Teeth whitening is the most popular cosmetic dental procedure. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry found that what most people would like to improve about their smile is the shade of their teeth. Teeth whitening products include whitening toothpastes; over-the-counter gels, strips, and trays; and in-office whitening treatment. Dr. Hobart, Dr. Yu, and our team stress the importance of avoiding... read more »

Have you ever drank something cold and felt a sudden, shooting pain? As you probably know, having a toothache is a miserable experience and is something most people want to avoid. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to fight and prevent toothaches. Toothaches can be caused by a variety of problems. Some of the most common problems... read more »

Many people don’t particularly enjoy going to the dentist. Cleaning, examinations, and other procedures can sometimes be a little uncomfortable. But for people with dental anxiety, a trip to the dentist can be agonizing. To help all our patients feel more at ease, here at First Dental of Bluffton we offer a variety of sedation dentistry solutions. Here are some... read more »

If you have been wanting to make a fashion statement with your smile by getting a lip or tongue piercing, we want you to know that there are some health risks involved.  It is not as simple as getting your ears pierced, which has relatively little risks in comparison. Your mouth is by nature home to colonies of bacteria, and... read more »

If you’ve ever had root canal therapy, you probably know that going through the treatment is better than coping with a damaged root canal. In fact, you probably understand why most people who’ve had root canal therapy claim it’s no worse than having a cavity filled. Similarly, you may know that if an injured root canal isn’t treated, you could... read more »

To get some people to visit the dentist is like pulling teeth, especially if they need to visit the dentist to have their teeth pulled. We understand that some of our patients experience dental phobia because they had a traumatizing childhood experience, dislike the sound of a dental drill, fear pain, have a sensitive gag reflex, etc. If you have... read more »

When it comes to finding a new look, many people should consider teeth-whitening treatments. Receiving white teeth can add a huge boost to your everyday life. With so many people wanting and turning to cosmetic dentistry, it’s no wonder why teeth-whitening treatments have become among the most popular sought after purposes. Here are three reasons for you to consider whitening... read more »

Your baby’s teeth start to develop while they are still in the womb. While your baby is growing he will have grown 20 primary teeth by time he is three years old. There will be ten on the top and ten on the bottom waiting to erupt. These include central incisors, lateral incisors, canines, first molars, and second molars. Teething... read more »

Whether you want to believe it or not, soda is a big source of tooth decay for people of all ages. With the acids and acidic sugar in the soft drinks, the tooth enamel softens and allows the formation of cavities. Now, there are a few things you can do to protect your smile from tooth decay and other dental... read more »

If you are one who is afraid of the dental office, we have some good news for you! We happily offer nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, to help you relax in the dental chair. With the help of this sedative, you will love keeping your scheduled dental visits in no time. What is nitrous oxide? Nitrous oxide is... read more »