Limestone Dentistry Blog

If you’ve ever visited a dental practice and wondered how exactly those professionals got there, you aren’t alone! Both dentists and dental hygienists play vital roles in maintaining your oral health, and while the paths they take to get there do have some things in common, they’re still quite different. Continue reading as we break down what it takes to enter each profession and how each serves your smile’s wellness.

Do you have chips, gaps, or stains on your teeth? Are you somewhat embarrassed about the appearance of your pearly whites? If you’re ready to get the beautiful, confident smile you deserve, modern dentistry can help! Your first step towards the results of your dreams is to find a cosmetic dentist that’s right for you. But with so many dental practices around, especially in Jeffersonville, how do you pick the best one? While it may seem overwhelming at first, these five tips will help you narrow down the pool and discover the cosmetic dentist that’s ideal for you.

If you have a child, you already know that raising kids doesn’t come with a guidebook! Fortunately, in today’s modern age of the internet, there’s a wealth of information at your fingertips. While the worldwide web can be very helpful, it can also host a lot of misinformation. So what’s the best way to keep your little one’s smile healthy as it grows? To start, don’t believe these top six common myths about children’s dentistry!

Keeping a dental office clean, efficient, and functioning to the best of its ability is a huge undertaking. At Limestone Dentistry, we ensure that our state-of-the-art practice stays in tip-top shape so you can enjoy a relaxing and productive appointment when you come to visit us. Wondering how we do that? Here are a few things that go on behind the scenes to keep our well-oiled machine running.

Understanding dental insurance can feel overwhelming. What exactly is covered? How often should you be seeing the dentist? Have you met your deductible? While the answers to these questions can vary from plan to plan, one thing is the same across the board: once January comes around, your unused benefits will expire. Anything you haven’t taken full advantage of will reset for the new year! Here are five ways you can save money and maximize your dental insurance benefits before next year.

At Limestone Dentistry, we pride ourselves in being a family-friendly office. This means we love to see you and your children too! Our office staff can arrange routine dental cleanings for you and your kids all at the same time. This helps those busy parents get in and out of the dental office. Keep reading to learn more about our children’s dental care services at Limestone Dentistry!

Dental implants at Limestone Dentistry in Jeffersonville, Indiana are the premier option in restoring a lost tooth or multiple teeth! Near you is a one-stop dental office that can perform your entire treatment including extractions, implant placement, and tooth placement. Read on to learn more and give us a call today to schedule your consultation!

Cosmetic dentistry often comes with “what ifs” and the use of your imagination. At Limestone Dentistry in Jeffersonville, Indiana we can show you exactly what your work will look like before we ever begin treatment! We can perform a simple impression and have our local laboratory make a Lab Wax-up sometimes called a diagnostic wax-up. During a consult visit, you and Dr. Thornton review the lab made wax-up prior to your treatment.

Periodontal Disease (also known as Gum Disease) is a bacterial infection that occurs in the gums surrounding some or all of the teeth. When Periodontal Disease is left untreated, the disease can spread to other teeth and eventually lead to tooth loss. Just because we have healthy teeth with no cavities does not mean we have healthy bone/gum structure to hold those teeth in place! 

Do you hide showing your teeth, because you do not feel like you have a Hollywood smile? At Limestone Dentistry in Jeffersonville, Indiana one of our specialties is helping patients achieve their ideal smile.