Are you due for an appointment? Generally, we recommend that you schedule a dental exam and cleaning every six months. This is to ensure that we can monitor your oral health and catch any issues before they progress into problems. Some patients require more frequent visits if they are undergoing treatment, and we are always happy to schedule an appointment for you if you feel you need to see us sooner. Continue reading for more information.
Have you ever heard anyone talk about a gummy smile? Do you know what it is? Watch Dr. Stryker talk about gummy smiles and how to treat them in our video What To Do About A Gummy Smile.
We talk about the difference quality dentistry can make all the time, but maybe you’d like to hear it from a patient who’s experienced a complete smile transformation — literally. Our patient Rox recently recorded her story for us. You can watch the full video here: From Suffering to Smiling: This Patient’s Story is Absolutely Incredible.
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and we want to spread the word about the importance of regular screenings to prevent this disease that changes the lives of over 50,000 people in the US every year. Your dentist is an important healthcare partner in the fight to prevent oral cancer, providing screenings along with your semiannual cleanings and oral hygiene examinations.
Some people visit us every six months for a cleaning and examination, like clockwork. Others only visit when there’s a problem. Which one describes you? We hope you see us regularly because that is the best thing you can do for your oral and overall health. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of being proactive with your oral health.
As your dental office, our main purpose is to help you keep your teeth healthy for your entire life. We are passionate about good oral hygiene, and we get excited when our patients leave their semi-annual appointments with a clean bill of dental health. That is one of the reasons we have put together this quick guide to keeping your natural teeth for your whole life.
What does it mean if you see hints of pink or red after rinsing your mouth? This is a sign you may be experiencing bleeding gums. Bleeding gums can be caused by something as simple as food that has become trapped between the teeth and caused slight damage to the gums, or perhaps you ate something and it accidentally cut open your gums. However, if you notice your gums are bleeding regularly, you may be experiencing a problem with your oral health that needs attention from us. Some causes of bleeding gums include:
Caring for your gums is just as important as caring for your teeth. Did you know that approximately half of American adults suffer from gum disease? When you visit our office for routine hygiene examinations, we do more than just thoroughly clean your teeth and look for signs of decay. We also check your gums for gum disease or an indication that you could potentially suffer from this condition in the future. Luckily, it is possible to prevent gum disease. Read on to learn about the importance of caring for your gums.
You may be surprised to learn that your overall health can impact your oral health. The state of your overall health can impact the way we are able to treat your teeth and mouth. This is one of the reasons we always ask about any changes to your medical history. You may not be aware, but medications you take can also affect your oral health.
Do you find yourself avoiding cold foods like ice cream because they make you cringe? Or do your teeth bother you if you are eating cold and hot foods at the same time? If you find yourself avoiding foods at extreme temperatures because they cause discomfort, you may be experiencing tooth sensitivity. It is not uncommon to experience tooth sensitivity from time to time; however, if your tooth sensitivity issues are recurring regularly, your mouth may be telling you there is a problem with your oral health. Read on to learn more about tooth sensitivity and the problems you may have with your oral health.