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FAQs About Flossing & Brushing General Dental Hygiene In addition to routine dental visits, regular brushing and flossing is a vital component of preventative dentistry. We recommend brushing and flossing at least twice a day to help protect against tooth decay and gum disease. These habits can help stop the buildup of plaque and tartar. Brushing and flossing along with...

No teen ever wants to hear the words, “You may need braces.” Adding dental braces to the emotional and physical rollercoaster of adolescence may seem like a death sentence to many teens. At a time when image seems so important, the thought of having metal brackets and wires constantly attached to teeth may outweigh the ultimate benefit of a straight and beautiful...

With selfies and instant photo sharing, a camera-ready smile is great to have. You don’t need to be a celebrity to know how to flash a glowing grin, though. Follow these steps to get pictures you’ll be happy to send to your friends. No. 1: Be natural. When it’s picture time, smile gently. That way, your face looks relaxed. Your mouth opens...

Q. How old should my child be before I make his first dental appointment? A. You should take your child in by the time they celebrate their first birthday. First visits are mostly about getting kids used to the dentist’s chair and educating parents about how to care for their teeth. If your child has transitioned from the bottle to cup...

We’re Your Emergency Dentist for Kids in San Antonio We know that parents have a lot of questions about when it’s appropriate to take their kids to the dentist for more than just a regular checkup. Nobody wants to waste time and money, and yet there are occasions when an emergency visit to a kids’ dentist in San Antonio is...

How Does Pregnancy Impact Oral Health? A mother’s oral health standing is a strong predictor of how her child’s oral health will be in the future. Although, many women are not educated about the importance of good oral health during pregnancy and tend to neglect dentist visits. “Statistics show that 56 percent of women do not have any dental care...

A toothache can come on suddenly and disrupt your day. When severe pain hits, it may be hard to focus on anything else. In fact, severe tooth pain qualifies as a dental emergency. The type of emergency toothache relief you receive depends on the severity of your condition. Your dentist might be able to treat the cause of the pain at...

You may think that as an adult you don’t have to worry about cavities anymore — but dental cavities aren’t just child’s play! As we entered the new millennium, it was discovered that seniors were actually getting more dental cavities than children. Today, children and seniors are still the two highest at-risk groups for tooth decay. Aging puts us at greater risk...

You can get the shine back on your smile with a variety of teeth-whitening methods. There are pros and cons to brightening up at the dentist’s office or with an at-home kit. At-Home Products Whitening rinses. They’re easy to use. All you do is swirl it around in your mouth for a minute. The whitening agent in the product is in contact with your teeth for...