If you are like most patients, you are starting to get a pretty good grip on how to best brush your smile. You know that it’s important not to use the same toothbrush for a period of longer than three months, you’re figuring out which toothpaste you really like, and you’re getting yourself on a consistent dental hygiene schedule. However, have you ever wondered if you’re doing the right thing once you’re done brushing? What happens after your teeth and gums are nice and clean? Consider a couple tips.
Protect Your Smile With Water
You have likely heard multiple times in your life that water is good for you. Did you know that water is good – no, great – for your smile, as well? What’s interesting is that drinking water on a daily basis can positively affect your oral health in more than one way. While it’s perfectly acceptable to drink other beverages (provided you remember your smile will need a rinse and brushing to protect it from tooth decay), selecting water always benefits your teeth and gums. Consider a couple ways water protects you.
Benefits Of Dental Implants
Are you thinking a lot about which tooth replacement solution is the best selection for your needs lately? If you have one spot – or several open spots – in your smile, you may be feeling a bit of pressure to make a choice and complete your grin for a long list of reasons. If you are feeling most drawn to the idea of choosing dental implants, we encourage you to become more familiar with their benefits (of which there are many). Then, simply schedule time for an implant consultation with us, so we can get the ball rolling.
Jawbone Grafting 101
Are you curious about what to make of bone grafting? Have you been considering dental implants for your smile but you have been alerted that you may require grafting before you are eligible to receive implants? Don’t worry – feeling uncertain or hesitant about this oral surgery treatment is easy to overcome as you become familiar with the details. Rest assured, we will provide you with a complete explanation of what to expect during your next visit.
How Well Do You Know Plaque?
Do you think you know all you need to know about plaque? Are you sure about the best way to keep it off of your teeth? Do you know what happens if you don’t brush your teeth for a day or two? If you are unsure whether you are fully informed regarding the details of this nemesis of optimal oral health, we suggest you take a stroll through a brief quiz. You may find that there’s a lot left to learn about plaque (a few details of which you may pick up as you test your current knowledge).
How You Should Floss
How much do you know about how you should be flossing? Have you been flossing the same way for most of your life, so you don’t give it too much thought? If you have experienced any hygiene-relates issues, such as tooth decay or gingivitis, it might be time to give your flossing method a quick once over. We will provide you with helpful and simple-to-follow details regarding the best practices for this part of your preventive care at home.
An Evening With Sophia Loren
If you are a fan of classic films, then chances are good you have spent time watching in awe as Sophia Loren graced the screen in favorites like Two Women and Marriage Italian Style. Having acted since 1950, Loren often leaves fans wondering about the journey of such a Hollywood star. If you happen to admire her, this might be your one and only chance for a personal account of her tale. Don’t forget to buy tickets to this upcoming event!
Crowns: 3 Common Reasons You Need One
Do you know why you need a dental crown? Are you not in need of one just yet but you have long been a little fuzzy regarding the details? In some instances, we discover that patients who are completely fine with the idea of a filling feel resistant to crowns simply because they are unsure about why an individual might need one. Allow us to fill you in a bit regarding the purpose of this prosthetic, hollow tooth. As a result, you can begin feeling optimistic about being able to restore your oral health with a crown if the time comes you need one.
3 Good Things About Tooth-Colored Fillings
Are you trying to figure out what to make of your upcoming filling? You know that you require a restorative treatment because you have a cavity in your tooth. However, you may find yourself wondering if this is the same as any other type of dental filling. Fortunately, this restoration is different from those of the past (namely metal fillings). As a result, we offer you a few benefits of tooth-colored fillings to take into consideration – they are sure to make you smile.
Flea Style Event
Have you long been known as an enthusiast of flea markets – someone who comes upon great finds that others tend to envy? If you happen to have a penchant for all things flea-related (minus the insects, of course), you will be overwhelmed with excitement when you learn of this upcoming event headed to your town!