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How Often Should I Floss, Really?
Flossing is an important part of maintaining a good oral hygiene routine. Yet, many people are unsure how often they should do it. And the recommended advice from dental professionals can vary, too, leaving the oral-hygienically inclined unsure as to how, and when, to proceed. The answer is simple — and the benefits are clear … Continue reading How Often Should I Floss, Really?
How Often Should You See a Dentist?
Annually? Twice a year? Every five years? Once a decade? As one million Americans already don’t pay a visit to their dentists each year, it calls into question the question, “Just how often should you see your dentist?”. It’s highly recommended to visit the dentist at least twice a year. This frequency allows your hygienist … Continue reading How Often Should You See a Dentist?
5 Tips for Encouraging Kids Who Are Scared to Go to the Dentist
Ensuring your child knows that going to the dentist is easy and safe goes a long way towards helping them feel comfortable and look forward to their dental visits. Read on for some tips to help make future dental appointments for your child a breeze.
Why braces?
The number one reason most patients choose to straighten their teeth is appearance. Orthodontic treatment not only improve the appearance of your teeth, it improves tooth alignment and occlusion, decreasing the risk of dental problems such as tooth decay, gum disease and TMD. Orthodontic treatment is minimally invasive and with new techniques and technologies, there … Continue reading Why braces?
Teeth Whitening
How does it work? The active whitening ingredient is either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. Oxygen molecules from the whitening agent penetrates through the enamel and reacts with the discolored molecules. This breaks the bonds leaving behind a whiter, brighter smile. Is it safe? Yes! Teeth whitening does not effect to tooth's hardness or integrity. … Continue reading Teeth Whitening
Activated charcoal toothpaste….is it safe?
Activated charcoal toothpaste is the latest trendy way to whiten your teeth, prompting some of our patients to ask whether or not it is safe to use. Activated charcoal has been used as a trusted medical treatment for over 2,000 years. The porous nature of activated charcoal helps absorb anything in it's path. It’s been … Continue reading Activated charcoal toothpaste….is it safe?