When you think about the ways you can protect your dental health, some very common things probably spring to mind: You can brush, you can floss, you can rinse, you can avoid sugary things, and you can come in for your visits. However, you probably don’t immediately think, “Oh, I know! My cell phone protects […]
Category: General Dentistry
Calcium And Your Smile: 1,2,3 Details You Need
You have heard at least once in your lifetime (though it’s probably been thousands at this point) that calcium is an essential mineral for your body. Did you know that it’s extremely important for your oral health, too? To ensure you understand why you need it, where to get it, and more, we are happy […]
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Sores And Cuts: How To Avoid Making Them Worse
When you are dealing with some minor irritation in your mouth, such as a canker sore, abrasion, or small cut, you might find that eating is not as easy as it usually is. Instead, just the simple act of chewing may aggravate your wound, making it painful and frustrating to get through a snack or […]
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Can I Avoid An Extraction?
When you know that you may need a dental extraction, a simple question might pass through your head: “Can I ever avoid an extraction?” The answer isn’t a yes or no. Instead, it all depends on the particular circumstances and the path that leads you toward this final determination. To help you better understand whether […]
Ready For Your Cleaning?
Are you ready for your dental cleaning? Have you chosen a special outfit and remembered to check the date and time, so you don’t miss it? While the occasion certainly doesn’t require any sort of thoughtful wardrobe choices, it does actually require you to make some mindful decisions in other areas. Allow us to help […]
3 Things To Keep At Work
There’s always that one day when the unexpected happens at work. You eat a very garlic-heavy lunch and then end up having to meet with a client you hadn’t planned on sitting so close to. You get food stuck between your teeth and there’s no getting it out with your tongue. The fire alarm goes […]
Easter Candy: Suggestions To Keep Smiles Safe
When you think back to being a kid, you may remember consuming a basket full of candy with reckless abandon (and perhaps throughout what seemed like the entire day) once Easter rolled around. Now, whether you’re still indulging in these holiday treats or if you’re looking on as your child does so, your nostalgia includes […]
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Almonds: Amazing Or Dangerous For Your Teeth?
Every time you turn around, you’re hearing more and more about the health benefits of almonds. Are they really the superfood you keep hearing about? Or, are they something to avoid since they can find themselves on the “hard to bite into” list? The truth is, they are very beneficial for your oral health, as […]
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Tips For Spring Smile Health
It’s springtime, which is generally the time of year that gives us the motivation we need to start new projects, to get things organized, and to do so with a smile on our faces. The frigid weather has left and we can look forward to blossoming flowers and the sky’s the limit! From where we […]
Q&A: Dental Pain
Are you in pain at the moment? Are you fine but you’re curious about how pain plays a role in the status of your oral health? Perhaps you’re curious about what you should do if you experience some level of discomfort. For all your my-smile-does-feel-very-good questions and concerns, we are happy to help guide you […]
