Like seeing the Doctor, seeing your dentist is an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Dental care is self care, and seeing a dentist can be a relaxing experience that helps you smile brighter and healthier. So when should you see a dentist? Are you Experiencing Discomfort? Are you wondering what to do about temperature sensitivity? Do your teeth …
Does Whitening Toothpaste Really Work?
Everyone wants a brighter smile and there are many ways to achieve a more glittering first impression. Depending on each patient’s needs and situation they may choose in office whitening, or at home whitening kits. What seems like the easiest solution is to reach for the whitening toothpaste, but does whitening toothpaste really work and is it the best option …
Can You Disinfect Your Toothbrush?
In the current pandemic, we are trying to protect ourselves and our families from illness, and reinfection from illness. Part of this can mean disinfecting everyday items. So if you’re asking “Can you disinfect your toothbrush?” Here are some safety tips to keep your toothbrush clean during the time of COVID-19. 1. Isolate Your Personal Items If you’re showing any …
What Can I Do in a Dental Emergency?
What can I do in a dental emergency, since many dentists are closed due to the current pandemic? Here’s what you need to know to navigate dental care while following recommendations for COVID-19. Don’t Panic First of all, Dentists are offering urgent care services to dental patients if a dental emergency should arise. You can know what to do in …
3 Tips to Keep Up with Your Dental Hygiene While Under Quarantine
With the changes that come with COVID-19, it’s easy to get out of your day to day routine. During this time, people should take care of their mental health, physical health, boost their immune system, and practice habits that promote good dental hygiene. Here are a few helpful tips to remember while under quarantine. 1. Brushing twice a day Brushing …
How Lifestyle Affects Oral Health
Oral Health is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. It can affect your work life, relationships, and many other aspects of your lifestyle. But your lifestyle also affects oral health. Here are 5 ways you can improve your oral health by making healthy lifestyle choices! Avoid Unhealthy Beverages and Drink more Water Many delicious drinks we also love can …
Are Dental Cleanings Preventive Care?
We often hear that preventive care is important. Our insurance companies, doctor’s offices, magazines, articles all tout preventive care. But what is preventive care for dental health? And how often do you need things like dental cleanings and x-rays? These are important questions that must be answered to ensure that your oral health is the best it can be! What …
Dental Care Can Be Self Care
The first thing people notice about you is your smile! It radiates your personality and your joy. It expresses who you are. It is one of the first things that you can prioritize as you establish self care routines. But it is also one of the easiest to accomplish every day. Dental care can be self care, so you can …
The Benefits of Braces
You probably know a fair number of people with braces on their teeth. But these people are older than you would think. More than 4 million Americans are already wearing braces, and one quarter of them are adults according to recent reports. What do braces do? Braces can straighten teeth in a number of different ways. First they can straighten misaligned teeth. Second, …
New Year’s Resolution: Get A Dental Checkup and Cleaning!
Health is often the biggest priority for many people as they begin the new year. Although this is usually related to weight loss or the breaking of bad habits, perhaps this year you should consider your dental health. There are so many benefits to taking charge of your dental health. For one, it can have a large impact on your …