Our office is always excited to see new faces, and we look forward to encouraging families in and around Rochester to come see us for dental care. We are currently offering a special where new patients who come in for a preventive dental exam can take home terrific smile care in the form of a […]
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Keeping Kids’ Smiles Healthy During The Holidays
The Christmas season can be packed with family and fun, not to mention plenty of tasty treats. Unfortunately, oral bacteria never take a holiday from threatening your smile, so preventive dental care is especially important at a time when more sugar is more prevalent. In particular, kids’ smiles can be particularly vulnerable at this time, […]
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Patients Who Don’t Floss Increase Their Oral Health Risks
What kind of daily oral care regimen should you practice if you want to keep your smile healthy? Brushing carefully and thoroughly will help you keep your teeth free of the plaque and food debris that can lead to cavities. However, if brushing is your only line of defense, you can leave the spaces between […]
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Making Smart Oral Health Choices During The Holiday Season
As we enter the holiday season, with Christmas and New Year’s fast approaching, many people are gathering to enjoy celebrations with friends and family members. This can be a great time for togetherness, but if you are not careful, it can spell trouble for your smile. People tend to have more access to treats during […]
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How Often Do I Need A Cleaning?
When you brush and floss your teeth, you help protect your smile from the onset of serious oral health concerns, such as tooth decay and gum disease. Caring for your smile helps reduce the amount of plaque buildup that forms, buildup that can cause these issues to develop. However, the only way to completely rid […]
How Does A Cleaning Help Your Smile?
When was the last time you visited the dentist for a dental cleaning? Between hectic schedules and family time, people often put off these crucial preventive visits. In addition, some are under the mistaken assumption that by brushing and flossing we don’t actually need to have our teeth cleaned. The truth, is, a cleaning helps […]
Why Does My Jaw Pop And Click?
Do you often experience a popping or clicking sensation in your jaw? If so, you could be encountering one of the more common symptoms of TMJ disorder, also known as TMD. Over 12 million people are estimated to suffer from this disorder, which can lead to problems fully opening and closing the mouth. How will […]
3 Ways To Prevent Gum Disease
Gum disease impacts millions of people in the United States, leading to a number of uncomfortable symptoms, as well as a greater risk of adult tooth loss. While the disease is incurable, there are ways to help prevent gum disease from forming. What can you do you safeguard your smile against periodontal disease? […]
What’s the Best Way to Catch a Cavity?
These days, treating cavities is fairly simple. Thanks to modern dental materials and techniques, most of them can be effectively treated with discreet, tooth-colored fillings. However, the damage that cavities cause to your teeth is permanent; therefore, preventing them is the best way to protect your smile. If a cavity does form, then detecting and […]
5 Tips For Improving Gum Health In 2017
As part of your approach to maintaining healthier smiles in 2017, you need to make sure you pay attention to your gums. Poor gum health can lead to serious discomfort, as well as a risk of tooth loss. Fortunately, there are a number of tips for improving gum health in 2017. […]
