As long as you brush your teeth twice a day and remember to floss, you may think there’s no reason to visit the dentist. Wrong! Just because you’re keeping up with your at-home dental hygiene routine and not experiencing a toothache doesn’t mean you should be skipping your twice-yearly dental check-ups and cleanings. Appointments with… Read more »
Category: Dental Checkup
8 Easy Ways to Prevent Tooth Decay & Gum Disease
Tooth decay and gum disease are the most prevalent dental diseases amongst both children and adults. They are also two of the most easily prevented diseases. Tooth decay starts with the erosion of your tooth enamel and leads to holes in your teeth, called cavities. If left untreated, these cavities worsen and the entire tooth… Read more »
Do you Know the Right Type of Floss to Buy?
Dental self-care products are sometimes overwhelming. Sure, it’s great to have so many options, but sometimes too many choices can leave you feeling confused. Just because you’ve seen commercials for one brand, does that make it the best? Should you go by a friend’s recommendation? How about asking your dentist? No matter who you speak… Read more »
Pella Dentist on Treating TMJ Earaches
Do you suffer from chronic earaches? If you have persistent ear pain, you may need to see your Pella dentist. Many people suffer from constant ear and headaches might be experiencing symptoms of a common, and painful, dental problem. TMJ disorder causes a popping in the jaw and make eating and talking difficult. This issue… Read more »
Eliminate Bad Breath with Your Pella Dentist
For most, bad breath is a temporary, infrequent problem. For others, it can be caused by health issues, making breath smell unpleasant often. If you’re from either camp, the holidays are some of the worst times to experience bad breath. Being close to family and friends may be the ultimate goal this time of year,… Read more »
Pella Family Dentist: Cranberries Benefit Teeth
The time for giving thanks sneaks into existence this week. Although time rapidly burned away in 2012, new research might make the whole year worthwhile. Now begins the time when families travel miles and miles to see old friends and relatives to share in a holiday feast. A study from the University of Rochester indicates… Read more »