Even your teeth deserve a New Year’s Resolution or two. Consider adding these dental health improvements to your goals for the New Year to improve your smile for 2013! You hear it over and over, but maybe this year is the year to make it happen…brush twice a day and floss once a day. Consistent [...]
When was the last time you visited the toothbrush aisle at the grocery store? The options are endless and it’s easy to get overwhelmed by brands, colors, sizes, textures…etc! Here are a few tips when it comes to choosing and using our favorite bathroom accessory. Obviously everyone needs to brush their teeth. Brushing teeth regularly [...]
The cooler weather is here, and with that patients often notice their skin especially on hands and lips is drier and more irritated. Here is a great article from the JADA on commonly seen irritations that happen in and around the mouth and how they can be treated. Common Oral Sores and Irritations Dr. Holleron [...]
Most dental offices see a wide array of dental issues come through their doors each day. According to the American Dental Association however, most of the reasons for patients to pick up the phone to call the dentist come from ten main symptoms. If you find yourself having any of these symptoms occur, be sure [...]
If you’ve never been told by your dentist or hygienist to improve your flossing, you are among a rare minority. It’s one of those hygiene habits that often gets pushed aside and forgotten by the masses and yet it’s one that can do your chopper so much good. Here are a few pointers to remind [...]
People today spend big bucks trying to maintain the perfect appearance. Whether it’s plastic surgery, hair extensions, or cosmetic treatments many of us are always looking for the next best way to improve our looks and the costs can be extreme. Whitening teeth can be another great way to brighten up your face, and you [...]
This Saturday is National Prescription Drug Takeback Day. This is a great way to safely dispose of old medications. Read the article below for the full scoop: National Prescription Drug Takeback Day
According to the American Dental Association, “the removal of amalgam restorations from the non-allergic patient for the alleged purpose of removing toxic substances from the body, when such treatment is performed solely at the recommendation of the dentist, it is improper and unethical.” To sum this up, there is no evidence that amalgam restorations (silver [...]
Before you fill your kiddos lunchbox, or fill your cup on the way out the door to work check out this information on what's in some of those drinks you and your children go for on a regular basis. Worst Back to School Beverages The things we eat and drink have direct impact on the [...]
When you come to the dental office you see a variety of staff from the front desk to the doctor. Ever wondered just who does what around the office? Well, here’s a little insight into the workings of the dental office. The front desk staff consists of an office manager and hygiene coordinator. These ladies [...]