When it comes to taking care of our teeth and gums there are a few very important habits to get right. Going to the dentist and eating a healthy diet can go along way in protecting our teeth, but one of the most important things you can do is brush and floss your teeth daily. …
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Many parents wonder whether they should bring their child to their dentist, or find a separate dental office for their children. Of course, one of the first factors to consider, is whether or not the current dental office you go to is a family dental office. Not all dental offices work with patients of all …
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It is very common for young adults to skip the dentist, either intentionally or not intentionally. Some young adults skip the dentist because they forget to find and setup a dental appointment after they move. Other young adults might have had bad experiences when they were younger and put off going back to the dentist. …
Millions of Americans have expressed that they dislike their smiles. Whether it is because of staining, crooked teeth, damage to teeth, or missing teeth, it can be difficult to smile for photos or in public. Because of this, many dentists that provide cosmetic and restorative dental services, also provide a “smile makeover” service. A smile …
Dental injuries are extremely common. As dentists we see patients weekly with damaged teeth, issues with a filling, or severe toothache or other symptoms. But as an individual, it might come out of nowhere when you or your child has a dental emergency. It can be scary to not know what to do, what will …
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In the dental chair, you have heard your dentist ask “how often do you floss” or “what is your brushing schedule looking like” but you have likely never heard a dentist ask you if you are remembering to use mouthwash every day. That said, mouthwash commercials and products in stores often treat mouthwash as the …
Taking care of your child’s teeth is the best way to help their smiles. At a young age your kids will look to you as an example, and need your help throughout the process. In this article, we want to discuss the best timeline for helping kids go from having their teeth brushed by you, …
Getting a filling is one of the most common ways to address & stop dental decay before the rest of a tooth is infected. If your tooth is showing signs of decay and the decay is spreading into the tooth, the smartest thing to do is removed the decayed section of the tooth and use …
A common mistake made by parents is putting off important healthcare visits for their child. One health visit that is often overlooked is a visit to a family dentist. Many parents wrongly assume they can wait until a child has most or all of their teeth. However, it is recommended that a child see a …
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There are many reasons a young adult might not be seeing the dentist twice a year. It could be that you don’t have insurance, or maybe you moved and finding a new dentist hasn’t been the highest priority. Whatever the reason, there are plenty more reasons you want to to get back to the dentist …
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