A recent comedy skit entitled “Flossing: There will be Blood” was a reference to people who floss only two days before their dental visit. The joke was “your dentist always knows!”. The unfortunate truth is that when flossing produces blood, that is not a comedy. Why Flossing is so Important Flossing is the best way…
Yes, it’s going to be fall soon. The time we get clean our windows, draperies, carpets and ready our yards for winter. 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 fall approaches for your teeth.…
Summer is the time for fun with friends and family. Feeling free just goes along with the whole experience. Imagine having your dental independence from dental problems that prevent you from smiling? Freedom with Advanced Dentistry At White Oak Family Dental, the practice of advanced cosmetic and sedation dentistry eliminates a host of dental problems…
As more and more brands of toothpaste hit the shelves in stores, people find themselves wondering which toothpaste is best and what benefit a certain brand will bring. To simplify the choices, we will discuss the most common elements in all toothpaste and what they mean to you. The Basic Job of Toothpaste Toothpaste is…
Missing Teeth It may be fun around Halloween and carving up the pumpkin. Part of the pumpkin carving tradition is to carve triangular eyes and missing teeth. Missing teeth sure is fun on a pumpkin, but in real life missing teeth are no laughing matter. Complications of Missing Teeth In addition to the cosmetic effect…
Dry Mouth Syndrome Rather than a disease itself, dry mouth syndrome usually caused by disease or medications used to treat disease. Symptoms of Dry Mouth Syndrome The most common causes of dry mouth syndrome can be medications prescribed for the treatment of disease. If you are taking medications for blood pressure, diabetes, antihistamines, anti-inflammatory, or…
So many of us have dozens of albums of photos memorializing our past and the years of our children and grandchildren. When you look at those lifetime of smiles there is no doubt that they bring a smile to your face. Who can deny it? But when you smile, are you flashing a bright healthy…
It’s 2021 and you’ve reached a point in your life where you find yourself tired of living with tooth loss or ill-fitting dentures. Dental bridges or adhesive dentures are not convenient for your lifestyle, and you’ve decided it’s time to get a grip on better tooth replacement. Now is the time you need permanent implant…
Summer cookouts introduce sweets to the teeth. With BBQ sauces, sweetened refreshments, and the oh-so-loved ice cream, we need to be more diligent about keeping a healthy summer smile. Summer Treats for Summer Smiles When you bite into that scoop of ice cream, it may send chills of delight to your brain, but if chills…
The Dental Implant Solution Finding the right solution is always the best way to solve a problem. People with oral health problems that have resulted in loose or missing teeth should look to the dental implant solution for permanent and secure tooth replacement. The Need for The Dental Implant Solution Whether you need a single…