Feb
28
Looking to improve your overall dental health? At Plantation Road Dental Care, we provide patients with the general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry services they need to achieve their dream smiles in our Destrehan, LA dentist office. One of our goals…
Jan
31
Did you know that gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults? Recent studies have shown the ongoing prevalence of gum disease, with over 40% of adults having some form of disease. Gum disease is considered an…
Nov
14
There are many ways to correct the little things you may not like about your smile, such as discoloration, chips, or ridges on the teeth. Tooth bonding is a straightforward procedure designed to change the way your teeth look so…
Oct
29
One of the most common questions we get asked as your dentist in Destrahan is whether someone has a cavity. Plantation Road Dental Care is committed to patient education and helps patients maintain healthy, beautiful smiles with tooth cavity prevention…
Sep
29
The teeth are the strongest parts of the body, stronger than bone. The sensitive tissues inside the teeth are protected by a hard outer layer called the enamel, which can withstand the pressure of biting, chewing, and everything you do…
Aug
28
Dental crowns are used to restore the appearance, shape, and function of a damaged tooth, but they sometimes take weeks to create in a dental laboratory, leaving you with an uncomfortable temporary crown. Dr. Melanie Andrews offers same-day dental crowns…
Jul
27
Are your teeth showing signs of age, such as discoloration, cracks, gaps, or misalignment? A popular cosmetic dentistry treatment for an imperfect smile is porcelain dental veneers, which can quickly refresh your teeth using just one treatment over two dental…
Jun
28
Pain anywhere in the body is a signal that something is wrong and needs to be addressed. Tooth pain can be difficult to deal with, especially when you don’t know why. Dr. Melanie Andrews is a Destrahan, LA family dentist…
May
31
Even if you don’t have complex dental concerns and have excellent oral hygiene, it’s still important to visit your dentist every six months and stay vigilant about your mouth’s health. This allows your dentist to check on your teeth, gums,…
Apr
29
A chipped tooth can happen to anyone, especially if you frequently use metal straws, experienced a dental injury, or have a history of oral health problems. Dr. Melanie Andrews is an experienced cosmetic dentist in Destrahan, LA who has over…
