Healthy Food For Healthy Smiles
We all want to take care of our bodies and give them the best fuel for our daily activities. Many of us understand that eating well can give us a boost of energy and general well-being. Did you know that a healthy diet affects your mouth health, as well? Let’s take a look at some […]
Focus Your Oral Health Care on Toothbrushing Techniques
Are you blushing effectively on a daily basis? Due to the extreme importance of brushing your teeth, it is important to make sure you’re using adequate methods and techniques to brush effectively and safely. Typically, you should brush your teeth twice per day. When brushing your teeth, always remember to use the proper angles at […]
What Happens to Your Smile When You Skip Teeth Brushing
Do you know the risks that affect your oral health when you don’t brush your teeth? If not, we invite you to become more informed on the dangers of skipping brushing your teeth by reviewing this post. While it may seem harmless occasionally to go to bed or leave for work in the morning without […]
Dental Sealants Can Help Protect Your Molars and Premolars from Cavities on the Biting Surface
Each of your teeth plays an important role in your overall oral function. The large premolars and molars in the back of your mouth work together to help bite off, chew, and grind foods. This is thanks in part to deep textures in the biting surfaces of the tooth enamel. If food material and plaque […]
Oral Cancer Screenings
Are you interested in oral cancer screenings? If so, you have come to the right place! Oral cancer is serious and can happen to anyone. That is why understanding the condition can help you recognize it and find it early. Oral cancer screenings take place during your semiannual checkup with your Shelby Township dentist, Dr. […]
How to Clean Your Tongue
Would you be surprised to hear that keeping your teeth clean is very important to protecting your oral health? Did you know that failing to clean your teeth as well, could leave you more susceptible to tooth decay and gum disease? We usually recommend setting up two appointments with us every year to keep your […]
The Symptoms of Toothpaste Allergies
As you may have heard, there are several things you should do to keep your teeth healthy and strong. For example, you’ve probably heard that brushing and flossing your teeth regularly is important. However, did you know that some toothpaste might actually impact your health? For example, some people are allergic to some ingredients in […]
Take Advantage of Fluoride for a Top-Notch Oral Health
Our dental team wants you to have a strong and healthy smile, but in order to help you achieve that goal, we need to encourage you to keep tooth decay, enamel erosion, and other dental issues away from your chompers. If you do so, you can have the top-notch oral health you deserve. One trick […]
When Should You Brush Your Teeth?
Brushing your teeth is extremely important for the health of your gums, teeth, and even plays a role in the health of your whole body. While the practice is now quite common, would you be surprised to learn that there are a few things many of us could do better when it comes to brushing? […]
Desensitizing Toothpaste Is Not an Effective Treatment Strategy
Many people describe tooth sensitivity as a pain or a stinging discomfort when they consume hot, cold, sweet or acidic foods and beverages. While you might be able to mitigate tooth sensitivity with special formulated toothpastes and lifestyle modifications, it is still wise to identify the underlying cause of the problem. In many cases, tooth […]