What would you say if someone told you there was a simple way to prevent cavities? What if you learned that it is relatively inexpensive and takes less than 1 minute? The good news is that there is! Fluoride treatments after dental cleanings have been shown to prevent future decay by up to 60%. That…
It’s that time of year again! Summer is coming to a close and kids are heading back to school. The hot Raleigh heat is slowly starting to melt away. Before we know it, the year will be over. For those with dental insurance, it is time to renew, change plans, and begin thinking about remaining…
Maintaining good oral hygiene while in braces is difficult. However, it is imperative to take the extra time to care for your teeth while in braces. Failure to do so results in tooth decay as well as inflammation and problems with gum tissue and sometimes bone loss. Let’s look at some tools available to help…
Some oral health concerns are fairly common over the age of 60. However, if you adopt a proactive mindset and educate yourself, these concerns do not have to be common for you. Anticipating and recognizing changes in your mouth can help you be on top of your health in this area, so let’s take a…
The techniques used for brushing depends on the type of toothbrushes patients use. Let’s look at different brushing techniques recommended with manual and electric toothbrushes. Electric Toothbrush Electric toothbrushes are clinically proven to remove more bacteria from our teeth than manual brushing. We are unable to duplicate the motion of the electric toothbrushes’ bristles with…
Do you wonder what your dentist is referring to when he or she is discussing different parts of your teeth? Teeth are made up of multiple layers. These layers differ depending on the parts of the teeth. Let’s look at the basics of tooth anatomy to help better understand the parts of your teeth. Enamel…
Importance of Athletic Mouth Guards If you’re involved in any sort of sport activity where contact with another player-or the ground-is possible, you’ll want to ask your dentist about obtaining a custom-made mouth guard. Such mouth guards are affordable and last several years with good care. They are your first line of defense when it…
When life gets busy or money gets tight, it is easy to put off dental hygiene appointments. Many patients view these appointments as “just a cleaning.” Conversely, your appointment with your dental hygienist is much more than that! A dental hygienist’s role involves more than just cleaning teeth. Your cleaning appointment is really an oral…
Getting children to brush their teeth can be a daily struggle. However, there are some tricks and tips that make the process easier. Get a fun toothbrush Let your child pick out the toothbrush they will use. This helps them feel involved and also gets them excited. There are so many toothbrushes with characters and/or…
These days there are many different types of tools that are beneficial in maintaining good oral hygiene. However, it is hard to determine which tools are best. Let’s look at products that help keep your smile healthy! Brushing Tips Electric Toothbrush Electric toothbrushes are clinically proven to remove more bacteria from our teeth than manual…