Why do we fear dental procedures? Nearly 75% of the population suffers from dental phobia, which can create problems. Fortunately there are things you can do to help mitigate the fear that might make it difficult to go in for your next appointment. Fear of the dentist leads to neglectful dental care which can contribute…
Smiles happen when we’re in a good mood, like when we laugh or hear something funny. When someone doesn’t smile, that’s a sign to their friends and family to step in. Friendships that last A hand across the mouth can be a way to hide emotional pain. You should be proud of your smile. You…
A Dentist You Can Trust Alleviates Dental Phobia It’s no secret that the majority of people feel a sense of fear or anxiety when they think of going to the dentist. Fear of dentists, or dental phobia, will ultimately undermine your best efforts to strive for good oral health. If you experience fear of dentistry…
Previous studies have shown that adults who have deep cleaning, also known as tooth scaling, may be less likely to have heart disease leading to heart attacks or stroke. You may be brushing and flossing, but your hygienist can see plaque buildup beyond that which you may see in the mirror. Deep Cleaning removes Harmful…
It’s true! You can experience improved health through good oral health. Once you begin to practice good oral health habits, a healthier you will emerge. The ‘How-To’ to Improved Health The first order of business is to visit your dentist. An oral health check-up will reveal a lot about your overall health. Your dentist can…
Scientific studies reveal that most adults smile, on average, only 20 times per day whereas children smile up to almost 400 times per day. Studies also prove that a smile can stimulate good health, success and, of course, happiness. If you can realize the difference in energy of an adult that smiles only 20 times…
Scientific studies reveal that most adults smile, on average, only 20 times per day whereas children smile up to almost 400 times per day. Studies also prove that a smile can stimulate good health, success and, of course, happiness. If you can realize the difference in energy of an adult that smiles only 20 times…
Scientific studies reveal that most adults smile, on average, only 20 times per day whereas children smile up to almost 400 times per day. Studies also prove that a smile can stimulate good health, success and, of course, happiness. If you can realize the difference in energy of an adult that smiles only 20 times…
Spring Cleaning for Preventive Care Yes, it’s spring-cleaning time. The time we clean our windows, draperies, carpets and ready our yards for planting and BBQ. But, what about getting our teeth ready for all the foods and beverages we’re about to eat? It’s called preventive care and you can think of it as spring cleaning…
Welcome to the Oral Fitness challenge. This challenge has only one contestant. You! If you have swollen gums, bleeding gums, chipped teeth, or loose or missing teeth, you need to join the oral fitness challenge for your health. Yes, having oral health fitness is important to the fitness of your entire body and mind. If…