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Do You Need Dental Oral Cancer Screening in Thibodaux?

Posted By Dr. Palmer

Oral cancer is a more serious issue than you might imagine. Though you think you may not have oral cancer, even those that do not smoke, drink, or partake in risky behavior can get oral cancer. For those looking for a dental oral cancer screening in Thibodaux, Acadia Family Dentistry can get you squared away. What is a Dental Oral Cancer Screening? Visual inspection Further inspection of suspect areas A dental oral cancer screening is a process that a dentist performs in the dentist’s office to identify any cancerous or precancerous areas in the mouth’s soft tissue. This type of … Continue reading

Thibodaux, LA dental team combines oral surgeon capabilities with comprehensive care

Posted By Dr. Palmer

Dentist practices in and around Thibodaux, LA, and the Houma and Bayou Cane area vary considerably in terms of their skills, experience, and onsite technologies and capabilities. Dr. Jared Palmer of Acadia Family Dentistry is among the select general dental practitioners in our region to offer a wide range of surgical services that resolve an array of oral conditions. These conditions can threaten the health of your smile, as well as your overall health. By selecting Dr. Palmer as your dental oral surgeon, you are able to retain “continuity of care.” You can stay with the team that already knows … Continue reading

Quality dental crowns in Thibodaux, LA start with precision dentistry, durable materials

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When the natural “crowns” of your teeth become damaged, we at Acadia Family Dentistry can rebuild this white part of the tooth that is seen above the gumline. Dr. Jared Palmer plans and designs quality dental crowns for Thibodaux, LA patients that are built to last and last. They’re also designed to look no differently than healthy, unaltered, natural teeth. The crowns that we may recommend blend in seamlessly with the rest of your smile. Why you may need a dental crown Dental crowns are also called “caps.” And, just like a cap protects your head from the elements, dental … Continue reading

Exceptional professional care and home hygiene in Thibodaux LA supports stunning smiles, overall health

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We at Acadia Family Dentistry know that excellent oral health and hygiene are about more than keeping or restoring a pretty smile. Along with her team, Dr. Jared Palmer supports your overall well-being and quality of life. Since the oral cavity is connected to other organs and bodily systems, the health of your teeth and gums also plays a vital role in protecting and managing other medical conditions and diseases. Oral hygiene at the dentist’s office Routine visits to our office are a cornerstone of exceptional oral care. The “standard” is to schedule these visits once every six months. Dr. … Continue reading

Protect your teeth, preserve your smile with custom night guards for bruxism in Thibodaux, LA

Posted By Dr. Palmer

Are you reliant on pain medications to cope with chronic, daily headaches? Do you experience stiffness when you open and close your mouth? Do you suffer from radiating facial pain? These are a few of the telltale signs of bruxism, also known as “teeth-grinding.” Many patients don’t realize they are bruxers until after dentists like Dr. Jared Plamer evaluate them during routine check-ups. Dentists are often on the frontlines of detecting this condition; they see its damaging effects. Fortunately, dentists are also on the frontlines of treatment. Custom night guards at Acadia Family Dentistry in Thibodaux, LA, are a discreet, … Continue reading

Fight decay and gum disease with professional teeth cleaning in Thibodaux, LA

Posted By Dr. Palmer

So, you consistently brush your teeth at least twice daily and floss every day? Congratulations! We at Acadia Family Dentistry are always happy to hear when patients have developed excellent, healthy oral habits. As much as we applaud you for doing so much for the health of your smile and your well-being, it is still imperative that you undergo professional teeth cleaning at our office in Thibodaux, LA. The “standard” cleaning: A cornerstone of oral health We recommend visits to our office for preventative or maintenance care at least once every six months. These semi-annual visits include an examination by our dentist, Dr. … Continue reading

Avoid discomfort, poor fit with the precision planning process for complete dentures in Thibodaux, LA

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The comfort, natural appearance, and functionality of dentures depend on how they fit. Acadia Family Dentistry’s approach to the process of getting complete dentures is exacting; Dr. Jared Palmer uses sophisticated technologies at his Thibodaux, LA, office to collect precise information about the contours of your mouth. The more accurate the information that he collects upfront, the better the outcomes and satisfaction that you have from your dentures. After all, this information is used to make your dentures. If there is incomplete or imprecise data, the resulting denture will not fit comfortably to the curves in your mouth. In fact, … Continue reading

The last line of defense: save a badly damaged natural tooth with root canal therapy in Thibodaux

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You’ve probably heard someone exclaim, “I’d rather have a root canal!” Of course, no one literally means what they say. Root canal treatment is often, undeservedly, compared to the world’s most undesirable tasks and situations. Truthfully, treatment is no more extensive than a common or “simple” filling. Yet, we don’t hear fillings compared to dreaded circumstances such as living with a mother-in-law or having to fly during a storm. Moreover, the only way we at Acadia Family Dentistry in Thibodaux may save a natural tooth is with root canal therapy. Since knowledge is power, Dr. Jared Palmer is happy to provide a few basics about just … Continue reading

Thibodaux dentist discusses when gentle dental extractions may be appropriate

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Tooth loss is often avoidable. Preventive dentistry, such as periodic professional cleanings, protects natural teeth from the primary causes of tooth loss: advanced periodontal or gum disease and severe tooth decay. Likewise, preventative services such as custom mouthguards protect teeth from being knocked-out or otherwise irrevocably damaged during physical activity, including contact sports. Additionally, the “best” teeth in terms of efficient function and attractive appearance are the ones designed as nature intended. So, dental extractions at Acadia Family Dentistry in Thibodaux are generally viewed as “last resort” procedures. Dr. Jared Palmer may determine that extracting the tooth is unavoidable, should … Continue reading

Dental filling procedure in Thibodaux rebuilds natural teeth, conservatively

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A healthy tooth is like a completed jigsaw puzzle. Injuries sustained from contact sports, falls, and other accidents can damage portions of that puzzle. The effects of periodontal disease (or gum disease) and decay can also erode the tooth; instead of a complete tooth, pieces of the tooth are destroyed. We at Acadia Family Dentistry make the tooth “whole” again. We do so with our gentle, conservative, and cost-effective dental filling procedure. From the office in Thibodaux, Dr. Jared Palmer repairs damaged tooth structures with composite resin dental material. A mix of high-performance plastic and micro glass-like particles, composite resins … Continue reading

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