Dr. Joseph Costa Family Dentistry Blog

In 1999, October 4^th was declared World Smile Day, which many people know of because of the iconic yellow circle smiley face that accompanies the holiday. However, the history of World Smile Day goes even further back than 1999 and has an even deeper meaning and history than many people realize. Read on to learn more about how World Smile Day came to be and what you can do to celebrate.

Orthodontic treatment is something that many people end up needing during their youth, and if you’ve gone through this, you probably know just how much of a process it can feel like. However, it’s not uncommon for patients to need a little extra orthodontic work later in life, to address stubborn misalignment that has returned. In these cases, Invisalign can often be an effective solution! Here’s what you need to know.

When it comes to advice on keeping your smile healthy, happy, and beautiful, you shouldn’t look to content creators on social media; you should look to your dentist! After all, they have years of training and experience on all things oral health, including what NOT to do. With this in mind, keep reading for six things your dentist never puts in their mouth.

If you’re self-conscious about your smile due to crooked teeth or issues with your bite, you might be a little reluctant to commit to metal braces. As tried-and-true as they are, they’re still cumbersome and noticeable, to say the least. But there’s luckily another modern, effective solution that’s much more comfortable and convenient for patients: Invisalign. Though you might not realize it at first glance, these trays can do much more than straighten teeth – they can even correct overbites, underbites and other similar problems! Here’s what you need to know.

Like countless others, you may have been drawn to Invisalign because the aligners are clear, making your teeth-straightening journey virtually undetectable. But what happens if they start to discolor, negatively impacting how they look and smell? Below, you’ll find four common causes of yellow aligners as well as what you can do to help prevent that from happening.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner! This special day is an excellent occasion to show appreciation to all of those wonderful mothers out there for everything they do. However, finding the perfect gift for your mom isn’t always easy, and you might be stumped. Here are four dentist-approved gift ideas that are certain to keep your mom smiling for several years to come!

You may not realize it, but smiling can have a positive impact on more than just your physical appearance. Your mental, emotional and behavioral health can benefit from improvements made to your pearly whites. If you are interested in learning how you can take your smile to the next level, find out more about the various cosmetic services that are available as well as how they can help to improve your overall health.

Toothaches tend to be frustrating, annoying, and downright inconvenient—in fact, they have a knack for occurring at some of the worst possible times! But when you’re dealing with tooth pain, it’s not something that you should needlessly endure or shrug off; what might start as a small ache can easily worsen into a serious problem if left unaddressed. Continue reading below to learn more about a few of the most common types of tooth pain and why it’s always in your best interest to seek emergency care when your smile needs it!

Fortunately, the days of bulky and obvious dentures are long gone. Today, these restorations are custom-made for each patient from dental materials that don’t compromise on durability or appearance. Of course, that doesn’t mean that they don’t require any care. With this in mind, keep reading for five helpful tips on how to take care of your dentures!

With Invisalign, your teeth are gently moved into their ideal positions with a custom-made series of clear aligners. One key component of this process is wearing each tray for 20-22 hours a day and for 7-14 days (depending on your specific treatment plan). So, what should you do if you lose one of your aligners? Should you move onto the next tray? Should you call your dentist? Don’t worry – you’ll find the answers to these questions and more right here.