A Better Smile Family Dentistry Blog
The Link Between Gum Disease & Heart Disease
May 7, 2019
Recent studies have revealed that there is a strong correlation between gum disease and cardiovascular disease. Gum disease, which is referred to by dentists as periodontitis
The Difference Between Cleanings, Deep Cleanings & Periodontal Maintenance
February 21, 2019
There is more than one type of dental procedure that may be casually referred to as a cleaning. For example, there is a regular cleaning & then there is what is referred to a deep cleaning. It's important to understand that there is a big difference between these procedures & implications that each of these procedures have when it comes to your oral health.
What Is Toothpaste Made Of?
January 30, 2019
These days people are being more and more conscious of what's in the food they eat and the products they buy. But do you know what your toothpaste is made of?
5 Things You Do That Annoy Your Dental Hygienist
January 22, 2019
Despite what some people seem to think, a hygienist's greatest desire is not to scold patients. A dental hygienist's greatest desire is to see healthy mouths free of tooth decay and dental disease.
Know Your Dental Specialties: Periodontist
November 22, 2018
A periodontist is a fully trained dentist who specializes in treating periodontal disease (advanced gum disease) and the placement of dental implants.
See the Dentist More Often & You’ll Save Money!
October 1, 2018
What if we told you the more often you see your dentist, the less you'll spend on dentistry? We know it sounds like a contradiction, but that is the power of preventive dentistry.
What Is a Deep Cleaning?
September 9, 2018
Most dental patients come into the office twice a year for a teeth cleaning. However, some patients are told that they need to get a deep cleaning instead, and that they need to see us more often than twice a year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Care
June 27, 2018
Our team has been caring for our community for a while now & we've noticed many patients come to us with the same questions over & over again. Always feel free to ask us questions when you have them! In the meantime, check out the FAQ & answers below to learn more about your oral health.
5 Reasons to Visit the Dentist
January 12, 2018
There have been unanswered calls, deleted voicemails, ignored texts, & friendly reminders that never make it out of the envelope...we both know it's been a while since you visited the dentist. If all our efforts to reconnect with you haven't convinced you, maybe the following 5 reasons to see the dentist will get you to take care of your teeth properly again!
The Facts of Gum Disease
August 31, 2017
Everyone knows about cavities & how they affect your teeth and your oral health, but you never hear very much about gum disease. What is gum disease? How can you protect your gums and teeth from gum disease? And what causes it anyway?