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10 Benefits of Root Canal Therapy

Many people fear that they may need root canal therapy. While it’s normal to feel anxious about an upcoming procedure, we want to ease any worries you may be feeling toward root canals. The truth is that... Read More →

Can Cosmetic Dentistry Change Your Life?

The goal of cosmetic dentistry is to improve the appearance of teeth that show when you smile and talk. But one of the outcomes is often enjoying a better quality of life. If you’ve ever felt self conscious about your smile, it may be... Read More →

Do You Have to Wear a Retainer Forever After Invisalign®?

Invisalign® can straighten your teeth in as little as 12 to 18 months. Yet, it’s important to wear your retainer after treatment as directed by our Invisalign dentist. Your retainer is what prevents your teeth from moving back... Read More →

How to Take Care of Porcelain Veneers

Your smile says a lot about your personality, which is why it’s important you know how to care for your porcelain veneers. Our dentist will make sure you understand how to maintain good oral health... Read More →

Is Losing a Crown a Dental Emergency?

It’s much easier to have one dentist for the entire family. Whether you just moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan, or are looking for a new dentist that better fits your needs, you can trust our years of experience. Our family... Read More →

What You Should Know About Dental Crowns

A dental crown restores teeth made fragile by injury and decay. For example, our dentist may recommend a dental crown to restore a cracked tooth. A dental crown covers the entire visible part of your tooth above... Read More →

When Should I Replace My Sports Mouth Guard?

You have a higher risk of oral injury if you play a contact sport. For this reason, it's important you ask for a sports mouth guard before your season starts. Our sports dentist in Grand Rapids, MI will be able... Read More →

Why Are Dental Implants Better Than Dentures?

You may have heard that dental implants are better than dentures. But, is this true for you? It's important to remember that each patient is different. This is why we recommend you request a consultation... Read More →

Why are Toothaches Worse at Night?

Do you ever wonder why tooth pain is worse at night? In general, toothaches seem to worsen at night because there are fewer distractions. Yet, if you wake up with dental pain... Read More →

Your First 30 Days Wearing Dentures

Feeling self-conscious of missing teeth? Our dentist may recommend dentures or other tooth replacement options to restore your smile. We offer quality dentures because we understand how much... Read More →

Why Spring is the Perfect Time for Cosmetic Dentistry

Spring is the season of new beginnings. As such, now is the perfect time to learn about cosmetic dentistry. The goal of cosmetic dentistry is to improve the appearance of teeth in the "smile zone." That way, you can... Read More →

What are the Benefits of Seeing a Family Dentist?

It’s much easier to have one dentist for the entire family. Whether you just moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan, or are looking for a new dentist that better fits your needs, you can trust our years of experience. Our family... Read More →

Pros and Cons of Invisalign® Braces

Aren’t sure if Invisalign® is the right teeth straightening option for your smile? Your first step should be to request a consultation with our Invisalign dentist in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Like the name suggests... Read More →

How Long Do You Have to Wear Invisalign®?

Invisalign® are nearly invisible aligners designed to move your teeth little by little into a straighter smile. While many patients appreciate not having metal on their teeth, the effectiveness of Invisalign will depend... Read More →

Does Wisdom Teeth Removal Count as Oral Surgery?

Our wisdom teeth removal dentist in Grand Rapids, Michigan understands that you may be feeling some anxiety about your upcoming procedure. For this reason, we want to make sure you have all the information you need to move... Read More →

Can You Get a Dental Crown in One Visit?

Did you know our dentist can plan and place your dental crown in one appointment? Instead of relying on outside labs to make dental crowns, we’re able to create a quality dental crown in our office that’ll last for years... Read More →

Are Same Day Crowns More Expensive?

We understand that our patients are concerned about the cost of dental procedures, which is why our same day crown dentist in Grand Rapids, Michigan wants to make sure you have all the facts you need to make an informed... Read More →

What’s the Best Way to Whiten Teeth?

Your smile says a lot about your personality, which is one of the reasons why professional teeth whitening has risen in popularity. More and more of our patients want to know the secret to having a whiter healthier smile. While custom teeth whitening... Read More →

How to Care for Invisalign Clear Aligners

Wish you could straighten teeth without braces? We offer Invisalign®️ as an alternative to metal braces. Like the name suggests, Invisalign are nearly invisible aligners that must be worn over your teeth for 20 to 22 hours a day during orthodontic treatment... Read More →

Do I Need a Crown or a Filling?

Whether you need a crown or a cavity filling will depend on how much healthy tooth structure you have left. Our dentist does everything in their power to preserve your natural tooth structure, which may mean choosing a filling over a dental crown. As you read... Read More →

5 Tips for Healthy Teeth and Gums

Want the secret for good oral health? Wish you had healthy teeth and gums? The best way to protect your smile is to adopt good oral hygiene habits, such as seeing your dentist every 6 months for a teeth cleaning. While it may be tempting... Read More →

5 Benefits of CEREC Same Day Crowns

Our same day dentist can place your dental crown in one appointment by using CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics). We’re always looking for the latest technology that will improve... Read More →

7 Easy Tips to Save Money and Pain at the Dentist

No one likes spending money at the dentist. However, preventive dentistry can help you save money in the long run that might have otherwise been spent on fillings, dental crowns, root canals... Read More →

Am I a Candidate for Invisalign Braces?

Straighten teeth in as little as 12 to 18 months with Invisalign. Like the name suggests, Invisalign are nearly invisible aligners we use to straighten teeth little by little over several months... Read More →

What are CEREC Same Day Crowns?

Our dentist uses CEREC to place your tooth crown in one appointment. Whether you need to cover a tooth after a root canal or repair a serious fracture, you won’t have to wait weeks... Read More →

What is Cosmetic Dentistry?

The goal of cosmetic dentistry is to improve the appearance of your smile. During your consultation with our dentist, we’ll focus on teeth that show when you smile and talk... Read More →

Why Are Teeth Cleaning Visits Important?

When’s the last time you saw the dentist? According to the American Dental Association, you should schedule a teeth cleaning every 6 months to reduce your risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and other issues... Read More →

Why Do We Have Wisdom Teeth?

Don’t ignore wisdom tooth pain. About 85% of Americans will need wisdom tooth extraction sometime during their lives. Wisdom teeth are the third molars that erupt through the gum line between age 17 and 25. If you or your child has wisdom teeth coming in... Read More →

What Happens During a Root Canal?

Never ignore a toothache. If a cavity is deep enough to penetrate the inner chamber of your tooth, you’ll need emergency dental care or risk dental extraction. Our dentist will do everything in their power to save your tooth... Read More →

How Night Guards Prevent Teeth Grinding

Do you often wake up with jaw or tooth pain? If so, you could be grinding and clenching your teeth in your sleep without even being aware of it. This is due to a condition called bruxism. The good news is that our dentist can create a custom night guard... Read More →

5 Reasons to Choose Invisalign over Braces

Wish you could straighten teeth without braces? Ask our dentist if Invisalign is right for you. Like the name suggests, Invisalign are nearly invisible aligners that move your teeth little by little into the perfect smile. If you think you would feel self-conscious with wires and brackets... Read More →

7 Facts about Your Sports Mouth Guard

Do you play a contact sport? If so, you’ll want to ask your dentist about getting a custom mouth guard. A mouth guard protects your teeth and gums from being damaged while playing contact sports. Don’t let your season get interrupted... Read More →

7 Reasons to Ask for Porcelain Veneers

If you have ever felt self-conscious about your smile, you owe it to yourself to ask your cosmetic dentist about porcelain veneers. Veneers are wafer-thin porcelain shells your dentist bonds to the fronts of your teeth so you can smile with confidence. You may be a candidate... Read More →

5 Ways Dental Bridges Improve Oral Health

If you have missing teeth, our Grand Rapids dentist at Renew Family Dental may recommend you get a dental bridge. Over time, the spaces in your smile can cause your other teeth to move toward the open space or even cause jaw deterioration. On a day-to-day basis... Read More →

Invisalign FAQs

Wish you could straighten teeth without braces? Our Invisalign dentist at Renew Family Dental can help you achieve your best smile with clear aligners. Like the name suggests, Invisalign are nearly... Read More →

7 Health Benefits of Dental Implants

If you have missing teeth, it’s important that you schedule an appointment with your Grand Rapids dentist at Renew Family Dental as soon as possible. Missing teeth not only affect the appearance of your smile, but increase your risk of cavities... Read More →

What Happens During The Veneers Procedure

If you have ever felt self-conscious about your smile, you owe it to yourself to ask your Grand Rapids dentist at Renew Family Dental about porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are wafer-thin slices of porcelain bonded to the fronts... Read More →

How Mouth Guards Prevent Sports Dental Injuries

Did you know that not all sports mouth guards offer the same level of protection for your teeth and jaws? If you play a contact sport like football or hockey, you’ll want to schedule a dentist appointment with your sports... Read More →

How Dentists Keep Patients Safe from Infectious Diseases

Do you have dental anxiety or a compromised immune system? Even if you don't, it may give you peace of mind to know that our team at Renew Family Dental works hard to keep you safe. Your health and safety are always... Read More →

Am I a Candidate for Dental Crowns?

Dental crowns are sometimes called “tooth caps” by our patients because they cover the entire visible portion of your tooth above the gum line. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your smile or want to save a tooth, your Grand Rapids dentist may recommend dental crowns... Read More →

5 Tips for Living with Dentures

It can be hard to eat and speak after having multiple teeth extracted, which is why your dentist will recommend partial or complete dentures. Dentures are essentially removable false teeth that can give you your... Read More →

What Happens During a Professional Teeth Cleaning?

We understand that some of our patients may feel anxious before a teeth cleaning, which is why our Grand Rapids dentist always tries to prepare patients for what they can expect during their dental appointment... Read More →

Why are Oral Cancer Screenings Important?

Mouth cancer is the cause of death for more than 8,000 Americans each year. Thankfully, mouth cancer can be detected in its early stages through oral cancer screenings. In this blog post, we will go over the... Read More →

What to know before getting dental implants?

Are you missing one or two teeth from your smile? If so, your Grand Rapids dentist may recommend dental implants. A dental implant is a titanium rod that fuses with your jawbone and acts much like a natural tooth root would to later support a porcelain crown... Read More →