In modern dentistry, our main goal is to protect your teeth from disease, and prevent problems before they arise. Practicing excellent preventive care at home is the best way to avoid tooth decay, gum disease, and other common ailments of the mouth. You should occasionally examine your hygiene routine and decide if there are any… Read more »
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Protecting Growing Smiles with Children’s Dentistry
Your child’s smile is growing and developing. You may assume this means those newly forming teeth are immune to many of the potential concerns you face as an adult. However, this is anything but true. Your child’s teeth and gums require just as much care and protection if not more. This is because your son… Read more »
FAQs: How Can You Prevent Tooth Decay?
Tooth decay is a common and widespread oral health issue. Without treatment, a cavity can soon lead to infection and a greater risk of tooth loss. How can you prevent tooth decay? With good oral hygiene, you can significantly reduce your risk of developing a cavity.
Why Do We Grind Our Teeth?
Does your significant other ever complain about you grinding your teeth at night? If so, then you may be suffering a serious oral health issue known as bruxism. Without treatment, you run the risk of damaging your teeth, as well as tooth decay or infection. Fortunately, we can address the issue and help you rest… Read more »
Quiz: Avoid Gum Disease with a Cleaning
Did you know that a simple cleaning can protect your smile from dental disease? Many people are surprised to learn they can avoid gum disease with a cleaning. Of course, the procedure also offers a number of other health benefits. With this preventive treatment you can enjoy a brighter, more beautiful smile.
FAQs: Why Do We Need Checkups?
You’ve often heard the dentist recommend regular checkups. Why do we need checkups? Preventive procedures, such as checkups or cleanings, can help promote improved oral health. Find out how you can maintain a beautiful smile free of tooth decay and other issues with a routine examination.
5 Benefits of Preventive Dentistry
Prevention is the best route to enjoy a healthy smile and avoiding the need for costly and invasive treatments. We believe by maintaining good oral hygiene and seeing the dentist at regular checkups and cleanings, you can improve the health and strength of your smile. Today, we’re looking at five benefits of preventive dentistry.
Quiz: The Benefits of Children’s Dentistry
How often do your children see the dentist? While the baby teeth will fall out and be replaced with permanent teeth, good oral health means these teeth must still be cared for. With children’s dentistry, we can help ensure your child’s teeth remain healthy and beautiful. Find out more about the benefits of children’s dentistry.
Q&A: The Link Between Headaches and TMJ Disorder
When you have a headache, work and your daily activities become very difficult. Instead of shutting down and hiding away until the pain subsides, why not try to find the cause of your discomfort and seek treatment? Your chronic migraines may the result of an oral health problem, such as TMJ disorder. Also known as… Read more »
How Do I Stop Bad Breath?
Do you suffer from chronic bad breath? Halitosis can cause embarrassment and even lead people to actively avoid social interaction. The health of your smile can actually have a major impact on the freshness of your breath. With the right steps, you can improve your oral health and stop bad breath.