Some people wonder whether they can get tooth whitening results that are “just as good as a dentist” if they use over the counter whitening aids. Is there any advantage to going to the dentist for whitening versus using the best commercial products? Let’s set aside the fact that some products may not be able […]
In the United States, we are facing a serious public health crisis when it comes to the quality and quantity of sleep. In our overworked era, people often feel that sleep is a secondary priority and put it off as much as possible. This can have serious — and tragic — health effects.
Depending on where you were raised in the United States and what kind of dental practices run in your family, you may have heard of the term “chalk teeth.” This colloquial term describes teeth that are weaker and more prone to issues than average. Dental issues simply seem to run in some families. However, do […]
Are you one of the millions of Americans who doesn’t floss on a regular basis? If so, one of the most important things that you can do is this: Stop feeling guilty about it! Yes, flossing is important. In fact, nothing else can stand in for the benefits that we get from flossing, since it […]
What does it mean to say that someone is “long in the tooth”? As we grow older, it is natural for the gum line to recede away from the teeth, which makes them look larger. However, does this mean that our days of good gum health are numbered?
Recovering from oral surgery is very similar to recovering from other forms of surgery. The key to a faster and more effective recovery is to ensure that you get plenty of rest and don’t overwork the affected are –, in this case your teeth and jaws.
Most people should consider getting a dental cleaning of the teeth every six months. Some, who are prone to cavities or want to work harder to ensure their teeth are well, may even get a cleaning every four months. Do you need cleanings in order to maintain healthy teeth? Can you go without them as […]
Millions of people all around the United States have enjoyed the benefits of cosmetic dentistry. At Community Dental Group, we are glad to have helped thousands of people to discover our great cosmetic dentistry services over twenty years of treatment. As you may already know, cosmetic dentistry consists of procedures that are intended to help […]
At Community Dental Group, we believe that dental health is one of the most important factors when it comes to your overall well-being. On the subject of treatment for sleep apnea, this is definitely the case. Sleep apnea is a common sleeping disorder, though it is one that gets talked about less often than “ordinary” […]
According to the American Dental Association, just over 50{3b0f9398becb40f4bdd8fe95c600d2c252c33730296b97da1b334948809cb5c4} of Americans floss every day. On the other hand, 31{3b0f9398becb40f4bdd8fe95c600d2c252c33730296b97da1b334948809cb5c4} of Americans floss on an irregular basis — less often than once a day — and about 18{3b0f9398becb40f4bdd8fe95c600d2c252c33730296b97da1b334948809cb5c4} of all Americans surveyed do not floss at all. It might surprise you to learn that so many […]