When you (or your child) reaches the latter part of adolescence, there is something that you need to pay attention to. We’re talking, of course, about the development of wisdom teeth, which can become a serious problem if ignored. These are the last teeth that humans grow, and when they come in, they can push… Read more »
You need to take steps to care of your smile, including keeping up with your brushing and flossing. But unfortunately, even with immaculate home oral health hygiene, you could still run into problems without your routine biannual checkups at the dentist. These visits give you an opportunity to check in with a qualified provider twice… Read more »
When you’re the head of the household, you need to make some decisions. Your family relies on you to keep them on the right track, and when it comes to their oral health, you need to stay on top of things. Bacteria are constantly trying to make their way into the deeper areas of your mouth… Read more »
Your smile is a huge part of who you are, and it is the first thing that others notice about you. So, if you are skipping your biannual dental checkups, why not take this opportunity to make a change? When you stick to your schedule of biannual checkups, you give yourself the opportunity to keep… Read more »
Has your child recently been diagnosed with a cavity? Cavities in children can cause big problems if they aren’t removed quickly. In today’s blog, your Sheridan, WY, dentist talks about the importance of diagnosing and treating childhood decay before it causes painful infections.
When you go in for your next routine dental exam, you may have certain lingering questions that you would like to address with your dentist. Sometimes, this refers to possible problems that you hope to discuss. At other times, it can be because you are interested in learning how you can make your smile more… Read more »
What you do in a typical day affects your smile. This is certainly true when it comes to what you do to clean your teeth, but your smile is also impacted by your diet decisions, your stress levels, and even your commitment to hydration! The good news is that when you follow the right habits,… Read more »
While they can eventually heal on their own, cold sores can prove frustrating for as long as they are present. Upon erupting, they can be painful as well as a potential infection risk, and they can certainly draw unwanted attention. Even when no sore is present, you can find yourself feeling uneasy about when the… Read more »
There are different reasons why people find themselves embarrassed by their appearance. If you have problems with cold sores, you can go through periods of time where you feel the need to hide your smile. Unfortunately, these sores can be more than just a cosmetic issue, as they can become painful, and some can even… Read more »
How often do you find yourself trying not to smile? If you are afraid to show off your teeth in pictures or worry that something about your appearance will be perceived negatively, you are not alone. To address their concerns, many people will bring up these issues to their dentist when discussing cosmetic dentistry. At… Read more »
