Category: General Dentistry

Want To Try An Electric Toothbrush?

Did you wake up one day with the desire to try an electric toothbrush for your oral health? It’s only natural! You likely see advertisements for them, hear about their benefits, and probably pass by a display of them when you’re at the drugstore. If your curiosity is getting the better of you but you… Read more »

Choosing The Right Dental Floss

There’s not necessarily a right or wrong dental floss. However, there is a better and then not-so-great floss for your particular dental hygiene needs. As a result, it’s good to become familiar with your options and how to make a selection, so you can ensure your smile is as healthy as possible. Just take a… Read more »

3 Tips For Successful Brushing

Are you feeling quite powerful as you’re wielding your toothbrush in hand, controlling the fate of your smile? Well, this is a good thing if you are interested in practicing top-notch dental hygiene that will keep your smile healthy for years to come. However, if you are missing a few key recommendations for experiencing successful… Read more »

What Does Sensitivity Mean?

Oh no! You feel a quick jolt of discomfort in your tooth – what can it mean? Understandably, dealing with any type of sudden sensitivity can result in some serious concern. Your smile that you once paid little attention to (except for remembering to brush, floss, etc.) suddenly has you thinking something serious must be… Read more »

Q&A: Is Your Oral Health A Priority?

Are you tired of feeling guilty about neglecting your oral health because dental care is something you know you are “supposed to do?” However, you don’t really know whether it makes a difference, so you need a bit of motivational advice? Let’s explore the idea of making your smile your priority with a helpful Q&A session.

Gum Disease: Who Is At Risk?

Are you under the impression that certain people are at risk for gum disease but others are not? The truth is that every single person is vulnerable to this problem. However, some are more predisposed to the development of periodontal concerns than others. Before we go any further, let’s make one important distinction: No matter… Read more »

The Number 2 And Your Oral Health

When it comes to cavities and other oral health concerns like gum disease, patients often fail to realize how easy it is to avoid such problems. Unfortunately, they also commonly overlook how easy it is to develop them. In addition to providing you with a bit of enlightenment regarding how things can go poorly –… Read more »

3 Reasons To Floss Daily

Do you feel totally committed to your daily brushing? How about your flossing? Do you feel the desire to skip this dental hygiene step on occasion? Perhaps you rarely floss! While we understand that once you’re finished brushing your teeth, you have more exciting things to do with your time, flossing is extremely important. We encourage… Read more »

Buying An Effective Toothbrush

If you purchase a toothbrush that is not quite right for your needs, you may find that you don’t experience the results you want: A healthy smile free of problems like gingivitis and cavities. Unfortunately, even if you’re following all of the suggested recommendations for dental hygiene, your brush may hold you back. Rather than… Read more »

What To Expect During A Dental Exam

Some people become fearful when it is time for their annual physician’s exam, but there is no need to be fearful of a dental exam. Dental exams and cleanings are preventive measures to keep your teeth, jawbone, and oral tissues healthy. Allyour bodily systems are connected so the healthier your mouth, the healthier your body…. Read more »