by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Aug 4, 2026 | Blog
Your first visit to a new dentist covers a lot of ground fast: an exam, maybe X-rays, a cleaning, and a rundown of what’s next. It’s easy to nod along and forget to ask anything. Walking in with a short list of questions changes that, and makes sure you...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Aug 1, 2026 | Blog
A deep, lingering ache or a jolt of pain when you drink something hot or cold is often a sign of nerve damage inside your tooth. So can a dentist fix nerve damage in your teeth? Here’s the honest answer: a badly damaged tooth nerve can’t be healed back to...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 30, 2026 | Blog
When you’re missing one or more teeth, the two most common paths forward are dentures and dental implants. Both restore your ability to eat and smile with confidence, but they work very differently — and the right choice depends on your bone health, budget, and...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 28, 2026 | Blog
More options should make a decision easier. With teeth straightening, they somehow make it harder. With so many teeth straightening options available, patients walk into the consultation room at Fancy Smiles Dental Studio knowing they want straighter teeth and having...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 25, 2026 | Blog
When you go in for a routine cleaning, cancer is probably the last thing on your mind. But your dentist may be doing something quietly important during that visit: screening your mouth for early signs of cancer. So can a dentist detect cancer or lymphoma during an...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 23, 2026 | Blog
You know the moment. You’re brushing your teeth, you catch yourself in the bathroom mirror at a slightly too-honest angle, and suddenly you’re on your phone at 11 p.m. Googling “teeth whitening vs veneers.” Fifteen minutes later, you’ve...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 21, 2026 | Blog
Many uninsured adults assume dental insurance is the responsible default. But putting a dental membership plan vs. insurance side by side tells a different story. A standard individual dental PPO can run $977 to $1,200 a year in premiums alone, figures associated with...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 18, 2026 | Blog
If you snore loudly, wake up gasping, or feel exhausted after a full night’s sleep, sleep apnea may be the reason — and your dentist may be part of the solution. It surprises a lot of people, but treating obstructive sleep apnea isn’t only a job for...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 16, 2026 | Blog
If you’ve been wondering what are the best cosmetic dentistry options for adults, you’re far from alone. Picture this: you’re sitting in a dental chair, phone in hand, scrolling through before-and-after smile photos. One person got whitening. Another...
by Dr. Francessca Scarlett | Jul 14, 2026 | Blog
Getting a dental implant is a process, not a single appointment — and knowing what recovery actually looks like, week by week, makes it much less intimidating. While every patient heals a little differently, most implant recovery follows a predictable pattern. Is...
