Category: Preventative Care
Air Abrasion
August 2, 2022
Many people associate the high-pitched whirring of a dental drill with pain. Just the sound alone can make many people wince. A relatively new technique called air abrasion uses powerful particles of aluminum oxide to remove debris and decay. The most exciting thing for patients is that air abrasion is painless and, in some cases, […]
Read MorePreventative Care: 8 Ways You Can Be Proactive In Caring Your Teeth
July 29, 2020
WHAT IS PREVENTATIVE CAREIf you don’t care for your teeth, you will lose more than just a beautiful smile. Eating and talking are more difficult and implants and dentures can be very costly. There is nothing difficult about good hygiene and the benefits are well worth the effort! GOOD ORAL HYGIENEStarting with good oral hygiene […]
Read More5 Bad Dental Habits to Break
March 26, 2019
Nobody’s perfect. We all pick up bad habits along the way. Even our oral health isn’t immune. Try as you may, odds are you’ve picked up a habit or two in the name of convenience. That’s totally okay! We get it. And that’s why we’re here: to ensure your oral health is in fantastic shape. […]
Read MoreThe Croc’s Toothbrush
August 8, 2017
Even the crocodile has his own toothbrush – it’s the Plover. This bird flies into the croc’s mouth and cleans its teeth. Maybe not twice a day but…
Read MoreHow Old is Your Toothbrush?
July 26, 2017
Three out of four dental patients keep their toothbrushes longer than they should. Whenever you place a toothbrush into your mouth, it can be contaminated with bacteria microbes. These little critters can live on a toothbrush for weeks. It is recommended that you clean your brush regularly and replace it every three months, and always […]
Read MoreAre Dental Sealants Beneficial?
May 9, 2017
Many parents ask if they should have sealants placed for their children and teenagers. We recommend sealants because they act as a barrier to prevent cavities. They are typically applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth where decay occurs the most. Although brushing and flossing help to remove food particles from the smooth […]
Read MoreOral Cancer Awareness
April 4, 2017
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. The Oral Cancer Foundation states that while smoking and tobacco use are still major risk factors, the fastest growing segment of oral cancer patients is young, healthy, nonsmoking individuals. They recommend annual exams for all patients age 18 and older. Dentists are often the first line of defense against […]
Read MoreYour Mouth: Gateway to Your Body
January 23, 2017
Maintaining good oral health habits throughout our lifetime is vitally important because unhealthy bacteria in the mouth not only can harm your teeth and gums but may be associated with serious medical conditions. Research has shown that infections in the mouth may be associated with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, pneumonia and other health problems that […]
Read MoreInteresting Dental Facts
August 16, 2016
If you brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time, you will brush your teeth for about 24 hours each year, or 76 days over the course of your life! All this brushing will use about 20 gallons of toothpaste.
Read MoreYour Smile
July 26, 2016
Did you know that 50% of people say that a smile is the first thing they notice about someone? Also, studies show that a beautiful smile makes you look younger; it is better than plastic surgery! Brush twice a day and floss daily so the smile people are noticing is shiny and white!
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