Today, we live in an age of information. It’s easier than ever to find advice and tips online concerning just about anything. But, is all that information reliable? Can you believe everything you read online?
Especially when it comes to health concerns, it’s important to make sure any information we use to make decisions about our care is actually true.
So, let’s look at some common dental myths and find out if they are based on fact or not.
(more…)Have you ever:
…hidden your smile in photographs?
…avoided a situation because you lack confidence in your appearance?
…wondered what’s involved in designing your dream smile?
…worried about asking your dentist about smile enhancements because of fear of expense or pain?
If you’ve answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re not alone! According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), 99.7% of adults believe a smile is an important social asset and 74% feel an unattractive smile could hinder career success. Clearly, a confident, beautiful smile is something to treasure!
(more…)We can’t blame you if you’re wondering, “how can I get straight teeth without braces?” Afterall, most of us don’t fancy the idea of having conspicuous unattractive metal braces covering our teeth! So, what is Invisalign and how does it work? Is Invisalign the right solution for you? Let’s find out.
Invisalign has become America’s #1 choice for discreet orthodontic treatment. If you want to straighten your smile but don’t want to wear braces, the perfect solution for you may be Invisalign! These transparent, custom-fit, nearly-invisible plastic aligners are used to straighten, align, and beautify your smile. The best part? People will hardly notice you are getting your teeth straightened!
(more…)In recent times there has actually been some controversy, is Flossing still important? Some professionals maintain that cleaning between teeth does nothing for overall oral health. However, the American Dental Association disagrees. They maintain that flossing actually cleans bio-particles that if left lodged between teeth will actually build into plaque in the long run. There are several other organizations that agree with them including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
According to these professionals, flossing once a day is the standard, preferably after every meal but at least once a day at night before you fall asleep. As a matter of fact, falling asleep overnight with the plaque in between your teeth is one of the main reasons that plaque will eventually harden into calculus or tartar. In the long run, this tartar can result into cavities and gum disease.
(more…)The New Year is here and now is a great time to address what are the best practices when it comes to your oral health. So as many of us are looking to start the year off to a healthy start, what are some concrete things we can do to include a healthy smile as part of your New Year goals. One of the first things to keep in mind is that most dental insurance will begin again at the beginning of the year. Make sure you are familiar with your plan and understand what your coverage actually consists of. Most plans offer two cleanings a year. The beginning of the year is when most people schedule their first cleaning coming off of the holidays. This is also a good time to have a general oral check up and to see where your oral health is at.
If you haven’t already, the beginning of the year is s good time to start incorporating healthy dental practices. We’ve all been told that one of the most important things we can do to prevent tooth decay is to floss and brush consistently. If you are not doing so currently, you should start. Flossing removes the bacteria that leads to tartar build up and gets in between those teeth that brushing misses.
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