What’s Your Bathroom Setup Like?

questionmarkblueDon’t worry, we’re not asking whether your bathroom is spotless at this very moment! What we are interested in is helping you discover whether you’ve got your personal dental hygiene station set up in a way that is organized and accessible, so you can easily care for your smile. Or, if you are dealing with a bit of a mess that you don’t even realize is making it difficult to feel confident regarding brushing and flossing. Let’s help you out by asking some important questions.

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Should You Visit Us?: True Or False Quiz

quizgreenDo you sometimes wonder if your need or want is something that warrants scheduling a dental visit with us? Maybe you want to come in but you are afraid we will tell you it was a wasted trip. To begin, even if it turns out your visit ends with us saying, “Congratulations, everything is just fine!” it is still worth coming in. Even if you’re just beginning to think about cosmetic care but it’s new territory for you, we are happy to talk with you about it. Learn more about how this works with a quiz!

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Dental Checkups: Questions And Answers

dentalcheckupDo you have an appointment scheduled with us for a dental checkup, which makes you feel like you’re doing the right thing for your smile? While you know that this is what you are “supposed to do” for your oral health, is there still some part of you that is wondering why dental exams are so important and how exactly they benefit you in reality? Get some of your questions answered with our Q&A on the topic.

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Q&A: Do I Need An Extraction?

qaskyFinding out that you need a tooth extraction isn’t always the most exciting moment. However, it’s one that you can feel quite optimistic about when you recognize its benefits. A tooth that is extremely diseased, broken, or suffering from other concerns is one that can lead to serious oral health complications. Fortunately, we can remove the tooth, replace it if necessary, and restore your smile back to exceptional health. Sounds good, right? Find out more from our Q&A session.

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Festa Italiana Event

eventpushpinsWhen you hear the words “food” and “event” are you immediately ready to attend? If so, you won’t want to miss this upcoming local event, which is offering foodies a delightful way to indulge in the celebration of Mediterranean Weekend.

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Defining And Dealing With: Malocclusion

womancoveringmouthWhen you are dealing with a smile that is not well aligned, you may find yourself coming in for a visit to find out what you should do. Is it important to make improvements to this oral health concern? Is it really a concern at all? As you explore this topic with us, you will hear us discuss your malocclusion and the potential downfalls to ignoring it, the ways we can help treat it, and more. To introduce you to this topic, we encourage you to begin with a definition and to learn more about how to move forward.

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Dental Bridges: Everything You Need To Know

dentalbridgepinkAs you learn about different tooth replacement options, you will quickly discover that there is a ton of information to be soaked up. However, before you become too entrenched in the details of each, it’s a good idea to get your feet wet with a general introduction. Are you finding that you are leaning toward choosing a dental bridge but the essentials remain foreign to you? No problem! We are so happy to give you a quick run down on the facts you need to get started.

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Making A Wonderful Brush Selection

toothbrushblondewomanDo you know the best toothbrush on the market? Are you under the impression that if you could only find the brush, your dental hygiene problems would be solved? It’s significant to note that while there isn’t one particular brush out there that will act like a magic wand for everyone, there are some extremely helpful guidelines for finding a gem. Remember that the specifications all support one thing: Effective plaque removal. Now, for some informative advice.

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3 Hidden Smile Dangers

3balloonredThere are many times that we meet with patients who think they are making good decisions for continued oral health. Unfortunately, it’s common to find that something which logically seems like a smart choice is actually a hidden danger. For instance, certain foods that may benefit your body (thanks to optimal nutrient content) can damage your smile due to their acidity. Let’s examine a few frequent dangers, so you start to get the hang of how to make good selections.

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Your Questions: Tooth Infections

questionmarkswhiteWhen you discover that you need root canal treatment for a tooth infection, one of two things might happen. Number one, you may think to yourself, “Thank goodness! Now my tooth will finally feel better!” Or, number two, you may think to yourself, “What? But my tooth doesn’t even hurt!” As you can see, an infection is not something that is necessarily easy to identify all by yourself. This can lead patients to ask a variety of common questions, which we are happy to answer today!

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