Ask the Dentist
At Baton Rouge Dentistry dental offices, we believe in bringing the best care to our patients. Toward that end we offer here our counsel and advice to help you achieve the best oral results possible in this modern day!
Choosing the Right Toothpaste
04-13-2022Most people, however, can use any toothpaste that has the ADA (American Dental Association) seal of approval. This seal means that the toothpaste contains fluoride, has the right amount of abrasiveness (not too little and not too much), and has been shown to be both safe and effective for intended use.
How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies
03-28-2022A dental emergency is any event that warrants immediate care to save a tooth, stop bleeding from the mouth, or relieve tooth or mouth pain. Some of the most common examples we see at Jason D. Hutto, DDS include a cracked or knocked-out tooth or a toothache.
How Being Vegan Affects Your Teeth
03-02-2022There is no doubt that a plant-based diet is optimal for health. Omnivores and vegans alike benefit from the nutrients present in plants. But how does what we eat relate to our dental health? Is a vegan diet better or worse for dental health?
Protecting Yourself Against Oral Cancer
02-16-2022If you haven’t been to the dentist in a while, you should schedule a visit, because while the oral exam that accompanies your cleaning may not be noticeable to you, it’s often your earliest line of defense in the detection of oral cancer.
The Why, When, How and Where of Tongue Scraping
01-24-2022Whether you know it or not, like you in the wintertime, your tongue is also “all covered up” – buried beneath layers of bacteria, fungi, and food residue that can inhibit your ability to taste, let alone cause your tongue to appear various shades of yellow, white, or green! Remove the bacteria, though, and your food will once again directly interact with those taste buds, and return to its natural hue. So how does one do that? With a tongue scraper, of course!
Are Dental X-Rays Safe?
12-10-2021The benefits of X-rays, which include diagnosing decay, pathology, or any abnormalities, far outweigh the risks of exposure to this minimal dose of radiation.
Understanding the Five Stages of Tooth Decay
11-22-2021Did you know there are five distinct stages of tooth decay? Understanding how a cavity progresses can assist you in preventing each successive stage from occurring.
Proper Brushing FAQs
09-20-2021We brush our teeth every day (hopefully), but who knew it was this complicated? Just grab a brush a get to work, right? Not so fast, my friend! There are actually some best practices to be mindful of when brushing those pearly whites. The trick is cutting through the fat and finding out exactly what works.
Kicking the Tobacco Habit is Good for your Mouth
08-24-2021While the current percentage of Americans who smoke cigarettes is the lowest it’s been in decades, those who continue the habit remain at risk for heart and lung disease. Additionally, while we know smoking is also bad for our oral health, most don’t understand just how bad it is.
How to Change Your Smile
07-11-2021A beautiful smile can have a powerful impact in professional and social situations. When someone smiles at you, your natural instinct is to smile back. Yet many people may not smile back not due to being rude, but they may be embarrassed by their smile. Modern dentistry offers a myriad of ways to improve a smile. In this article I will discuss some of the most common ways to create a beautiful smile you can be proud of.