect time to straighten, whiten, and otherwise perfect your grin. Keep reading as a cosmetic dentist shares three popular treatments and why they are ideal for this time of year!

If you’ve lost a filling, cracked a tooth, or sustained some form of dental injury in the past, then you are all too familiar with just how painful a dental emergency can be. Perhaps the worst part, however, is not knowing where to turn for fast, effective relief, especially if it happens outside of your dentist’s typical office hours. With this in mind, keep reading for tips on how to find an emergency dentist when you need one right away!

You might be considering getting a weighted blanket after seeing some of your online friends talk about how great they are for enjoying a good night’s sleep. Typically, weighted blankets are recommended for people with anxiety, ADHD, or other conditions that make it difficult to settle down for the night. But what if you’re being kept up by sleep-disordered breathing? Could a weighted blanket make a difference in your particular case? Read on to learn more about how this sleep aid works and how it can potentially benefit those with sleep apnea.