You know that if you were to pick up a rock and bite into it, you’d break a tooth (which is why we suggest you avoid eating anything rock hard!). You know that if you accidentally run face first into something, you could end up with a broken tooth. However, did you realize there are some frequently overlooked ways you can cause this type of damage that might be very beneficial information for you to have? Review some potential culprits, so you can avoid them at all costs!
Flossing Your Smile: 3 Additional Benefits
You may know all about why you should use dental floss during dental hygiene. As we have certainly explained to you, it helps you remove the stuff that collects, hardens, and causes you to deal with unpleasant side effects like gingivitis and decay. If this isn’t quite enough to convince you to add flossing into your routine, then you may wish to consider three additional benefits that will remind you how powerful this portion of dental care really is for your smile!
Wisdom Teeth: Do They Have To Go?
You might find yourself under the impression that no matter what, wisdom teeth must be extracted. Then, one day, you wonder why this is the case. Perhaps you meet someone who has her third molars, who never had removal, and you marvel at this idea! Is it possible that some people require wisdom teeth removal, while others do not? How to determine who needs what? Fortunately, we can guide you through these details with great ease!
Why You Don’t Necessarily Need IV Sedation
When you think that dental sedation is something you would really like for yourself (or need, depending on the particular treatment), there may be part of you that wants to say, “Give me the IV sedation, doc! I want the strongest stuff you’ve got!” However, this is not necessarily the best approach or even necessary. We understand that when dental anxiety comes into play, your goal is to feel calm. Let’s talk about what to make of sedation and the level of relaxation you can achieve.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day
As we are well into the spring season, you may find that you’ve got some stuff in your house that you just can’t find a place for (as in, you want to throw it out but you just don’t know how to dispose of it in a way that’s safe!). Not to worry! Our community is ready to help you finish off your efforts in spring cleaning with Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day!
What To Remember: When You Don’t Want To Brush
If you think you are the only person who occasionally just doesn’t feel like brushing your teeth, think again! This is something we hear about frequently. We also field questions about what might happen if someone just stopped brushing altogether. While it may be tempting to skip, to sort-of brush, or to just give it up we remind you that there are some details to keep in mind regarding brushing and your oral health. If you’re not serious about your dental hygiene, then you may end up facing serious consequences!
Trust Your Chewing: See Us About Problems
There are those symptoms like uncomfortable chewing that can stop you in your tracks, leaving you wondering what on earth to do next. Should you just try to ignore the issue and continue on as usual, hoping the issue will resolve? Generally speaking, when you’re having trouble with the function of your smile, the best thing to do is to schedule a dental checkup with us right away. Whether it’s something very minor or something that requires our care, it’s always best to check in with us sooner than later.
Cinco De Mayo Parade
Why it’s not just any parade. It’s our town’s largest parade and it’s going to be packed full of a ton of fun! If you don’t have any plans set in stone just yet, then it may be time to jot down a reminder to visit the Cinco de Mayo Parade coming up quick!
Wisdom Teeth: Common Kid Care Questions
One day, your children have baby teeth that you look after. Then, they’re suddenly old enough to care for their own teeth. Next, they have permanent teeth that they’re keeping healthy. Suddenly, seemingly out of nowhere, a curveball shows up: You realize your kids who seem so much older and are nearly entering (or have entered) adulthood may need wisdom teeth removal! How to approach this time and handle it correctly, you wonder? Get started with our Q&A session!
Implant Placement: Offered At Our Practice!
You may wonder why it’s so exciting that we offer dental implant placement at our practice along with restorations to complete those implants. “Isn’t that how most practices do it?” you may think to yourself. As a matter of fact, many practices will refer you to an oral surgeon, who you will visit to have your implants placed. Then, once you’re ready for your crowns or other restorations, you will visit your general dentist again. Let’s talk about what you can expect from the way that we do things!
