Do you have MetLife dental insurance? If so, they have started a new initiative to help their customers find quality dental care in their area. We not only have the honor of being listed in this new initiative, but we are also a MetLife Spotlight on Oral HealthSM 2023 award recipient. Read on to learn more about MetLife Spotlight on Oral HealthSM and how it can improve your dental care and oral health.
You know the importance of brushing, flossing, and caring for your teeth. One area of your mouth you may not be brushing is your tongue. Just as food and bacteria get trapped between your teeth, your tongue is also a magnet for bacteria. It has quite a bit of texture. Bacteria can build up on the tongue and not be fully removed from rinsing the mouth. We encourage our patients to brush their tongues when cleaning their teeth.
Would you love to improve your smile? We are passionate about helping our patients make changes they want to see in their smiles. We offer a variety of cosmetic and restorative treatments to improve the appearance and function of your teeth. With the arrival of spring a few weeks ago and summer right around the corner, there is no better time to improve your smile. One treatment in particular, porcelain veneers, is popular with patients who want to improve their front teeth. Read on to learn more about this treatment.
At Today’s Dental Comfort, we try to do all we can to ensure that you and your family have lasting and long-term health. One way that this can occur is with routine oral hygiene examinations and cleanings. Most patients should visit our office every six months for a routine appointment. If you have a certain dental condition, such as gum disease, we may recommend visiting more often.
We don’t know how you feel, but we are thrilled that spring has finally arrived. Spring cleaning is a popular term that describes a deep cleaning, especially in your home, during this season. It is thought of as a way to create a clean slate in your home after the long winter months. We encourage patients to schedule a “spring cleaning” for their teeth and mouth. When was the last time you and your loved ones visited our office for a hygiene examination and cleaning? If it has been longer than six months, then you are due for a visit! Read on to learn more about the importance of routine dental care.
When you think about your oral health, the two main areas of concern that we speak of regularly are your teeth and gums; however, there is another area in the mouth that can also be cause for concern, and that is the jawbone. Although we typically give the jawbone very little thought, it holds your entire mouth together. The jawbone creates the guide for your face shape and holds all of your teeth in place.
Between appointments in our office, it is important to be mindful of the state of your teeth. You should be regularly inspecting your teeth and gums for changes or signs that there might be a problem with your oral health. This can be done visually by looking in your mouth for any indication of a problem. You may also be able to feel changes to your teeth by running your tongue along each one. If you notice or feel any changes, it is important to contact our office immediately. One complication that needs immediate attention is a cracked tooth. Read on to learn more.
Along with Valentine’s Day, there is something else we want to recognize and celebrate at Today’s Dental Comfort — Children’s Dental Health Month. The American Dental Association, uses February as a time to promote good oral health among children. Whether you have a child in your life or not, it’s an excellent time to evaluate the state of your oral health. This month, we want to share tips that can help you teach your young loved ones proper oral health.
We love to help our patients of all ages improve their smiles and restore their teeth. It’s important to remember that patients can experience damage to their teeth at any age, especially if they are involved in sports or physical activity. We recently had the pleasure of improving the smile of a patient who had some damage to his front teeth from playing in his junior hockey league. We used a combination of veneers and crowns for the restoration. Read on to learn more and see the miraculous before and after photos.
The start of a new year is the perfect time to evaluate the state of your oral health. If you have been delaying dental care due to cost or lack of insurance, we can help you. At Today’s Dental Comfort, we have a membership plan that can help you not only get preventative dental care but also includes a discount on a number of treatments that can restore your oral health. We know that the cost of dental care can be intimidating, but we are here to help!
Do you have an imperfection in one or more teeth that leaves you feeling self-conscious every time you smile? With advancements in dental treatments and technology, we have the ability to change anything you don’t like about your smile. With the start of the new year, why not do something special for yourself? While we offer a number of treatments that can bring about the change you desire, we have one simple treatment in particular that may be perfect for your needs. Read on to learn more.
Our goal is to help our patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health throughout their lifetime. Unfortunately, there are always some myths circulating that are not true and can be harmful to your oral health if you believe them. We want to share three common myths:
We cannot believe that it is already December, and we are in the middle of the holiday season. Before we know it, we will be watching the ball drop to ring in 2024! Have you completed all your shopping for your loved ones? If you are struggling to find the perfect gift for your friends and family, we have a dental treatment that everyone will love — teeth whitening! Read on to learn more about this popular treatment and what makes it such a great gift.
Do you wake up in the morning and your mouth feels like it is sticky and dry? If so, you are experiencing dry mouth. This is a common condition that results in a lack of saliva in the mouth. It can become a problem because saliva is needed to help rinse away lingering food and bacteria. When bacteria linger on and between the teeth as well as along the gumline, it will lead to problems, such as gum disease and tooth decay.
Do you need a dental crown but haven’t yet scheduled your appointment? Receiving any dental treatment shortly after it is recommended is ideal. Delaying dental treatment can lead to serious complications with your oral health now and in the future. If you have been postponing your crown treatment because you are nervous or unsure of what the procedure entails, we want to share more about what to expect to help you feel more comfortable. Dental crowns are one of the most common treatments we provide to patients, so even if you don’t need a treatment at this time, there is a good chance you or a loved one may need one at some point in the future. Read on to learn more about dental crowns.
We cannot believe that Halloween is right around the corner! It feels like we were just watching fireworks during the summer! We know that all around us are spooky decorations and scary movies! We wouldn’t want your oral health to give you a fright too. This time of year is well known for an abundance of sweets and sugary drinks. Unfortunately, they can quickly wreak havoc on your teeth and lead to a number of problems.
