Thanksgiving is a great time of year for families to gather together and appreciate the history of their lineage. With the use of family trees and new DNA analysis, any one of us can find out how far back our family goes. You might actually be related to one of the pilgrims that feasted on… Read more »
Category: Patient Education
Sheridan Dentist Deals with Bad Breath
Bad breath can put a crimp in your love-life, your social life, and even make your co-workers avoid sitting close to you. This is no way to live. Halitosis can give the wrong impression that you don’t take care of yourself. It can be extremely frustrating when you’re popping gum and mints at every turn,… Read more »
Sheridan Dentist Shares Dental Basics
You are probably aware that you should brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day, and visit your dentist twice a year for regular check-ups, but how much do you really know about dentistry? Sheridan dentist, Dr. Donald Coon, is excited to help you brush up on some basic dental facts.
Sheridan Dentist Explains the Condition of Dry Mouth
Sticky and dry might be an appropriate state of being for a post-it note, but this is not a feeling you’d want in your mouth. If you have dry mouth, you may find yourself parched with thirst and battling sticky saliva that is a purely unpleasant viscosity. Dry mouth also often goes hand-in-hand with bad… Read more »
Sheridan Dentists Explain the Science Behind Invisalign Clear Braces
The obvious effects of crooked teeth can significantly diminish your confidence, but if your goal is to improve your smile, then metal braces may not seem very appealing. Nevertheless, straightening your teeth is important for more reasons than just your cosmetic sensibilities; crooked teeth can also inhibit your mouth’s proper function and facilitate poor dental… Read more »
Sheridan Dentists’ Guide to Cavity Prevention & Treatment
Do you know the best way to treat a cavity? Technically, there are a few choices that can effectively treat tooth decay and repair your tooth from the damage of cavities, depending on the severity your condition. However, preventing tooth decay in the first place, or treating it early enough to prevent cavities, is the… Read more »
Besides Brushing & Flossing, What Else Constitutes Good Oral Hygiene?
Hopefully, you already carefully brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day (once before bedtime, preferably). If so, then you’re well on your way to achieving an excellent oral hygiene routine. However, there’s more to a clean and healthy smile than just a toothbrush and floss. Your Sheridan dentists explain why taking care… Read more »
Sheridan Dentists Explain Other Reasons for Tooth Loss
Recently, we discussed why severe gum disease is the leading cause of adult tooth loss, as well as the destruction of your smile’s foundation. However, gum disease isn’t the only manner by which one or more of your teeth can leave the nest. To help you preserve a whole and healthy smile, your Sheridan dentist,… Read more »
Sheridan Dentist Explains How Gum Disease Leads to Tooth Loss
If asked, many people might answer that tooth decay is the leading cause of adult tooth loss. It would be a logical assumption, considering over 90% of adults in America have been affected by cavities in at least one of their permanent teeth. However, they’d be wrong—more adults lose their teeth to aggressive gum disease… Read more »
Sheridan General Dentist—Weird Human Tongue Facts
Do you brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day? Do you include your tongue during these rituals? Most people think first of their teeth and gums when contemplating their oral health, but your tongue is also a vital part of your mouth’s health and function. It helps you enunciate your words clearly,… Read more »