Thanks for the question! Yes! In fact, it's even more important that patients receiving orthodontic treatment visit our office regularly. When you're wearing braces, food may be caught in places that your toothbrush normally can't reach. This causes bacteria to build up and can lead to cavities, gingivitis and even gum disease. Believe it or not, an estimated 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of gum disease. Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care. Our staff at Henagan Team Dentistry will work closely with your orthodontist to make sure that your teeth stay clean and healthy while you're undergoing orthodontic treatment.

If it has been more than six months since your last visit to our New Iberia office, please give us a call! We look forward to your next visit!

Did you know February is American Heart Month? It’s a great time to take notice of the health of your heart, says Dr. Donald Henagan. Cardiovascular disease remains American's number one killer, according to the American Heart Association. Studies have shown a correlation between gum disease and heart disease, underscoring the importance of good oral health care.

Visiting our office on a regular basis can help prevent gum disease or at least catch it in its early stages. And because people with dental insurance are more likely to visit their dentist when they should, a healthy mouth begins with a visit to Henagan Team Dentistry. In observance of Heart Month, Dr. Donald Henagan says it’s also important to know your numbers: blood pressure (less than 120/80), cholesterol (less than 200) and BMI (less than 25). If you have any questions about heart health, or about your treatment at Henagan Team Dentistry, please give us a call today.

We know not everyone is always thrilled to visit their dentist for a checkup. But we want you to know we strive to bring you the best and most comforting experience at each of your visits. So, today we’d like to know: What is it about our dental office that makes you comfortable or puts you at ease? Is it something about our pleasant environment? Our friendly staff? Is it something about Dr. Henagan himself?

Let us know by posting below or on our Facebook page!