At J. Jerome Smith, DDS and Daniel Domingue, DDS, we welcome patients of all ages into our Lafayette, LA dental office. From young smiles to retirees, our dentists offer experience and expertise to patients of all ages.
When putting together services and treatment plans, our dentists make sure that these services and plans can be applied to patients of all ages. ...
At J. Jerome Smith, DDS and Daniel Domingue, DDS, we provide comprehensive family dentistry in Lafayette, LA to patients of all ages. From young smiles to senior citizens, our dentists move easily between patients, providing appropriate solutions and fantastic outcomes to all.
Family dentistry means that the dentists are experienced when it comes to dental issues that arise within specific age ...
With the cost of health care continually on the rise in America, it may feel like affordable dentistry is out of reach. However, avoiding the dentist only causes more significant and costly problems. While it may seem counterintuitive, visiting your dentist on a regular basis every six months saves you money in the long run. Here's what you should know.
If you’ve ever worried about you or your children developing cavities, you’re not alone. Cavities have a big impact on quality of life and involve unexpected expense and visits to the dentist. You might be surprised to learn about a potential link between psychological stress and the development of cavities.
A recent review of several studies published by Biomed Central: ...
With the holiday season upon us (especially Halloween), we find ourselves consuming extra treats (and candy) that we usually wouldn't eat. Your dentist in Lafayette wants to share some tips for protecting your family's oral health so you can have a safe and happy Halloween.
To understand how to protect your oral health, you first must ...
It is embarrassing to talk about, but it happens, and it has to be addressed - foul tastes in your mouth.
While this is relatively normal, if you have a lingering bad taste in your mouth, you may be dealing with a more significant condition. Here are three problems that could be causing a yucky taste in your mouth, and how ...
With benefit enrollment time upon us, you may be debating about enrolling in a dental plan. What does it cover? Is it worth the monthly premiums? What if I have an emergency? These are all excellent questions to consider, and it's important to understand that dental insurance is very different than medical insurance, and every dental plan is unique and ...
Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores, can be very painful and debilitating. They affect how and what you can eat and make your mouth uncomfortable. If you suffer from them, you know how unbearable they can be, and you'd probably love some form of relief! Your dentist in Lafayette, LA has some answers.
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Achieving and maintaining optimum oral health truly involves a good partnership with your dental team. Your first line of defense against dental issues such as tooth decay and gum disease is your 6-month routine cleaning and checkup. It's also important to understand how you can do your part in protecting your oral health at home. Here is what you should ...
If you’ve been told you have bad breath, once you recovered from the embarrassment of it, you probably have wondered what to do about it.
First you should take a trip to your dentists in Lafayette, LA, Drs. Smith and Domingue, to determine if there is something serious going on. Gum disease can often present as bad breath that just won’t ...
Most dentists offer several services from cleanings to oral surgery in order to provide their patients with whatever dental procedure they need. Drs. J. Jerome Smith and Danny Domingue offer some of the most modern technology and procedures available; yet, they focus on preventive dentistry to help their patients avoid the need for these more expensive and intrusive procedures.
The ...
Most people know to brush at least twice a day and to floss at least once day, but mouthwash can also be incredibly helpful to your oral health. That is, if you are using the right product and using it correctly. There are several different opinions on mouthwash and several different types to choose from, so it can be difficult ...
You know you are supposed to use it, yet many people do not. Have you ever wondered if your dentist can tell if you have been flossing or not? Well, yes we can. When you don’t floss, tartar builds up between your teeth and can cause irritation and harbor the bacteria that ...
Part of the reason we love what we do is because of the great patients we have – patients like you! We are thankful for you and that you have been a part of our dental practice in 2014 and love developing relationships with you and your family.
We wish you the ...
Whether you pay for your benefits or your employer covers your health and dental expenses, your dental benefits, including your dental insurance as well as your flex benefits, are all part of your salary package. When you fail to make and keep preventive medical or dental appointments, you are not only ...
We are often surprised that our patients think that bleeding gums and pain while flossing is normal. In fact, both are signs of a common condition called periodontal disease. Nearly half of all Americans suffer from periodontal disease, a serious condition that can cause tooth loss, complications with systemic illnesses, and bad breath. Additionally, the bacteria that cause gum disease ...
Are you one of those patients that keeps their teeth impeccably clean? Do you brush and floss your teeth regularly, even obsessively, because you value your health and want to keep your teeth forever? We cherish our patients who need little encouragement to take care of their teeth at home. We ...
Many patients avoid the dentist until something goes wrong. It may seem logical to put off your appointment if you feel fine. After all, we are all leading busy lives and every minute counts! However, I would like to share with you some of the reasons why you should not put off your routine preventative appointments and opt instead to ...
Have you ever been to a doctor or dental office where you feel just like a number in a chart? That is exactly what we want to avoid! We want each patient in our dental practice to feel valued and heard, so we spend extra time getting to know our patients.
At our Lafayette dental office, our mission is ...
Did you know that men are more likely to suffer from oral health conditions than women? That’s because fewer men report going to the dentist regularly and are less likely to brush and floss regularly than women. According to the American Dental Association, men between the ages of 30-54 are a third more likely to have periodontal (gum) disease than ...
According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), more than half of all Americans do not receive regular dental care. Given that information, it should be no surprise to hear that instances of periodontal (gum) disease are on the rise. In fact, periodontal disease has surpassed diabetes in numbers of people infected in the US.
Additionally, scientists discovered links between periodontal ...
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