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Posted July 13, 2023 / Blog, Dental Technology
Jonas E. Gauthier

Mail-Order Braces: Buyer Beware

Mail-order braces are a controversial dental topic, and Dr. Jonas Gauthier of Today’s Dental Pineville weighs in today. Direct-to-consumer orthodontics companies make many appealing promises—no dental visits, aligners delivered to your door, and lower costs. But are the risks worth it? Not according to this consumer alert from the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). As […]

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Posted June 27, 2023 / Blog, Dental Technology
Jonas E. Gauthier

What Does Your Dentist Have Up Their Sleeve? Tools of the Dental Trade

Unless you’re frequently using your teeth as scissors or a nail file (we hope you aren’t!), the most common things placed in your mouth are food, beverages, eating utensils, and your oral hygiene BFFs: floss and toothbrushes. This script gets flipped when you visit your Pineville dentist, though. At Today’s Dental, we utilize a few […]

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Posted April 13, 2023 / Blog, Patient Care
Jonas E. Gauthier

How NOT to Pull a Loose Tooth

We’ve all seen variations of DIY methods when it comes to pulling loose baby teeth: the string and door slam method is by far one of the most popular (although we’re not sure why). But our team at Today’s Dental is here to advise against this and similarly aggressive techniques so your kiddo will have […]

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Posted March 13, 2023 / Blog, Dental Services, Dental Technology
Jonas E. Gauthier

Bonding: A Perfect Smile is Always in Style

Whether you’ve never been thrilled with your smile, or it lacks the luster it once had, dental bonding is a multipurpose cosmetic and restorative dental procedure that can be performed on patients of all ages. Bonding has the capability to fill gaps, correct damage, and refurbish the overall structure and look of your teeth. Today’s […]

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Posted February 27, 2023 / Blog, Dental Technology
Jonas E. Gauthier

Am I Too Old for Braces?

How old is too old for braces? It’s an interesting question—and the answer may surprise you! Today’s Dental in Pineville would like to share some information with readers today regarding patient age as it relates to orthodontic treatment. Spoiler Alert! Patient age alone is not a deal-breaker when it comes to successful orthodontic treatment outcomes, […]

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Posted February 13, 2023 / Blog, Dental Technology
Jonas E. Gauthier

Lasers: A “Groovy” Tool for Dentists

At Today’s Dental, we take pride in staying ahead of the curve when it comes to the latest and greatest in dental treatments and technologies. That’s why we think dental “lasers” are truly smashing. And if you’re worried about paying one million dollars, rest assured laser treatments are more accessible and affordable than ever. Austin […]

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Posted January 27, 2023 / Blog, Dental Technology, Patient Care
Jonas E. Gauthier

Brace Yourself: It’s Time for a New Menu

According to the American Association of Orthodontics, over four million people in the United States are undergoing orthodontic treatment at any given time, and about 25% of those people are adults. These statistics include different types of orthodontic treatments, such as clear aligner systems that have become increasingly popular in recent years.  Clear aligners can […]

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