We always tell you when you visit us that you should be flossing your teeth every single day. While you may have committed this detail to memory, you may not know what to do when you experience painful flossing. Should you continue on, hoping everything is okay? Is this just a normal part of the dental hygiene process, you wonder? We encourage you to consider frequently asked questions (and our answers), so you can get to know the ins and outs of safe, successful flossing.
Fact Versus Fiction: About Your Brushing
If we were to quiz you over your brushing habits and how they relate to your oral health, do you think you would pass with flying colors? Would you be able to tell us about the subtle details that separate “okay” brushing from exceptional brushing? When you feel uncertain about dental hygiene, you may end up underperforming. To ensure you’re getting the job done successfully, we invite you to make your way through a quick fact-or-fiction session!
Happy Holidays And A Few Reminders
Hooray! You’ve made it through the chilly weather and all of the hustle and bustle that comes with readying yourself for the excitement of the holidays. Lo and behold, they are just about to make their final arrival. For your upcoming weekend, you get a nice big “Happy Holidays!” from all of us and we hope you have a wonderful time. Now, about those dental care reminders…
Holiday Time: Keep Your Veneers Safe
Particularly for patients who have recently received porcelain veneers, it can be a little scary to enter times of reckless abandon (also known as the winter holidays!). You know that you will be faced with a major schedule change, tons of foods and treats you are usually not presented with, and other unknowns. What’s a dedicated dental patient to do when it comes to choosing between one’s appetite and the need to protect one’s smile? Don’t worry. It’s easier than it seems.
Invisalign For 2017? Why Not?
Are you wondering when you will finally get the motivation to go ahead with your plan for receiving Invisalign treatment to straighten your smile? We understand that the best laid plans often take quite a while to establish, which is why we encourage you to talk with us. Making big choices, such as choosing orthodontic care, can feel overwhelming when you try to do it all on your own. Consider some helpful encouragement that might help you turn 2017 into the year of your much improved smile.
Q&A: Biting Your Fingernails
Are you a nail biter? Do you tend to hide your hands when you’re around others because you nibble on your nails chronically? While it’s certainly something that can cause your hands to look less attractive than you would prefer, did you know it might negatively affect your health, as well? In fact, chewing on fingernails can lead to significant oral health problems! Fortunately, you can learn more about what to do (and why you should kick the habit) with our Q&A session.
Do You Have Questions About Teeth Whitening?
Patients often approach us about the brightness of their smile. We understand that most people prefer to have a brighter smile, this can improve confidence and help you make a great a first impression. In order to remove discoloration, we offer two different forms of teeth whitening. Do you have questions about our teeth whitening options? Which one is right for you?
Are You Pregnant? Consider Some Dental Care Suggestions!
When you find out that you’re pregnant, you might be prepared for a lot of things. However, figuring out what to do with your dental care might not be one of them! If you’re unsure about how to proceed, we would like to share some relieving information: You’re pretty much going to be doing what you usually do for your oral health. Of course, we have some suggestions for additional protection and to make your life easier!
Limited Time Special Offer!
Do you assume a cleaning and checkup isn’t going to work with your budget, so you continue to avoid the dental services that you need? If so, we encourage you to take a moment to consider a special offer for dental care that you can currently rely on to get your oral health back on track! Remember, if you are interested in protecting your smile, you have options! We accept dental insurance and offer financing options to ensure you can come in when you need to. As for our current special, let’s cover the highlights.
Dental Care: 2 Things You Should Not Do
For the most part, patients have a clear idea about what they should and should not do for their smiles. You should brush and floss, you should come in for visits, you should ask us dental hygiene questions. You shouldn’t eat a lot of sugar, you shouldn’t go to bed without brushing your teeth, and you shouldn’t skip flossing. Unfortunately, there are a few areas of home care that can lead to a little bit of confusion (and some serious side effects). Rather than worrying that you might fall into one of these traps, rest assured: We are happy to explain, so you’re doing the most you can for your oral health.