Hydrogen peroxide is usually a staple in every home. It is probably in your cupboard right now and may have sat there for months without being used. That’s a good thing. It means your children haven’t had any cuts or scrapes which is commonly what hydrogen peroxide is used for. However, today your Sheridan dentists, Dr. Cody… Read more »
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Do you Need a Dental Filling or a Dental Crown?
Sheridan dentists Dr. Cody Coon, Dr. Donald Coon, and Dr. Justin Coon offer many terrific dental solutions which are fast and effective, including the CEREC dental crown one day system. Even though many dental terms are well known, there are still some people who aren’t quite clear on the difference between two of the most common and… Read more »
Ready for your Next Dental Visit?
Many people get nervous before a dental appointment for a multitude of reasons. This can be especially true if you are going to a new dentist for the first time. To compound your anxieties, if you’ve been putting off dental checkups for a long time, or you suspect a serious issue, you may be tempted… Read more »
Dental Health Concerns for Osteoporosis Patients
There is a large percentage of people living to much riper old ages than ever before. Approximatley 40 million people are aged 65 and older. With the large Baby Boomer generation heading into their sixties and seventies, this number continues to grow. Age brings certain common medical conditions like osteoporosis which weakens bones and increases… Read more »
More TMJ Issues: Ear Pain
TMJ pain is usually a result of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). The basic functions of eating, yawning, and talking in a comfortable and pain free manner are at risk when your TMJs are inflamed and unhealthy. TMD is often described as extremely uncomfortable. Inflammation and irritation of the joints and muscles in your jaw often… Read more »
Dealing with a Knocked Out Tooth
There’s no doubt about it that when one of your teeth becomes completely detached at the roots, the experience is shocking and upsetting. You might think there’s nothing your dentist can do to help you save your natural tooth. Fortunately, quick action and a little luck provide the possibility that your knocked out tooth can… Read more »
Mouthwash for Better Oral Health
Many people view mouthwash as a personal choice or a now and then thing. Dental professionals tend to have varying opinions about whether or not mouthwash will actually improve dental health. The truth is, just as with any products in American, there are good mouthwashes and bad ones. How do you know which one is… Read more »
Don’t Throw Away your Used Toothbrush
The ADA (American Dental Association) recommends that you replace your used toothbrush (or electric toothbrush head) every three to four months, or sooner. Over the years, that adds up to quite a few toothbrushes tossed away. Is there any way to stretch out the life of your used toothbrushes so they don’t go completely to… Read more »
The Importance of Saliva Production in your Mouth
Spitting is considered to be a fairly disgusting habit, but it’s also second nature. While you may not want to see someone spitting out in public, don’t forget that you spit every single day – when you brush your teeth. When you go in for your biannual dental checkup, you are usually asked to spit… Read more »
Fluoride Facts for Parents and Children
Fluoride is a well-known as a preventive tool in dental hygiene. Infused into daily-use products like toothpaste and mouthwash, fluoride strengthens teeth and protects against cavities. Sheridan family dentist, Dr. Donald Coon, can offer you valuable information about the compound that helps keep you and your family’s teeth healthy: fluoride. All About Fluoride Fluoride is a… Read more »