We believe a beautiful smile starts with knowledge. That’s the heart behind the Bonaventure Dental Care Blog, a space built to share inspiration, practical advice and up-to-date dental insights with our Baton Rouge community. From everyday hygiene habits to advanced treatment options, our goal is to guide you on your journey toward a radiant, healthy smile. Join us as we grow, learn, and smile together.
Does Your Dental Filling Need to be Replaced?
WHEN SHOULD A FILLING BE REPLACED? Dental fillings are used to replace the tooth structure lost from decay, also known as cavities. When your dentist removes the decay from your tooth, they use a filling to strengthen your tooth once again. Dental fillings can be made of multiple kinds of materials such as gold, porcelain, […]
Do You Need a Dentist and an Oral Surgeon?
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DENTISTS AND ORAL SURGEONS AND WHY YOU MAY NEED BOTH Many of our patients have asked us about receiving oral surgery. While Dr. Bonaventure does conduct several oral surgery procedures, including emergency dental work, he does not consider himself an oral surgeon.
The Benefits of Routine Tooth Brushing
ROUTINE TOOTH BRUSHING CAN RESULT IN A HEALTHIER SMILE AND A HEALTHIER YOU You are on your way to your scheduled dentist appointment, and you start to think back to the last time you went in for a cleaning. Once you’re there, it seems that everyone on the dental staff asks about your tooth-brushing routine. […]
Your Fluoride Treatment Guide
STRENGTHEN YOUR TEETH WITH A FLUORIDE TREATMENT Having a cavity is the exact opposite of what you would consider a good time. Sensitivity to hot and cold, pain when you chew, and a trip to the dentist can make you want to avoid sweet treats in order to prevent cavities for the rest of your […]
The Effects of Soda on Your Child’s Teeth
SODA HAS A NEGATIVE EFFECT ON YOUR CHILD’S TEETH AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE Who doesn’t love an ice-cold, refreshing soda on a hot summer day? Not only are sodas the perfect pick-me-up at lunch, they are also the ultimate companion to an order of hot, salty fries. What could possibly be the drawback to […]
Foods to Avoid After You Have a Cavity Filled
CONSIDER THESE FACTORS BEFORE EATING AFTER A CAVITY FILLING AND FILL UP YOUR STOMACH SAFELY Maybe you scheduled your dentist appointment right around lunchtime, and you’re starting to regret skipping lunch before you headed to the dentist office. As the dentist cleans your teeth and fills your cavity, the only thing on your mind is […]