The feeling you get when you’ve just had your teeth professionally cleaned is unlike anything else in life. There’s an unmistakable sensation that comes with having all of the plaque and buildup ousted from your mouth. If you run your tongue across the surfaces of your teeth, you can feel how slick they are. Even… Read more »
Category: General Dentistry
Helping Anxious Patients Receive The Dental Care They Need
Preventive dental care is important to your smile. Without effective treatment, you can face a greater risk for cavities and gum disease, and generally experience a lower degree of oral health care. Unfortunately, there are some individuals who experience dental anxiety, and struggle to attend dental checkups. Your dentist understands that dental anxiety is a… Read more »
Are You Ready for Trick-or-Treating?
Halloween is nearly here! The weather has turned chilly, decorations are up in front yards across the neighborhood, and pretty soon, costumed kiddies will be running rampant on the hunt for candy. There’s plenty to prepare for when it comes to Halloween, and trick-or-treating is a big part of the experience. Are you ready for… Read more »
Quiz: Why Are My Lips So Chapped?
It’s one thing to wake up in the morning with chapped lips and then to get the problem to resolve throughout the day. It’s quite another to find that you can’t seem to address the problem. Instead of ending up with a supple smile, you find yourself dealing with cracking and discomfort. The good news… Read more »
3 Reasons To Say No Way To Tobacco
How many reasons can you come up with to say no to tobacco? If you were to ask us this same question, we could certainly rattle off quite a lengthy collection of responses. However, for the sake of brevity and helping you remain informed on the important details associated with your oral health, we would… Read more »
2 Reasons You Should Align Your Smile
You might think that choosing Invisalign treatment is something you do only if you don’t like the way that your smile looks. It’s true that signing up for orthodontic care will certainly lead you toward a straight smile that you can feel proud to look at in the mirror and show off to the rest… Read more »
Your Checkup And Cleaning: How To Get Ready
Are you almost ready for your next dental checkup and cleaning? Did you already schedule it and it is quickly approaching? If so, we strongly encourage you to consider some helpful guidance regarding how to get ready for your visit. Rest assured, our suggestions are very simple and will help you enjoy the most relaxing,… Read more »
Do You Have Dry Mouth?
When you learn about dry mouth, you will quickly discover that the symptoms and definition are actually described in the simple name of the disorder. Your mouth will feel dry. Your lips may dry out and crack. The cause? Insufficient saliva. “What’s the big deal?” you might think to yourself. “It’s just a little dryness.”… Read more »
3 Things Causing Your Acid Erosion
Are you someone who is suffering from acid erosion? If you’re not sure what this is, we can break it down quite simply for you: When your teeth are exposed to acids, the enamel (outer layer of your teeth) are worn down over time. As the enamel is weakened, the strength and health of your… Read more »
2 Reasons You Shouldn’t Play Dentist
Of course, when you’re not a big fan of dental visits, if you struggle with any type of dental anxiety, if you worry about budget, or if you’re just incredibly busy, the idea of taking your dental care into your own hands can sound very attractive. Unfortunately, there’s quite a fine line that exists between… Read more »