Patients often think that as long as they eventually treat periodontal disease, they will be just fine. Unfortunately, there are some significant and pressing reasons we suggest you seek periodontal treatment the very moment you recognize something is not quite right with your gums. By getting to know these concerns, you will feel more motivated to… Read more »
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Dental Floss: Common Questions
How much do you really know about the dental floss you are using to clean your teeth? Are you certain that you’re making the best decision regarding your flossing habits, so you are making the most of your preventive care at home? Don’t worry – you are not supposed to magically know this information…. Read more »
When Is It Time For A Visit?
Deciding when to pick up the phone and call us to schedule your visit is often something that can cause hesitation. For instance, some patients are unsure when to schedule preventive care visits and how often. Others wonder how long they should allow a toothache to bother them before scheduling an appointment. Rather than leaving… Read more »
Compelling Reasons To Schedule Checkups
Do you typically follow our suggestions for your oral health but you are having a hard time feeling motivated to schedule your dental checkup? We often come across patients who are dedicated to their home dental hygiene but are not quite clear about what makes scheduling preventive visits so important. We encourage you to consider some… Read more »
Preventing Misalignment Problems
Have you been thinking about the fact that your smile is not quite as straight as you would like? Perhaps beyond wishing for a more uniform grin, you suffer from daily discomfort or difficulty with simple tasks like easily closing your top and bottom teeth together. The spectrum of misalignment concerns is broad, ranging from… Read more »
Bad Breath? No Problem.
Have you become worried lately because your bad breath is lingering? If you’ve already made all of the obvious attempts that you can think of to rectify the situation and that not-so-fresh odor is still hanging about, we suggest that you become familiar with why it’s happening – and what to do. The good news… Read more »
Preventive Dentistry Lightning Round
Have you ever brushed your teeth and wondered if you were doing it right? Perhaps you bought a new toothbrush and momentarily wondered if you should have chosen something else. Whatever the case, we are well aware that staying on top of all of the details associated with preventive dentistry can feel a tiny bit… Read more »
Steps To Keep Your Smile Healthy
By the time you’re done walking through the dental hygiene aisle and thinking about scheduling your next preventive dentistry visit, you may feel a little bit overwhelmed. After all – why should it be so hard to keep your smile in good shape? True, there are a lot of products out there and interesting options…. Read more »
Fluoride Treatments: Q&A
How much do you know about fluoride treatments? Are you under the impression that they are specifically for young children but completely inappropriate for adults? Perhaps you’re not sure why they exist at all, which makes it difficult for you to say “yes” or “no” during your child’s dental appointment. The good news is that… Read more »
FAQs About Dental Sealants
Perhaps upon learning about the benefits of dental sealants for your child’s smile, you instantly become enamored with this exceptional preventive treatment. However, with instant excitement sometimes comes a drop-off period when reality sets in and you recognize you have a bunch of questions that you need answered before you can commit to a particular procedure…. Read more »
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