Blog

When you have misaligned or crowded teeth, you can lose confidence in your smile. However, there is a way to get the smile you’ve always wanted. With the technological advancements in dentistry, you no longer have to live with an imperfect smile or wear brackets and wires to straighten your teeth. Instead, you have options…

How to enjoy Halloween while still maintaining good oral health. There are many reasons to be excited for fall, with things like harvest festivals, cooler weather, and the beautiful changing scenery providing a warm welcome to the season. But there’s perhaps nothing more exciting than Halloween. A favorite holiday for many, it’s a time for…

Saving Smiles With Restorative Care  Welcome to the exciting realm of restorative dentistry! If you’ve ever wondered, “What are dental implants?” or “Can a cracked tooth be saved?” you’ve come to the right place. Our Saint Joseph dental clinic is renowned for granting smiles a second shot at life with restorative care. This form of…

How Stress Can Impact Oral Health Stress, the ubiquitous yet silent foe, can manifest in surprising ways, one of which is bruxism— the grinding or clenching of teeth. This often overlooked sign of stress and anxiety can have a significant impact on your oral health, leading to a variety of issues, from worn-out teeth, to…

An estimated 99.7% of Americans value smiles as vital social assets—the impact of an attractive grin can’t be understated. And surprisingly, 74% believe an unattractive smile could hinder career prospects. But here’s the silver lining: for those unsatisfied with their teeth—whether due to discoloration, misalignment, or gaps—a smile makeover is the perfect solution.  Enter porcelain…

Over the months of August and September each year, millions of kids head back to school. And in the weeks before that big first day, parents are often scrambling to get ready. From getting the necessary school supplies to making sure kids are up to date on their vaccinations, there is a lot to manage.…

The latest in dental technology is laser dentistry. If you are big on technology and keeping up-to-date with the latest way to keep your teeth in check, you’ll be happy to know that Berrien Dental’s Berrien Springs dental office is using laser dentistry for some of its dental treatments. There are many benefits to using…

Don’t let the grind(ing) wear you down. Let’s face it: Most people deal with some sort of stressful situation on a daily basis. And often, they find that they are clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth, whether consciously or subconsciously, as a result of the stress or anxiety that they feel. Does this sound…

You can stop gingivitis in its tracks. If you are worried about gingivitis and gum disease, and aren’t sure how to stop it, the team at Berrien Dental has some tips on how to keep your teeth and gums healthy. What is gingivitis? You’ve probably heard the term a lot, but what is gingivitis? It…

Porcelain veneers might just be the best option for you. Our teeth are more noticeable than we may realize. In fact, they are often one of the first things people notice when meeting someone new. If you have things about your smile that you aren’t fond of, this can be an unsettling fact. Sure, we…

Protect Your Smile and Prevent Periodontitis Periodontitis is the most advanced form of gum disease and can only be corrected with professional intervention. It’s caused by excessive plaque and tartar build-up in the gum pockets that trigger inflammation and eventual infection if left untreated. In addition to inflamed and infected gum tissue, periodontitis can also…

Managing Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Temporomandibular joint disorders, or TMJDs, affect roughly 12% of the population. Women tend to develop TMJDs more often than men, and women also tend to experience more severe TMJ disorder symptoms than their male counterparts. Any age can be affected, though most cases are diagnosed in adults between the ages of…