Dental Articles - Liberty Family Dentistry in Bloomington, IN

Summer Smiles: 5 Tips to Keep Your Smile Bright After Whitening

Have you recently had professional teeth whitening done and want to do everything you can to keep that bright smile? It's easier than you may think. Today, you'll walk away with five easy-to-follow, tried-and-proven tips for maintaining the appearance of your pearly whites. Best of all, they include things you can do right at home as part of your oral care routine.

Relax and Rest Easy with Sedation Dentistry

A trip to the dentist is a necessary part of good oral hygiene. These visits also keep your teeth in great shape and help spot early signs of gum disease, tooth decay, and other mouth disorders. While few people would ever describe a trip to the dentist as “fun,” for some people, these visits can trigger an extreme emotional response causing them to delay treatment or avoid it altogether. Sedation dentistry is the solution for those with any anxieties, phobias, or general uneasiness about the dentist.

5 Reasons to Consider Traditional Braces

With so many new and exciting innovations in orthodontics, one might ask why anyone would still want to get traditional metal braces. It’s true, and braces have been around for a surprisingly long time! The foundations of the treatment were developed way back in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Keep Your Teeth With Root Canal Therapy

If you have a cavity or a tooth broken or cracked enough to expose the root, you'll need root canal therapy to repair it. Many people tense up at the idea of getting a root canal, but it's a procedure that millions of Americans have every year to help save their teeth.

Start the Year Off Right with Dental Implants

Dental implants are a way to replace these teeth and maintain your quality of life. At Liberty Family Dentistry, our advanced dental professionals have the experience and education to determine if dental implants are right for you, and to place them with precision. Here's why dental implants should be your first choice when considering tooth replacement.

Sleep is Critical to Health

Studies show that without proper sleep every night we may be more prone to dementia, disease, memory issues, cognitive struggles, and other health-related difficulties. The lack of sleep has also been tied to an increased risk in heart attack and stroke. While millions of Americans receive treatment for sleep issues, studies reveal that the vast majority of people remain undiagnosed.

Dental Implants and 2021 Insurance Benefits

Soon we’ll gather with friends and family on New Year’s Eve to celebrate the highlights of 2021. When the ball drops and the clock strikes midnight, your dental insurance benefits will reset. Any unused benefits from 2021 will be lost.

Look Younger and Feel Better

If you’ve ever wanted to look younger and feel better, now is your time. At Liberty, we offer the powerful benefits of Botox® to relieve pain and refresh your beauty.

Are Your Gums Healthy?

A healthy mouth begins with healthy gums. Even if you have beautiful pearly whites and no cavities, you still run the risk of developing periodontal disease – also known as gum disease. Because gum disease can be painless early on, it often goes unchecked and untreated.

Benefits of Dental Sealants

Dental sealant is applied to the tooth enamel, typically on the molars and premolars because they are the teeth most susceptible to cavities and decay. Made of plastic resin, the sealant bonds into the grooves and depressions as it quickly hardens. Once sealed, the grooves and depressions are protected from food particles that may settle in and lead to the buildup of bacteria and decay. The procedure is very simple, requires a few minutes to dry, and allows the patient to eat and drink normally after the application.