Posts Tagged ‘dentist’
Making Dental Visits Easy for Kids
With your help, dental visits can be a positive – even fun – experience for your kids. Our staff will spend a lot of time with your kids to help them feel comfortable and understand what they can expect. You can help us make their next visit a successful one by working with us…
Read MoreClick, Pop, It Won’t Stop!
Does your jaw ever click, pop or grind while you’re eating, talking or yawning? While this may not feel like a serious condition, it’s usually caused by problems with the temporomandibular joint. If left untreated, this can develop into a painful and occasionally debilitating disorder known as temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD. TMD can cause…
Read MorePuberty Causes Swollen Gums
Puberty is a fact of life where a child’s body matures and becomes capable of reproduction. It is during this time that hair sprouts up in unusual places, voices drop, girls start menstruating and smiles can become plagued with swollen gums that are more sensitive to dental plaque and at greater risk for dental problems.…
Read MoreDental Care Checklist for Seniors
þ Keep up your regular dental visits. Hopefully, you’ve had a lifetime of professional dental care. Don’t stop now! Just as these years might motivate you to take special care of your overall health, it’s a good idea to give your teeth some extra attention, too. That means visiting your dentist regularly and practicing good oral…
Read MoreCan Teenagers Get Gum Disease?
Gum disease might seem like something only adults get, but the truth is it affects people of all ages. In fact, TeenHealth.com reports that 60 percent of 15-year-olds have gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease. Other studies show that teenage girls may be even more vulnerable to gum disease because of hormonal changes. This is…
Read MorePreventive Dentistry Starts at Home
Preventive dental care begins with you. While professional cleanings and checkups are essential, your daily habits play the biggest role in protecting your smile and preventing costly dental problems. A strong home care routine, combined with healthy lifestyle choices, is your best defense against tooth decay and gum disease. Oral Hygiene Brushing and flossing regularly…
Read MoreDental Care Checklist for Adults
Don’t let dental visits slide! Adult life can sometimes be a juggling act and it may feel like you just can’t find the time for a dental visit. But making time for regular dental visits now can help keep you out of the dental office in the future. Brush and floss daily, even if it’s late. You’ve…
Read More5 Clues Your Child Is not Brushing
1. The toothbrush is dry. It’s tough to keep the toothbrush dry if you’re actually brushing! Make sure to check your child’s toothbrush every day (and night ) – before it has time to dry. 2. You can still see food particles. After your child has brushed, ask for a smile. If you can still see…
Read MoreCoronavirus Safety Protocols
We want to reassure you that we continue to make every effort to ensure the safety of our patients and staff. Our dental office always has been – and will continue to be – one of the safest places to be. Our team members strictly adhere to, and exceed the standards for, infection control by…
Read MoreDental Checklist for Infants
1. Schedule a Dental Visit by Age 1 Your child should see a dentist by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth erupting. Early visits help build comfort with dental care and allow your dentist to catch any early concerns. 2. Clean Your Baby’s Gums Before the first tooth even appears,…
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