Fancy Dental Terms For Things You Know

There’s a lot of stuff you probably know about your smile. So much so that you might begin feeling quite good about your knowledge you’ve accumulate thus far. That is, until you’re around a dental team for just a matter of moments and you realize there are some clinical terms that you’ve never heard of before. Good news: You probably really do know a significant amount about your oral health! You just haven’t been introduced to some particular terminology yet (and we are happy to help).

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2 Things You Shouldn’t Do

You know all about the things you should do for your oral health. You should care for your smile by remaining dedicated to your dental hygiene. You should come show us your smile two times a year, so we can help you keep that grin safe with cleanings and checkups. However, you may occasionally get some ideas that seem brilliant at the time but that can actually put your smile at risk. We suggest you take a couple things we have heard over the years into consideration and choose to avoid them, so you’re not accidentally putting yourself in harm’s way.

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Some Important Toothpaste Tidbits

You might find that your questions about toothpaste tend to grow and grow. At first, you assume you just need a few questions answered but then another inquiry pops into your mind. It happens to be the stuff you’re using on your smile every day (two times a day) to make sure your oral health remains in optimal condition, so asking questions is a good thing! Bring up your thoughts during visits (and get started with some helpful tidbits right now).

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Q&A: Why Treat TMJ Disorder?

If you come to us with TMJ disorder (TMD) then we are going to suggest TMD treatment right away. You might wonder why we suggest you act with urgency. You may even decide that you can probably wait a while. To help you understand with more clarity why we suggest treatment as soon as possible, we are glad to provide you with helpful answers to some very common questions. Remember: Our goal is always to protect your oral health and to help you avoid damage.

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VOW 2017 Bridal Show

Are you planning a spring wedding? Are you planning for another season? Perhaps you are helping a friend plan her special day. Whatever the case, you will be smiling from ear to ear when you attend the VOW 2017 Bridal Show. It’s pretty much everything you could ever hope for in the way of prepping for the wedding of the century!

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Are Dental Implants Difficult To Care For?

The immediate answer to your question, are dental implants difficult to care for, is, “Nope!” While this may sound well and good, you were likely hoping for just a little bit more information, so you can feel extremely confident about moving ahead with implants. After all, once they are in place they will probably be there for the rest of your life, which means having some understanding of what maintenance will require would be fantastic. We’d love to share the intricacies of care with you, so you continue to feel positive about this adventure.

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Aches And Pains: What’s The Deal?

Sometimes, aches and pains can occur in your mouth and the surrounding tissues. Unfortunately, this can cause you to feel very uneasy. Many patients assume something very serious is wrong and end up feeling anxious even though the issue is generally easy to treat and explain. To help you understand more about why you’re getting toothaches, jaw aches, and headaches (and what to do to protect your oral health and regain comfort), we suggest you take in our helpful advice. Then, call our practice to set up a dental checkup!

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Dental Care With Us: An Up-Close Look

What can you expect when you become a patient at our dental practice, you may wonder? Well, there’s an awful lot of ground to cover! First and foremost, we provide gentle, compassionate dental care (that happens to include a surprisingly long, comprehensive list of treatment options). You can also expect the latest in dental technology and a beautiful, relaxing environment. Learn more, so you can gain a comfort level in advance of your first visit.

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Helpful Info For New Patients

When you’re just getting started as a new patient at our dental practice, you’ll be happy to learn that we make the experience as smooth and easy as possible. While there’s still a bit of paperwork to be filled out and questions for us to answer, getting everything sorted out will prove to be shockingly simple! So, consider a couple helpful suggestions to ensure showing up for your first visit feeling ready and relaxed is a breeze. (Of course, if you have additional questions, feel free to call!).

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