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Love your new smile? Tell us about it!
posted: Dec. 18, 2024.

At Vestavia Family Dentistry & Facial Aesthetics, we have been creating beautiful smiles for years. Whether you have visited the doctor and our team for a week or for your Read more
Dental Emergencies in Children
posted: Dec. 11, 2024.

Unfortunately, dental emergencies can sometimes be unavoidable among young children. The good news is the doctor can help you prepare in case you and your child find yourselves in any Read more
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
posted: Dec. 04, 2024.

It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no Read more
Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 27, 2024.

At Vestavia Family Dentistry & Facial Aesthetics we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel Read more
Dental Emergencies while Traveling
posted: Nov. 20, 2024.

You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Birmingham, Alabama office to make sure you catch any Read more
My gums are shrinking!
posted: Nov. 13, 2024.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed that your teeth looked longer? Does it seem like your gums are shrinking? This condition is called recession—many adults have it. Read more
National Brush Day
posted: Nov. 06, 2024.

October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 30, 2024.

Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
What's the connection between gum disease and diabetes?
posted: Oct. 23, 2024.

People who have diabetes are usually familiar with many of the other health risks they face, including damage to the nerves, eyes, heart, and kidneys. But did you know that Read more
Dental Veneers
posted: Oct. 16, 2024.

If you want to fix staining, large gaps, fillings, chipped teeth, or the overall shape of your teeth, this may be the perfect option for you. Many of our patients Read more
Broken Tooth: Is It an emergency or not?
posted: Oct. 09, 2024.

Have you ever had that sinking feeling after biting into something soft and chewy and feeling something hard and crunchy instead? You’ve chipped or broken a tooth, but what should Read more
What's on your fall reading list?
posted: Oct. 02, 2024.

How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team at Vestavia Read more
Just What Is a Cavity, Anyway?
posted: Sep. 25, 2024.

So you might be wondering, just what are cavities? How do we get them? What do they do to our teeth? How can we prevent them? Let’s talk! Our teeth need Read more
Best Tips to Make Your Teeth Look Whiter
posted: Sep. 18, 2024.

Your teeth were once naturally white and bright. Wouldn't it be great to keep them that way all of your life? Unfortunately, everyday living can dim our smiles. Food, coffee, Read more
Common Causes of Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 11, 2024.

Your gums are responsible for a large part of your overall oral health. So keeping them healthy and knowing how to detect gum disease is extremely important. Since it’s often painless, Read more
Back to School? Remember Your Dental Homework!
posted: Sep. 04, 2024.

It’s a busy time of year. Book lists! Supplies! New clothes! (How did they outgrow those shoes already?) And while you’re preparing your family’s list of back-to-school necessities, here are Read more