Is Wintertime Busy Time? Plan Ahead!

We are just entering October, which means many exciting moments rest just ahead of us! There’s Halloween at the end of the month, Thanksgiving to look forward to, then a myriad of holidays in December. If you have kids, a lot of family, an active social life, etc., then wintertime is a very busy time for you. As a result, it may be very easy to get sidetracked by the hustle and bustle, while you forget all about your smile care! Good news: We can help you plan ahead for dental care, so this doesn’t happen.

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Preventive Tips For Kid Care

We know that getting through the day with kids of any age means lots and lots of details, a ton of energy on your part, and a lot of hope that you’re getting everything done well. When it comes to the oral health of your kids, it can be easy to become uncertain regarding children’s treatments, things you should or should not be doing, and how to keep up with dental hygiene. Fortunately, we have some easy-to-adhere-to tips that will get you headed in the right direction.

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Planning On Veneers? Not So Fast!

Yes! Of course. If you are a wonderful candidate for porcelain veneers and they will guide you toward the finished product of your dreams, then we will encourage you to move ahead with this treatment when you’re ready. However, if it turns out that while you love the potential benefits of veneers, you can achieve your goals through other means, we might urge you to take a moment, step back, look through your options, and then make a final decision. Learn more about why this could be the case.

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Dental Care: Why Do I Have To…?

When patients take the time to ask us questions during dental checkups, they often begin with, “Why do I have to…” which we completely understand. When you’re under the impression that you must do particular things to keep your oral health safe, you like to know you’re not wasting your time and you like to know how the details benefit you. We are always happy to explain! Let’s get the party started with some very common inquiries we receive.

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Quiz: How Well Do You Know Dental Crowns Benefits?

You might know that a dental crown is a beneficial option for your tooth when something goes wrong. You may also know that this is generally the suggestion you will receive when a filling is just not going to cut it (such as when you’re dealing with serious tooth decay). However, that does not necessarily suggest you are knowledgeable regarding the many benefits you can expect. Interested in learning more? A quiz is an easy, informational way to get started.

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Electric Toothbrush: Pros And Cons!

How many times have you wondered if you should be using an electric toothbrush? Perhaps you’ve seen television commercials in which a couple is using their special electric brushes together? Do you wonder if maybe this is one of those milestones that means you’ve graduated to some very mature level of dental hygiene? The truth is, this technology can benefit just about everyone. However, it’s not always necessary. To help you make your choice, we offer pros and cons to consider.

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Let’s Talk: The Importance Of Your Dental Cleanings

If you’ve ever come in to see us, then you know your dental cleanings are very important. Well, you know that we have told you that they are very important but that doesn’t necessarily mean you have a firm grasp on why this is the case. We understand that in order to adopt this outlook you may be seeking out details that support the fact that your preventive cleanings are so very significant. Not surprisingly, we are ready with information on hand!

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“Better Than” Tips For Oral Health

Do you know if you’re doing right by your smile? Do you assume that if you’re doing something that isn’t exactly in line with our suggestions for good oral health then you might as well not even try? We understand that when you’re thinking about dental care, it often seems like a very black and white world. However, there is most certainly quite a big grey area! When you’re faced with two not-so-great options, it’s actually possible to pick the better of the two. Not to worry! We can help you with the details, which just might offer you the clarity you’ve been needing.

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