Dentists and hygienists are often asked about the safety and necessity of X-rays. This is a great question - with answers that differ from patient to patient. So let's examine it a bit further. You may be surprised to learn just how safe today's X-rays are, and which audience asks this question even more so than patients. X-ray Safety Is Always Being Tested So, who asks this question more often than patients? Would you believe, dentists? … [Read more...] about Dental X-Rays: Are They Safe and Necessary?
How Often Should You See the Dentist
We love our patients, so we’d be more than happy to see you every day! Alas, we realize that’s not really possible, so here are some more realistic guidelines for making appointments. In general, it all depends on your oral health status and your health history. For most patients, the optimal frequency to visit the dentist is twice a year. In six months, enough tartar and plaque can build up to require a dental check-up and cleaning, … [Read more...] about How Often Should You See the Dentist
Is Your Smile Ready?
Make sure your smile looks great in this year's holiday card! Schedule an appointment today! … [Read more...] about Is Your Smile Ready?
Black Friday Deals
As much as we like to see you at our office, we know that we're just one part of the equation when it comes to your dental hygiene. That's why we're big believers in giving you the tools you'll need in between your visits. One of the tools we wholeheartedly support is the Philips Sonicare: a toothbrush that can eliminate up to seven times more plaque in a two-minute session than your regular one. The secret behind its success is the three … [Read more...] about Black Friday Deals
Five Easy Tricks That Will Help You Avoid Overeating
You know that stuffed feeling that follows a wonderful holiday meal? The one that sends you looking for a cozy place to lay your head and take a snooze? It’s a wonderful treat on special occasions. But when it happens all too often, and you find yourself feeling guilty, then it might be time to acknowledge that you're overeating. It’s easy to do, and you’re not the only one looking for a remedy. Luckily we’ve got five tried-and-true tricks … [Read more...] about Five Easy Tricks That Will Help You Avoid Overeating
FSA 101: Use it or Lose it
Maximize your FSA so you don't lose any of that money when the year comes to an end. Ding ding ding! Your time is coming up! If you have money set aside in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), but have no clue what your current balance is, now’s the time to look it up! In most cases, money in your FSA is forfeited at the end of the calendar year. If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it! And if you lose it, that’ll be sad. And we don’t want you to … [Read more...] about FSA 101: Use it or Lose it
