When you sit down to schedule your preventive care visits, is there something that causes you to change your mind? Do you feel overwhelmed when it comes to keeping up with your prevention with us, even though you are consistently performing excellent dental hygiene habits at home? In some instances, there are certain aspects of the care we provide that patients tend to overlook. Allow us to offer a bit of illumination with a couple reminders, so you feel reinvigorated when preparing to set up a cleaning and exam.
A Healthy Smile Requires More Than Luck
Were you hoping that the luck of the Irish would be on your side this St. Patrick’s day, keeping your smile safe from all of the potential danger that seems to lurk around every corner? While it would be nice to rely on a little luck from time to time, this mystical approach will not do much for the actual state of your oral health. Use this fun holiday as a reminder that you will indeed feel quite lucky to show off a beautiful smile if you know how to keep your teeth and gums healthy. It just so happens we have some helpful tips up our sleeves.
2 Surprising Reasons To Choose Implants
When it comes to figuring out which option for replacing your teeth is best, you may endure a bit of a struggle at first. After all, you have a large world of options available to you – some removable, some fixed. And then – there’s the unique tooth replacement called dental implants. As you learn more, you will discover that they offer constant stability and may last quite a while (often a lifetime). For those who become instantly interested in implants, we offer a couple more reasons to agree to this solution.
Quiz: Partials Versus Bridges
Do you find that you’re experiencing some trouble deciding between a partial and a dental bridge? Rest assured, this is a common challenge faced by many patients. The good news is that by becoming familiar with the big differences (and the subtle nuances) that make each device unique, you can more easily determine which will work best for your needs. Look through a quick quiz to help clarify some of your confusion. Of course, we always suggest that you schedule time to consult with us about your tooth loss, as well. This gives us the chance to provide you with recommendations to complete your smile according to your particular requirements.
Quiz: Crowns And Your Oral Health
Are you already in the know regarding the way a dental crown can save your tooth? While you are pleased with the potential benefits, do you still recognize that you have remaining questions about how that crown will affect your general oral health – and how you will be able to keep your smile in good condition with the addition of a prosthetic tooth? Allow us to fill in the blanks (or help you discover that you know the answers to your questions) by taking an educational quiz.
Tooth Decay: 3 Things You Should Know
You know that when we tell you tooth decay is affecting your oral health, it’s not a good thing. You may also know that you will need a dental filling to address tooth decay. However – how much do you actually know about this oral health problem? It’s possible that like many of our patients, you don’t know much more than that you should schedule a visit to see us. Allow us to explain a bit by providing you with a few essential facts.
Restorative Dentistry: Myths And Facts
Are you completely sure about what you can achieve with restorative dentistry? Do you feel like you understand the generally concept – that restorative care will help get your smile back to the state of good health and complete structure that you once enjoyed – but you don’t have many details regarding the limits of this dental area? The good news is that restorations offer extraordinary improvements for your smile. Find out more by considering some myths – and corresponding facts.
Smile Shape And Texture Changes
When you begin looking into options for improving the shape and even the texture of your teeth, you will likely run across the benefits of tooth contouring. However, as you learn more and more about this cosmetic treatment, you may discover that it certainly offers advantages – but it might not speak to every one of your needs. The good news is that if contouring isn’t quite right, you have other solutions within reach. Learn a bit more about cosmetic treatments that can reshape your smile for a more beautiful appearance.
3 Reasons To Steer Clear Of OTC Whitening
Are you tired of passing by the over-the-counter (OTC) products in the store, fighting the urge to quickly buy them, run home, and conveniently whiten your smile? What’s keeping you from making this choice? Perhaps your intuition is suggesting you check with your dentist first! If so, good for you – that gut instinct has served you well. We always suggest visiting us for professional teeth whitening, while avoiding OTC whitening. Allow us to clarify why with some informative reasons.
Common Dental Bonding Questions
Do you think that dental bonding is the treatment for your cosmetic needs? Are you suffering from the tiniest problems that, though small, are having a significant impact on the way your smile looks? If so, you likely have a list of questions you would like to ask about bonding before going ahead with treatment. Consider some common questions and answers (and don’t forget to bring up any additional concerns during your next appointment with us).