LeVasseur Dental Blog & Patient Education

Wiggle Room
posted: Aug. 19, 2025.

When you’re pregnant, you expect physical changes. That’s part of the excitement of the journey! What isn’t expected—and not nearly as exciting—is when your familiar smile seems to be changing Read more
The Link Between HPV and Oral Cancer
posted: Aug. 12, 2025.

Cancer has become a common word, and it seems like there is new research about it every day. We know antioxidants are important. We know some cancers are more treatable Read more
What to Do When the Tooth Fairy Isn’t on Schedule
posted: Aug. 05, 2025.

August 22 is National Tooth Fairy Day! If the Tooth Fairy is a treasured part of your child’s life, you’re just in time to celebrate! But what to do when Read more
Recovering from Oral Surgery
posted: Jul. 29, 2025.

If you need oral surgery, the doctor and our team will use our expertise and training to ensure that you have the best possible surgical outcome. And we want to Read more
Osteoporosis and Oral Health
posted: Jul. 22, 2025.

Today, the doctor and our team at LeVasseur Dental Care thought we would examine the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health, since 40 million Americans have osteoporosis or are at Read more
Intraoral Cameras
posted: Jul. 15, 2025.

It seems today’s technology has made every moment a camera-ready opportunity. (Just check your friends and their latest selfies.) What you may not expect is the opportunity to see a Read more
What happens during my hygiene appointment?
posted: Jul. 08, 2025.

Regular visits to the dentist are important for people of all ages. Seeing the doctor as recommended provides preventive care for oral diseases. If a disease is already present, early Read more
Celebrate the Fourth with a Smile!
posted: Jul. 01, 2025.

As our nation prepares to observe its birthday, we’d like to share some timely dental tips to help make celebrating the Fourth of July more enjoyable for you and healthier Read more
How much calcium does my child need?
posted: Jun. 24, 2025.

When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to build strong bones and grow tall and strong. Now that you have children of your Read more
What should I use to clean my baby’s teeth?
posted: Jun. 17, 2025.

You might think babies don’t need to brush their teeth, especially when they don’t have any. But by starting good habits like brushing when your child is young, you can Read more
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Jun. 10, 2025.

the doctor and our team at LeVasseur Dental Care will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup can Read more
June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
posted: Jun. 03, 2025.

The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more
Heart Disease and Oral Health
posted: May 27, 2025.

According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, more than 200 million Americans suffer from some degree of inflammation of the gums. Over the past decade, researchers have Read more
Understanding Dental Insurance Terminology
posted: May 20, 2025.

If you have a hard time understanding your dental insurance plan, particularly the treatments and services it covers, you’re not alone. That’s why the doctor and our team have put Read more
Top Five Dental Myths
posted: May 13, 2025.

Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put Read more
The Best DH in Baseball
posted: May 06, 2025.

Oh, wait—did you think we meant Designated Hitter? Oh, no, we’re not getting into that debate! What we want to talk about is the best Dental Habits you can practice Read more