Fluoride is an important mineral that can help to strengthen teeth and prevent decay. It is found in many foods, and over 75% of the country’s municipal water supplies have added fluoride. However, many activist groups claim that fluoride is a health menace, leading to many serious systemic problems. Before you panic about your tap… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Preventive Dentistry
Could a Dental Checkup Prevent a Heart Attack?
When you go to the dentist for a routine exam and cleaning, you are thinking about your healthy smile. In all likelihood, you are not going to the dentist for your cardiovascular wellness. However, scientists suggest that there is a vital link between gum disease and periodontal disease. Research is still underway, and health experts… Read more »
Simple Brushing Essentials You May Be Overlooking
Do you feel confident about your daily brushing? Does your smile look and feel its absolute best? Between your six-month visits with us for a cleaning and checkup, we encourage you to pay close attention to the details that can make or break effective dental care. Brushing your teeth twice a day is essential, but… Read more »
Important Information to Share WIth Your Dentist
It’s no secret that carrying on a conversation with your dentist is a daunting task when you have a mouthful of dental instruments and gloved fingers. Totally understandable! That said, there are some things that are very important for us to know when you visit our office, whether for a simple teeth cleaning, something more… Read more »
Cavities for Christmas: Healthy Teeth Over the Holidays
The holiday season is a time of togetherness and gratitude, but it can be pretty rough on your oral health. Between stress and the ubiquitous holiday dessert platters, your teeth are subjected to an increased risk of developing cavities, as well as threats in the form of periodontal disease and other consequences of poor oral… Read more »
Benefits of Using Modern Dental Technology
Some aspects of dentistry will almost certainly remain the same throughout your life. You will continue to visit us for twice-yearly cleaning and exams, just as you will always brush your teeth two to three times a day. Flossing a minimum of once daily will always be in vogue, and a healthy, white smile is… Read more »
December 2014 Picks for Healthy Events in Conroe
December isn’t exactly a month known for inspiring healthy habits–isn’t that what New Year’s resolutions are for?–but that doesn’t mean you can simply ignore your oral health. Even when holiday stress threatens your sanity, it’s important to take good care of your body. Here are a few health-friendly events we’ve heard about in the Conroe… Read more »
True Or False: A Sleep Apnea Quiz
Have you been told that you suffer from sleep apnea? Has your significant other ever expressed frustration over your loud snoring or strange gasping sounds you make during the night? By becoming familiar with this sleep disorder, you may find that sleep apnea treatment can improve your sleep as well as the way you feel… Read more »
TMD Can Literally Be A Pain In The Neck
Dealing with consistent discomfort can wreak havoc with your daily ability to enjoy life and move comfortably through your schedule. When you suffer from jaw discomfort, for example, you might start to recognize additional symptoms that don’t necessarily add up. This is because pain or irritation does not always remain in one place. The longer… Read more »
When is the Best Time to Brush your Teeth?
You probably know that you should brush your teeth twice a day. Dentists are backed up on this advice by the American Dental Association (ADA). While the general oral hygiene challenges people face revolve around not brushing and flossing enough, there are some people who take brushing their teeth to the extreme. In fact, you… Read more »
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