Barker, Rohner & Hunt DMD Blog

Often enough, a bad taste in your mouth can seem trivial. Other oral issues – toothaches, bleeding gums, etc. – may sound more vital. Still, this sense of bitterness is alarming if it’s constant. When that happens, you may need speedy dental treatment. Your teeth and gums would suffer long-term damage otherwise. So, here’s what a bad taste in your mouth may mean and why a dentist ought to treat it.

A dental emergency can happen at any time, whether you’re relaxing at home, working at the office, or running errands around town. It goes without saying that in these situations, it’s best to seek emergency dental care as soon as you can. However, that might be easier said than done if you don’t currently have dental insurance, which is why it pays to be prepared. Make sure that you’re familiar with the basics of dental emergencies and your options for getting treatment even without an insurance plan.

One of the things people dread to hear from their dentist is that they need to have their wisdom teeth removed. Thanks to pop culture, it has been made out to be a tough process. However, there is nothing further from the truth. As a matter of fact, most people only experience very mild discomfort after the extraction. Read on to learn what to expect after wisdom tooth removal and helpful tips to care for your smile as it recovers!

Have you ever wished that you could replace your teeth, with all their aesthetic imperfections, with the shining white smile of your dreams? If you have, it’s hard to think of a better way to do that than with veneers!

Veneers can completely transform your smile for the better, but there are a few things worth knowing about them before you begin the treatment. Here’s a guide with some important information about this cosmetic dental procedure.

Are you unhappy with your teeth? If so, you are not alone. Research has found that 33% of Americans are unhappy with their smile and 36% believe a better smile would improve their social life.  Fortunately, you can transform your grin with cosmetic dentistry. Treatments like veneers or dental bonding can dramatically improve your pearly whites. However, some people allow false beliefs about cosmetic dental treatments to keep them from improving their grins. Your dentist is here to set five misconceptions straight about cosmetic dentistry so you can feel free to get the smile of your dreams!

For people who are anxious about seeing the dentist for any reason, dental sedation can go a long way toward making their appointments comfortable and stress-free. If you’re thinking of having sedation performed during your next dental visit, you’re probably wondering what the treatment will feel like. Here is a brief overview of what you’ll likely experience with the different types of sedation that your dentist offers.

Did you know implants tend to succeed in the long run? Indeed, the treatment’s long-term success rate stands at over ninety-five percent! That said, you may wonder what lies behind this dental implant success. Knowing that information, after all, could help you confirm if the placement is right for you. Luckily enough, your local Raleigh dentist is here with the relevant facts. Read on to learn four crucial factors that make dental implants successful.

When it comes to correcting orthodontic issues, Invisalign is one of the most popular treatments on the market. It works in the same way as traditional braces, moving your teeth and jaw into a more ideal position over time. This gives your beam a straighter, more uniform look and also corrects bite and alignment issues. While traditional metal braces have a long list of foods you need to avoid, Invisalign allows you to eat most things without issue. But what about coffee? Can you drink coffee with Invisalign? Keep reading to learn if you can keep drinking your favorite morning beverage while having your teeth straightened.

People often don’t think about their bite. It is an automatic ability, like when you are busy enjoying your favorite foods! Unfortunately, for many people, their bite is not just a function; it affects how they look. From an overbite to underbite to crossbite, there are a range of misalignment issues that can distract from your appearance and take away from your ability to chew comfortably. Can Invisalign help? Your dentist in Raleigh will tell you everything you need to know.

Archery is one of the oldest and most noble sports, in no small part because of its difficulty. You know where you are, and where the arrow needs to be, but the line in between can be difficult to imagine. That is precisely what your dentist has to do when designing your Invisalign treatment. The goal of Invisalign is to take your smile from where it is to where you’d like it to be. Sometimes the line seems clear, but before you realize it you’ve fallen short. If that’s how you feel, don’t worry; there are things you can do to get back on track. Here are four tips to make sure you stay on target when it comes to your Invisalign treatment.