Earth Day is April 22, and it’s a great time to reflect on what we all can do to be a little kinder to this planet of ours. It may not have been your first thought, but there are actually some things you can do when it comes to your dental hygiene routine to be a little more earth-friendly. Read our blog post for tips!
Often times, when we go the dentist, we spend more time with the hygienist! This is because dental hygienists are highly skilled dental practitioners who are qualified to perform a number of duties. Read our blog post to learn about what dental hygienists do.
Oral care is most effective when done properly. Read our blog post to make sure you’re not making these five mistakes when caring for your teeth. If you are, we’ll help you correct them!
Halitosis: Sounds a bit like a mysterious disease, doesn’t it? Maybe you’re more familiar with it’s common name: bad breath! Read our blog post to learn what causes chronic bad breath and how it can be treated.
Have you ever been brushing your teeth and realized that your gums are bleeding? A little bit of blood on your toothbrush is not cause for concern, but if your gums are bleeding every day this could be a serious problem. Read our blog post where we explain why your gums might be bleeding and how you can improve your oral health.
Dry socket can be a painful outcome after having a procedure like a tooth extraction. Dry socket or alveolar osteitis is when the blood clot that covers your tooth moves and becomes dislodged. Read our blog post for ways to prevent this irritating side effect from happening.
It’s so easy to reach for a stick of minty flavored gum in case bad breath strikes. It probably never even crosses our minds that gum that’s made to freshen up your breath could possibly be bad for you. Read our blog post to find out what you should be looking for the next time you buy gum.
If you already buy organic produce, you might be considering buying organic personal care products too. Read Ashley Laird, DDS’s blog post to discover how organic toothpaste is different than conventional toothpaste. Ask our friendly team what toothpaste is best for you and your family!
Check out our blog post to discover how poor oral health can negatively affect your skin. Superb oral hygiene promotes healthy teeth and healthy skin. Contact our friendly office to schedule your next dental cleaning!
