Our Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center dental team wants your child to have the best dental experience possible. This means we need to work together to help your child feel comfortable in the dental chair. So, to help you help your child, we have some tips and recommendations for you that can help your child have a more successful... read more »

You may have seen a logo on your toothpaste container or another oral care product that says “ADA Accepted: American Dental Association”. Your dentist, Dr. Kathleen Tantuco is a member of the ADA. Why do these things matter? You’re about to find out. What is the American Dental Association (ADA)? The ADA is the largest and most reputable dental association... read more »

Do you like the appearance of your smile? If your answer is “no” because you have imperfect teeth, then it’s time to consider enhancing your smile with dental veneers. Dental veneers are thin, porcelain shells that can cover your teeth and disguise your imperfections. Fortunately, dental veneers can fix many cosmetic imperfections, like broken, discolored, worn down, and chipped teeth.... read more »

As hard and solid as your teeth appear to be, your tooth enamel is actually riddled with microscopic pores and textures. If you frequently consume dark foods and beverages or use tobacco products, it could cause small, dark particles to adhere to the surfaces of your teeth. If they’re not removed on a timely basis, the staining particles can slowly... read more »

The inflammation and infection of gum disease threatens the oral health and quality of life of millions of Americans each year. Research conducted by the Centers for Disease Control found that an estimated 64 percent of people over 65 years of age have moderate-to-severe gum disease. However, gum disease problems are not limited to just the elderly. In fact, the... read more »

It’s important for parents to keep their children healthy and strong. But did you know that you’ll need to keep your child’s mouth healthy if you’re hoping to help them stay healthy overall? To do so, you’ll have to visit a dentist regularly—but did you know when you should schedule your child’s first appointment? We recommend scheduling your little one’s... read more »

Our team at Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center is here to provide you with the highest quality care and treatment options available for your dental profile. If you should find yourself in need of having a tooth pulled, prepare for your tooth extraction recovery before and after surgery. The steps you take in advance can potentially decrease recovery time,... read more »

From our entire team at Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center, we would like to wish you a happy and joyous holiday season! To continue enjoying a healthy smile, keep practicing safe and effective oral health habits. Following are just a few scenarios to outline some the risks your smile may be facing during the holidays: Question: What else can I... read more »

At Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center, we understand that you’re busy, and that saving time is something most people strive to do. Historically, many dental treatments have required two or more visits to complete—but did you know that modern dentistry has made it possible for our team to finish many treatments in a single day? In fact, sometimes, even... read more »

Did you know Thanksgiving could be a scary holiday for your teeth and gums? Well, it’s true, which is why our Vernon Woods Dental and Implant Center dental team encourages you to take good care of your smile this holiday season. You can do so by doing the following things: -Don’t snack all day: With plenty of food lying out... read more »