When you’re struggling with smile sensitivity, you may wonder to yourself, “Why is this happening to me?” as you imagine some sort of outside force causing your pain. However, what you may be overlooking is that you may be the source of this problem! Of course, this doesn’t mean you’re doing it intentionally. With that… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Preventive Dentistry
Common Sports Mishaps: Keep That Smile Safe!
Are you someone who loves to be active? Perhaps you or your family members like to exercise, ride bikes, roller blade, take part in organized sports, or even neighborhood activities! Whatever the case, as much as being active is an extremely important part of your overall health, we remind you that if you’re not careful,… Read more »
Care For Your Tongue, Too, Please!
Yep, it’s true. You are supposed to be caring for your tongue, along with the other tissues in your mouth, such as your teeth and gums. This might be a foreign concept to you or … it might be something you know about but that you just ignore either because you need more information or… Read more »
Gum Disease And What You’re Missing
When you hear about gum disease, you have some idea that it’s one of the bad things you’re doing your best to avoid as you strive to protect your oral health. However, it’s very possible that if you don’t know much more about it, you’re missing out on some key information that can mean the… Read more »
Important Details About: Brushing, Flossing, And Discomfort
You know the plan. If you want a healthy smile, then you should brush twice a day! If you want amazing oral health, then you should also floss once a day. If you want a smile that stays healthy and doesn’t fall victim to the beginnings of any type of disease or functional problems, then… Read more »
3 Things To Quickly Check Before You Brush
When you brush your teeth, do you just launch right into your dental hygiene routine on autopilot? Or, do you take a moment to scroll through a mental checklist, ensuring you’re on track with the little details that make for exceptionally effective home care? If you’re not really sure, our Conroe, TX team encourages you… Read more »
Oral Cancer Awareness Month: Remember These Things!
There are a lot of things to celebrate in April but one of those details that may not yet exist on your radar? The fact that April is also Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Though it’s not your favorite topic (as it isn’t anyone’s, really), it’s very important. We remind you that when you practice dental… Read more »
Who Is Protecting Your Smile?
You may think to yourself that if you don’t try to keep your smile healthy, nobody else is going to do it for you! This is, of course, accurate. However, our Conroe, TX team reminds you that you may have your perspective slightly askew when it comes to the details, which can cause you to… Read more »
Your Toothbrush: Is It Working For You…Or Not?
There are different ways that your toothbrush may or may not be working for you. First, there’s the literal way, of course, which includes whether or not it’s actually getting your smile clean, which helps protect your oral health. Then, there’s the question of whether it’s working for you on a preference level. Do you… Read more »
Why Do TMJs Become Strained In The First Place?
You keep hearing that TMJ health is something you may need to consider. However, you wonder why your all-powerful jaw joints might become strained or fatigued in the first place. Their main purpose is to offer your jaw motion, so shouldn’t you be able to just go about your usual day without worrying about them?… Read more »