Dental Health

Kids Looking Forward to Brushing?

2017-04-01T21:47:26+00:00June 25th, 2015|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , , |

Most kids love to have the latest electronic gadget AND most kids hate to brush their teeth. So...why not combine the two and get them an electronic toothbrush that they will look forward to using? We've got a kid friendly Summer Special going on right now for the fantastic Oral-B® PRO-HEALTH FOR ME® electric toothbrush.  For a limited [...]

Toothpaste Mouthwash Combo is the Perfect 1…2…PUNCH!

2017-04-01T21:50:30+00:00February 26th, 2015|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , |

Many people use toothpaste to take care of keeping teeth clean.  A much smaller number of people use mouth rinse along with it.  Studies show that using both toothpaste and mouthwash can be the ultimate combination to achieve the best oral hygiene. Do you wear a permanent lower retainer?  Permanent lower retainers bonded to teeth [...]

Are You Making Mistakes with Your Child’s Teeth?

2017-04-01T21:59:31+00:00February 10th, 2015|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , |

Got kiddos? Take a minute to read this article and find out if you are making mistakes with their dental care... 7 mistakes parents make with their kids’ teeth By Julie Revelant | Published February 08, 2015 | FoxNews.com You know regular brushing, a healthy diet and dental visits are some of the best ways [...]

How Often Should YOU See the Dentist?

2017-04-01T22:03:27+00:00January 10th, 2015|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , |

Here's an article that Dr. Holleron wanted to share. Do You Need to See a Dentist Twice a Year? Dental professionals recommend a teeth cleaning every six months. Some people can get by with less frequent visits to the dentist, others should consider going even more often. Dec. 29, 2014 12:58 p.m. ET | Angela [...]

Are You Ruining Your Teeth??

2017-04-01T22:17:43+00:00January 15th, 2014|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , , |

Great information from an article Dr. Holleron wanted to share... 7 Ways You're Ruining Your Teeth Karen Springen | www.goodhousekeeping.com You only get one set of choppers, and repair costs more than prevention. So be kind to your teeth. Here are some mistakes you may not know you're making. Brushing too hard - You only [...]

Michael Douglas and Oral Cancer

2017-04-01T22:37:34+00:00June 3rd, 2013|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , , , , |

We realize the subject matter of this article is of adult content; HOWEVER we feel this is a very important article to share with our patients. This is a perfect example of why the Oral Cancer Screening has become a crucial part of Dr. Holleron’s routine exam. Dr. Holleron has always provided a basic oral [...]

Surgeon General Say YES to Fluoride

2017-04-01T22:41:00+00:00April 24th, 2013|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , , |

The ADA recently published the following statement from the US Surgeon General regarding the much debated topic of fluoride in public water supplies. Here's what she had to say: April 22, 2013 Surgeon general endorses fluoridation Huntsville, Ala.—U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin, M.D., April 22 officially endorsed community water fluoridation as "one of the most [...]

Oral Cancer Screening… Yes We do!!

2017-04-01T22:44:25+00:00April 9th, 2013|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , |

April is Oral Cancer Awareness month and Consumer Reports recently published a controversial article that said that oral cancer screening is a medical test that is unnecessary and over-recommended for anyone but high risk patients. This article from the March 2013 issue was quickly reviewed and the ADA and Oral Cancer Foundation quickly responded with [...]

Hot Topic: Sleep Disordered Breathing

2017-04-01T22:47:19+00:00March 11th, 2013|Categories: Dental Health|Tags: , , , , |

Dr. Holleron found this article recently in the Texas Dental Journal from the UT Health Science Center on sleep apnea and oral appliances. Oral Appliance Therapy and CPAP Demonstrative Similar Improvements in Mild to Moderate Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment of sleep disorders is certainly a hot topic in dental and medical offices these days and [...]