A Better Smile Family Dentistry Blog
Teeth Cleanings With Braces
August 3, 2022
If you have braces, you're probably very excited about seeing your brand new smile. However, that smile might not be as bright as you thought if you don't take proper care of your teeth during your orthodontic treatment.
Your Guide to At-Home Teeth Whitening
July 27, 2022
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic treatments that patients ask us about. Luckily, it is also one of the easiest
Yes, Custom Mouthguards Really Are Better
July 20, 2022
As dentists, we're nuts about prevention, and one of the biggest ways you can prevent the need for emergency dental care is to wear a mouthguard.
Just Got a Crown? Here Are Some At-Home Care Tips
July 13, 2022
Getting a dental crown is a very common treatment. In an ideal world, all of our patients would have healthy strong teeth that never needed repair, but the reality is that we perform crown procedures quite frequently
Yes, Your Sparkling Water Is Bad for Your Teeth
July 6, 2022
We hate to burst your bubble, but if you though you were avoiding damaging your teeth by swapping soda for sparkling water, we're afraid it's not quite true.
Weird Facts You Didn’t Know About Saliva
July 6, 2022
Dentists and hygienists are always sucking saliva away or blowing your teeth dry. You'd think we had something against it. But the truth is that saliva is very beneficial to your oral health.
Here’s How We Know You Clench & Grind Your Teeth
June 29, 2022
A dentist or a dental hygienist can take a quick look inside your mouth and tell you whether you clench and grind your teeth in your sleep
Four Things Your Hygienist Wishes You Knew
June 29, 2022
Dental hygienists see thousands and thousands of patients’ mouths each year. They know that no two people’s mouths or oral health are quite the same. Nonetheless, there are some things that patients don’t know about caring for their smiles that seem to come up again and again.
Identifying the 3 Major Types of Cavities
June 22, 2022
In addition to good dental hygiene and regular checkups, knowing how to spot a dental problem early can be extremely helpful when in preventing toothaches or the need for a root canal.
5 Tips for an Easy First Dental Visit for Your Child
June 15, 2022
We're proud to offer family dentistry and we're happy to share a few tips for parents on how to make your baby's first visit to the dentist easy